Ferry routes in the Canary Islands

You can travel to Tenerife by ferry from several Canary Islands and also from mainland Spain. Baleària Canarias offers the following connections:

• Fast Ferry Gran Canaria – Tenerife.
• Fast Ferry Fuerteventura – Tenerife.
• Ferry Lanzarote – Tenerife.
• Fast Ferry La Gomera – Tenerife.
• Fast Ferry La Palma – Tenerife.
• Ferry Cádiz – Tenerife, if you are travelling from mainland Spain.

Check the route that best suits you for timetables, journey times, ports and the options available for your trip to Tenerife.

The price of a ferry to Tenerife varies depending on the departure point, travel date, season, demand, availability and the options selected during booking.

The main factors that can affect the fare include:

• The island or port of departure.
• The travel date and season.
• Demand and seat availability.
• The accommodation selected.
• Whether you are travelling with a car, motorbike, van, caravan or another vehicle.

If you are a resident of the Canary Islands, you may benefit from the resident discount on maritime transport, provided you meet the established requirements.

Check the current price by selecting your departure point, dates and travel requirements during the booking process.

The duration of the ferry to Tenerife depends on the departure port, the itinerary and whether the connection is direct, includes stops or requires a transfer.

• La Gomera – Tenerife: approximately 50 minutes.
• Gran Canaria – Tenerife: approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
• La Palma – Tenerife: approximately 2 hours 30 minutes.
• Fuerteventura – Tenerife: approximately 4 hours 15 minutes.
• Lanzarote – Tenerife: approximately 9 hours 10 minutes.
• Cádiz – Tenerife: approximately 33 hours on the direct service.

Always check the selected route before booking, as the journey time may vary depending on the departure and timetable.

Ferries to Tenerife mainly arrive at two ports, depending on the route of origin:

• Santa Cruz de Tenerife: connections from Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote and Cádiz.
• Los Cristianos: connections from La Gomera and La Palma.

Always check the arrival port shown on your booking so you can plan your onward travel around Tenerife in advance.

Yes. Ferry connections to Tenerife are available every day, although frequency depends on the route and timetable.

• Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura, La Gomera and La Palma: daily connections are available according to the timetable.
• Lanzarote: services currently operate from Monday to Saturday.
• Cádiz: weekly departures to Tenerife are available.

Days, times and frequencies may vary depending on the season, so we recommend checking the available departures for your travel date.

Yes. You can travel to Tenerife by ferry from mainland Spain via the sea connection between Cádiz and Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

This route allows you to travel from mainland Spain to the Canary Islands in several ways:

• Travel as a foot passenger.
• Take a car or motorbike on board.
• Travel with a van, caravan or motorhome.
• Travel with a pet, depending on the available options.

For details of the itinerary, journey time and available departures, see the Cádiz to Tenerife ferry information.

Yes. You can travel to Tenerife by ferry with your own vehicle, subject to availability on the selected departure.

Depending on the route, you can take different types of vehicle on board:

• Car.
• Motorbike.
• Van.
• Caravan or motorhome.

You must add the vehicle during booking and enter its characteristics and dimensions correctly. Before travelling, check the steps for boarding with a vehicle.

There are direct ferries to Tenerife, as well as connections that make stops or require a transfer, depending on the departure port and the sailing selected.

• Gran Canaria – Tenerife: direct connection.
• La Gomera – Tenerife: direct connection.
• La Palma – Tenerife: direct connection.
• Fuerteventura – Tenerife: some connections stop in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and continue on the same fast ferry.
• Lanzarote – Tenerife: requires a transfer in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
• Cádiz – Tenerife: both direct departures and services with stops are available.

Check the specific itinerary for your departure before booking to see whether it includes stops or transfers.

Yes. Some connections arriving at the port of Los Cristianos include a FerryBus service to make it easier to travel onwards to Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

This service is linked to certain connections arriving from:

• La Gomera.
• La Palma.

The timetables are coordinated with certain ferry departures and arrivals. Always check the latest FerryBus timetables in the Canary Islands before travelling.

Yes. You can travel with your pet by ferry to Tenerife. You must add your pet during the booking process and select the pet travel options available on the chosen vessel and departure.

Before travelling:

• Make sure your pet is correctly identified.
• Bring valid health documentation.
• Check the pet accommodation options available on your departure.

You can review the documentation required to travel with a pet before boarding.

Tenerife offers many places and experiences to enjoy after arriving by ferry. Some of the island's main attractions include:

• Teide National Park.
• The landscapes and trails of the Anaga Massif.
• The beaches of northern and southern Tenerife.
• Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
• San Cristóbal de La Laguna.
• Villages, natural areas and volcanic landscapes across the island.

If you want to plan your stay and find out more about the destination, visit the Baleària Canarias Tenerife page.

You can check the location, contact details and current opening hours of Baleària Canarias offices in Tenerife online.

On the Baleària Canarias offices in Tenerife page, you will find information about the customer service points available on the island and their opening hours.