Ferry routes in the Canary Islands

From Gran Canaria, you can travel by ferry with Baleària Canarias to Tenerife, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, La Gomera, La Palma and Cádiz.

Services to Tenerife, Fuerteventura and Lanzarote do not require a change of ferry. To reach La Gomera or La Palma, you need to combine two crossings via Tenerife.

You can also travel to Cádiz, on the Spanish mainland, on services that involve a stopover or a ferry transfer, depending on the departure day.

All services depart from the port of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.

Baleària Canarias ferries depart from the Port of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, also known as the Port of La Luz and Las Palmas, in the island's capital.

From here, you can sail to other Canary Islands and to Cádiz on the Spanish mainland.

The boarding quay may vary by departure. Some services use the Nelson Mandela quay, in the La Esfinge area, so check the location shown on your ticket before travelling to the port.

Yes. Baleària Canarias operates daily ferry departures from Gran Canaria, although timetables and frequencies vary by destination.

Services to Tenerife, Fuerteventura and Lanzarote operate every day of the week.

To travel to La Gomera or La Palma, you will need to combine two crossings via Tenerife, so availability depends on the schedules of both services.

The route to Cádiz currently operates twice a week, on Thursdays and Sundays.

Always check the latest timetable before booking.

It depends on your destination.

You can sail directly from Gran Canaria to Tenerife, Fuerteventura and Lanzarote without changing ferries.

To reach La Gomera or La Palma, you need to make two separate bookings and travel between the ports of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Los Cristianos before continuing your journey.

Services to Cádiz vary by day: on Thursdays, the ferry calls at Lanzarote without requiring a change of vessel, while on Sundays a ferry transfer is required in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

Journey times depend on the destination, the type of ferry and any connections required.

The fastest services reach Tenerife in approximately 1 hour 40 minutes and southern Fuerteventura in 1 hour 45 minutes.

Crossings to Lanzarote and Puerto del Rosario in Fuerteventura take approximately 6 hours, while the journey to Cádiz takes between 36 and 38 hours.

For La Gomera or La Palma, total travel time depends on the two ferries booked and the transfer between ports in Tenerife.

Yes. You can make same-day return trips by ferry from Gran Canaria, particularly to Tenerife and Fuerteventura, depending on the available timetables.

Fast ferry services make it possible to travel for work, appointments, family visits or short breaks without staying overnight at your destination.

Before booking, check both the outbound and return sailings to make sure you have enough time for your plans and to get back to Gran Canaria.

Ferry fares from Gran Canaria depend on your destination, travel date, seat availability, chosen accommodation and whether you are bringing a vehicle.

If you are a Canary Islands resident, you may qualify for a 75% discount on the eligible passenger fare, provided you meet the applicable requirements.

This discount applies to inter-island journeys and services to mainland Spain, but not to vehicle transport.

To see the exact fare, select your destination, dates and travel details in the Baleària Canarias booking search.

Yes. You can travel from Gran Canaria with a car, motorbike, van, caravan or motorhome, subject to availability and the conditions of each sailing.

Add your vehicle when booking and enter its specifications and dimensions accurately.

If you are travelling with a hire car, check the rental company's terms in advance to make sure you are allowed to take it on a ferry.

On itineraries involving a ferry transfer, make sure your vehicle can travel on every leg and allow enough time to make the connection.

Yes. Baleària Canarias operates a service from the port of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria to Cádiz, in Andalusia.

The journey takes approximately 36 to 38 hours, depending on the departure day, and may include a stopover in Lanzarote or a ferry transfer in Tenerife.

You can take your vehicle and choose from different types of accommodation, such as cabins or reclining seats, depending on the ferry and availability.

It is a practical option if you are relocating, planning a longer stay or need to take your own vehicle to mainland Spain.

Yes. Baleària Canarias provides a free FerryBus shuttle connecting the Oficina Fundación Puerto de Las Palmas with the Nelson Mandela quay in the La Esfinge area.

The service helps passengers reach certain departures and also picks them up when ferries arrive.

Shuttles to the quay are scheduled from 1 hour 30 minutes to 45 minutes before the ferry's departure.

The service is not available for every sailing, so check its availability and timetable in advance.

Important: pets are not allowed on this FerryBus.

The boarding cut-off time depends on your destination.

• Inter-island journeys: boarding generally closes 40 minutes before departure, whether you are travelling with or without a vehicle.

• Journeys to Cádiz: boarding closes 1 hour 45 minutes before departure, with or without a vehicle.

We recommend arriving in good time, having your documents ready and always checking the boarding cut-off time on your ticket.

If your journey involves transfers, remember to allow for the boarding deadlines on each leg.

Yes. Baleària Canarias allows pets on ferries departing from Gran Canaria, provided they are included in your booking.

Depending on the ferry and sailing, pet-friendly accommodation may include adapted seating, designated pet areas or cabins where your pet can stay with you.

Before boarding, check the available options and make sure your pet's health documentation is up to date.

If you need to use the Gran Canaria FerryBus or transfer between ports in Tenerife, bear in mind that these FerryBus services do not accept pets, so you will need to arrange alternative transport.