The cheapest and fastest ferries from Santa Cruz de La Palma to Tenerife (Island)
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£55
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Santa Cruz de La Palma to Tenerife (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Cruz de La Palma to Tenerife (Island) will cost around £55 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £55.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Santa Cruz de La Palma for Tenerife (Island) every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 22 Jul the direct ferries cover the 119 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 2 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Fred Olsen Express6:302h30Port of Santa Cruz de La Palma9:00Port of Los Cristianos£551One-way0 changes
Fred Olsen Express17:002h30Port of Santa Cruz de La Palma19:30Port of Los Cristianos£551One-way0 changes
Fred Olsen Express6:302h30Port of Santa Cruz de La Palma9:00Port of Los Cristianos£551One-way0 changes
Fred Olsen Express17:002h30Port of Santa Cruz de La Palma19:30Port of Los Cristianos£551One-way0 changes
Santa Cruz de La Palma to Tenerife (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 05:00 | Arrival Time 07:30 | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Fri |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 06:30 | Arrival Time 09:00 | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 05:30 | Arrival Time 08:00 | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 11:30 | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 15:30 | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 12:30 | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 14:30 | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 19:30 | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 17:30 | Arrival Time 20:00 | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Fri |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 17:30 | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Fri, Sun |
Operator Fred Olsen | Departure Time 06:30 | Arrival Time 09:00 | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 21:30 | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 18:30 | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Santa Cruz de La Palma to Tenerife (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Cruz de La Palma to Tenerife (Island) ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday 22 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fred Olsen Express | 6:30 Port of Santa Cruz de La Palma | 2h30 | 9:00 Port of Los Cristianos | 0 changesdirect | |
Fred Olsen Express | 17:00 Port of Santa Cruz de La Palma | 2h30 | 19:30 Port of Los Cristianos | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Santa Cruz de La Palma to Tenerife (Island)
Ferries from Santa Cruz de La Palma to Tenerife (Island) run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 64 nautical miles (119 km) distance in 2h 30m. There are 12 sailings per week. Ferries from Santa Cruz de La Palma to Tenerife (Island) are available to foot passengers.



Distance 64 nautical miles (119 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 12 |
Fastest ferry 2h 30m |
First ferry 5:00 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Ferry operators: Fred Olsen, Naviera Armas S.A., Fred Olsen Express from Santa Cruz de La Palma to Tenerife (Island)You can travel by ferry between Santa Cruz de La Palma to Tenerife (Island) with Fred Olsen, Naviera Armas S.A., Fred Olsen Express for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Fred Olsen Express
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FAQs: Santa Cruz de La Palma to Tenerife (Island) ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Cruz de La Palma to Tenerife (Island) by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tenerife (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Santa Cruz de La Palma and Tenerife (Island)
Most Santa Cruz de La Palma to Tenerife (Island) ferries use the Port of Santa Cruz de La Palma to Port of Los Cristianos port pair, with some services arriving at Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Use this guide to compare Santa Cruz de La Palma and Tenerife (Island) ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Tenerife (Island) port do ferries from Santa Cruz de La Palma arrive at?
Getting to Port of Los Cristianos from Tenerife city centre
Port of Los Cristianos is 28 km from Tenerife city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Los Cristianos port facilities and services
Port of Los Cristianos has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante El Cine (0.2km), Restaurante La Marina (0.3km), Restaurante Abordo (0.4km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are multiple ATMs available.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Los Cristianos.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Los Cristianos: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Los Cristianos.
Getting to Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife from Tenerife city centre
Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is 42 km from Tenerife city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife port facilities and services
Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante La Hierbita (0.6km), Restaurante Kazan (0.8km), La Concepción (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
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