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Palma de Mallorca: ferries, timetables and prices
Palma de Mallorca is the main ferry port on the island of Mallorca and one of the busiest in the Balearic Islands. From here you can travel with your vehicle to Barcelona, Valencia, Denia and to other islands such as Ibiza and Formentera. These routes are ideal for holidays with family, friends or your car, connecting Mallorca with mainland Spain and the rest of the archipelago. On TheBato you can compare ferry companies, timetables and prices in a single search, add your car, van or motorbike and choose between seats and cabins, with support in English and Spanish.
Tip: for summer, Easter, Christmas and long weekends, ferries from Palma de Mallorca can be very busy. Book as early as possible and compare departures to Barcelona, Valencia, Denia, Ibiza and Formentera on TheBato to find more options and better prices.
Ferry timetables from Palma de Mallorca vary by route, company and season, with more departures in summer and on busy holiday dates. As a guideline, Palma ↔ Barcelona and Palma ↔ Valencia usually take around 7–8 hours on standard ferries. Some services via Ibiza or Formentera may take longer. Routes between Palma and Ibiza / Formentera are shorter and typically last around 3–4 hours, depending on the operator and sea conditions. On TheBato you can see departure and arrival times, approximate duration and onboard accommodation (seat or cabin) for each sailing.
Palma de Mallorca port handles passenger ferries, cruises and freight traffic. Facilities include ticket offices and check-in desks, customs and security controls, waiting rooms, toilets, cafés, nearby shops and services for passengers with reduced mobility. In high season, queues can form at check-in and boarding, so arriving early with all your documents ready is strongly recommended.
We compare multiple ferry companies operating between Palma de Mallorca, mainland Spain and the other Balearic Islands so you can plan your trip in one place. Add your vehicle or travel on foot, choose your timetable and onboard accommodation and pay securely online. Our team is used to helping families, workers and holidaymakers travelling around Spain and the Balearics, with support in English and Spanish via WhatsApp and email.
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From Palma de Mallorca there are regular ferries to Barcelona, Valencia and Denia on mainland Spain, as well as services to Ibiza, Formentera and other Balearic ports, depending on the season and operator.
Crossings between Palma de Mallorca and Barcelona or Valencia usually take around 7–8 hours on conventional ferries, although exact times depend on the company, type of vessel and route (direct or via Ibiza/Formentera).
Ferries between Palma and Ibiza or Formentera are shorter routes and typically last around 3–4 hours, depending on the operator and sea conditions.
Yes. Ferries between Palma de Mallorca and mainland Spain operate throughout the year, with more departures in summer and on holiday periods. Services to Ibiza and Formentera are also frequent, especially in high season.
Yes. Most ferries from Palma de Mallorca accept cars, vans and motorbikes. Select “with vehicle” when searching on TheBato and provide the correct type and dimensions when you book.
If you are travelling with a vehicle, plan to arrive 60–90 minutes before departure. Foot passengers should be at the port 45–60 minutes before departure, and a bit earlier during peak season.