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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island)
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£38
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£38
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
2 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
2 h 20 m
Ferries on 06 Sept
2
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 £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £38.
On Sun 06 Sept, we found 2 ferries from Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island), including 2 direct services.
On Sun 06 Sept the direct ferries cover the 151 km distance in an average of 2 h 20 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 20 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 Express19:302h20Port of Los Cristianos21:50Puerto de la Estaca Port£381One-way0 changes- Fred Olsen Express13:002h20Port of Los Cristianos15:20Puerto de la Estaca Port£381One-way0 changes
- Fred Olsen Express19:302h20Port of Los Cristianos21:50Puerto de la Estaca Port£381One-way0 changes
- Fred Olsen Express13:002h20Port of Los Cristianos15:20Puerto de la Estaca Port£381One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight 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 an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 41m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £46, while a flight costs an average of £62.
Distance: 81 nautical miles (151 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price Cheapest | £62 Average Price | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 23m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 41m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island):
A ferry is £17 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island) costing on average £62.
Other travel options to El Hierro (Island) take longer:
Ferry takes on average 2h 23m.
Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 14:20 | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 15:20 | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Fri, Sun |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 21:50 | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 19:20 | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 18:15 | Arrival Time 20:40 | Duration 2h25 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 17:30 | Arrival Time 19:50 | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 20:20 | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 18:20 | Duration 2h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri |
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 today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fred Olsen Express | 12:00 Port of Los Cristianos | 2h20 | 14:20 Puerto de la Estaca Port | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island) ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Fred Olsen Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Fred Olsen Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Naviera Armas S.A. or Fred Olsen to find the best option for your trip from Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island).
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island)
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Ferries from Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island) run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £42 but you can travel from only £39 by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:30, the last at 21:00. The fastest ferry covers the 81 nautical miles (151 km) distance in 2h 20m. There are 11 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 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £42 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 11 |
Fastest ferry 2h 20m |
First ferry 7:30 |
Last ferry 21:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Ferry operators: Fred Olsen Express, Naviera Armas S.A., Fred Olsen from Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island)You can travel by ferry between Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island) with Fred Olsen Express, Naviera Armas S.A., Fred Olsen for as low as £39. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Fred Olsen Express
Naviera Armas S.A.
Fred Olsen
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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Important Stations and Airports in Tenerife (Island) and El Hierro (Island)
Most Tenerife (Island) to El Hierro (Island) ferries use the Port of Los Cristianos to Port of La Estaca port pair. Use this guide to compare Tenerife (Island) and El Hierro (Island) ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Tenerife (Island) port do ferries to El Hierro (Island) leave from?
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.
Which El Hierro (Island) port do ferries from Tenerife (Island) arrive at?
Getting to Port of La Estaca from El Hierro city centre
Port of La Estaca port facilities and services
Port of La Estaca 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 Refugio (0.3km), Restaurante La Maceta (0.7km), Restaurante El Secreto (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of La Estaca.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of La Estaca: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of La Estaca.
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