Ferry to Azores Islands
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Ferry to Azores Islands
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You can get ferries to Azores Islands from destinations including Madalena, Horta, Vila Nova do Corvo, Santa Cruz & Sao Roque. There are up to 294 ferries running per week. Ferries to Azores Islands are provided by 2 ferry companies including Atlanticoline & Atlanticoline Vehicle. Book now with Direct Ferries and find a ferry to Azores Islands to suit you.
The Azores Islands ferry timetable varies depending on the route you choose. The Madalena to Horta ferry sails approximately 65 times per week, with an average duration of about 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, the Madalena to Velas ferry sails 10 times per week, with an average duration of about 1 hour 20 minutes.
Ferries to Azores Islands are provided by 2 operators including Atlanticoline & Atlanticoline Vehicle. Atlanticoline and Atlanticoline Vehicle are two of the most popular Azores Islands ferry operators.
There are 10 ferry ports in Azores Islands. Horta is the most popular port with 22 daily and 111 weekly sailings.
The duration of the ferry to Azores Islands depends on the route. The longest route is Praia da Vitoria to Horta with an average duration of 9 hours 5 minutes, whilst the fastest route is Madalena to Horta with a journey time of 30 minutes.
The fastest ferry to Azores Islands is Madalena to Horta. This journey usually takes 30 minutes and costs around £31.45 on average.
The most popular ferry route to Azores Islands is the Madalena to Horta ferry with 65 weekly sailings and an average price of £31.45. The second most popular ferry to Azores Islands is the Madalena to Velas ferry with 10 weekly sailings and an average price of £33.38.
Ferries from Azores Islands go to 10 ports. These include Madalena, Horta, Vila Nova do Corvo, Santa Cruz & Sao Roque. If you're looking for inspiration on where to go, check out our blog or Instagram.
The price of the ferry to Azores Islands varies depending on the route you choose. The Madalena to Horta ferry costs £31.45 on average whereas the Madalena to Velas ferry usually costs £33.38.
The cheapest ferry to Azores Islands depends on the route, season, ferry company and whether you are travelling with a vehicle or not. Prices are generally cheaper for foot passengers. We recommend booking your ferry tickets to Azores Islands in advance to get them at the cheapest price. For more money-saving tips, take a look at our guide to budget ferry travel.
The cheapest Azores Islands ferry is Horta to Sao Roque with an average price of £6.09. The journey takes approximately 1 hour 10 minutes.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on Azores Islands ferries. Azores Islands foot operators include Atlanticoline & Atlanticoline Vehicle.
Yes, you can take your car on ferries to Azores Islands. Simply follow the signs at the port and staff will be on hand to guide you into the correct lane. Azores Islands car operators include Atlanticoline & Atlanticoline Vehicle.
Yes, you can take your bike on ferries to Azores Islands. Azores Islands bicycle operators include Atlanticoline & Atlanticoline Vehicle.
Unfortunately, you cannot bring your pet on the ferry to Azores Islands. However, there are plenty of alternative ferry routes that do allow you to bring your pet with you.
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