The cheapest and fastest ferries from Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island)
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 27 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
151 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island) will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £47.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Tenerife (Island) for El Hierro (Island) every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 16 Jan the direct ferries cover the 151 km distance in an average of 2 h 27 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 20 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.






Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £59.
Distance: 81 nautical miles (151 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£45 Average Price Cheapest | £132 Average Price |
3h 25m Average total duration 2h 25m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 41m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 19:20 | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Thu, Sun |
Live departures
Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island) ferries for tomorrow, Friday 16 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:00 Tenerife (Island) | 2h20 | 13:20 El Hierro (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:30 Tenerife (Island) | 2h30 | 14:00 El Hierro (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:00 Tenerife (Island) | 2h30 | 15:30 El Hierro (Island) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island)
Ferries from Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 25m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £37 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest ferry covers the 81 nautical miles (151 km) distance in 2h 20m. There are 13 sailings per week. Ferries from Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island) are available to foot passengers.


Distance 81 nautical miles (151 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 13 |
Fastest ferry 2h 20m |
First ferry 07:00 |
Last ferry 21:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Naviera Armas, Fred. Olsen Express from Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island)You can travel by ferry between Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island) with Naviera Armas, Fred. Olsen Express for as low as £37. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Naviera Armas
Fred. Olsen Express
FAQs: Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island) ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (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 El Hierro (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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