Ferry to Spain

Ferries to Spain are operated by numerous companies, including Brittany Ferries, Trasmediterranea, Balearia, Grandi Navi Veloci, and Trasmed GLE. There are up to 2584 ferries to Spain each week, served by 23 ports in Spain, including Barcelona, Bilbao, Santander, Valencia, and the Balearic Islands (Palma, Ibiza, Mahón). Major international departure points include France, Italy, Morocco, and the UK. The first ferry to Spain departs at 04:00 from Tanger Med to Algeciras, and the last ferry leaves at 23:59 from Nador to Almeria. The fastest ferry to Spain is the Tangier Ville to Tarifa crossing with a duration of 1 hour. The longest ferry to Spain is Portsmouth to Bilbao, which can take up to 32 hours 15 minutes.

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Ferry Prices (2026 Estimates)

Prices vary significantly based on booking lead time, vehicle size, route, and seasonal demand.

• Foot Passengers: Usually range from £25 to £120 one way depending on route and season.
• Cars (including driver): Typically start from £80 to £200 one way off-peak, with peak summer prices exceeding £300+.
• Motorcycles & Bikes: Generally start from £50 to £100 one way.
• Cabins (longer routes): Optional cabins are available on overnight and long-distance routes, with prices depending on class and season.

Travel tip: Booking early is recommended for the best rate. Mid-week and off-peak sailings usually offer the best value.

Essential Travel Information: Ferries to Spain

Travelling with Pets

• Pets are accepted on most routes to Spain, but must be added to your booking.
• Required documentation typically includes a microchip, rabies vaccination, and a Pet Passport or Animal Health Certificate.
• Pets usually travel in designated kennels or remain in your vehicle.

Travelling by Bike

• Bicycles are accepted on almost all ferry routes.
• Bikes may be secured on the vehicle deck or placed in a designated area.
• A small fee may apply depending on the operator.

Port Facilities

European Departure Ports

• Cafés, restaurants, and shops
• Toilets, seating lounges, and free Wi-Fi
• Car parking, short-stay drop-off areas, and taxi ranks
• Accessible facilities and customer service desks

Spanish Ferry Ports

• Passenger lounges, cafés, and shops
• Toilets and free Wi-Fi
• Car parking and short-term drop-off zones
• Public transport links to nearby towns and cities

Notable Routes to Spain

• From France: Marseille, Toulon, and Barcelona to Palma, Ibiza, and mainland Spain.
• From Italy: Genoa and Civitavecchia to Barcelona.
• From Morocco: Tangier and Nador to Algeciras, Tarifa, and Málaga.
• From the UK: Portsmouth – Bilbao, Poole – Santander, Plymouth – Santander.
• Balearic Islands: Frequent connections from Valencia, Barcelona, and Palma to Ibiza, Menorca, and Mallorca.