Ibiza – Barcelona
Ferry to Spain
Ibiza – Barcelona
Ferry to Spain
Yes, you can get a ferry from Ibiza to Barcelona. Ferries from Ibiza to Barcelona are available all year round. With around 2 daily and 13 weekly sailings, there's plenty of options to choose from.
Ibiza to Barcelona first ferry: departs Ibiza at 10:01.
Ibiza to Barcelona last ferry: departs Ibiza at around 22:00.
Bear in mind that the Ibiza to Barcelona ferry time can vary by season. We recommend checking the latest Ibiza to Barcelona ferry timetable before you book.
How long the Ibiza to Barcelona ferry is depends on whether you’re travelling on a Ibiza to Barcelona fast ferry or conventional ferry. The Ibiza to Barcelona ferry duration is usually around 8 hours 30 minutes on average.
Average Ibiza to Barcelona ferry time: 8 hours 30 minutes
Fastest ferry: 8 hours 30 minutes
Longest ferry: 9 hours 59 minutes
The fastest ferry to Barcelona from Ibiza takes 8 hours 30 minutes.
With an average crossing time of 8 hours 30 minutes, it's not possible to do a Ibiza to Barcelona day trip.
Ferries from Ibiza to Barcelona are provided by 3 ferry companies; Balearia, Grandi Navi Veloci & Trasmed GLE. There are a combined total of 2 daily and 13 weekly sailings. Bear in mind, the Ibiza to Barcelona ferry timetable can change throughout the seasons, with more options available in the summer months.
Ferry frequency: the Ibiza ferry to Barcelona runs all year round
Balearia: 1 daily sailing and 6 weekly sailings
Grandi Navi Veloci: 1 daily sailing and 5 weekly sailings
Trasmed GLE: 1 daily sailing and 4 weekly sailings
The Ibiza to Barcelona ferry price can vary depending on the ferry company you're travelling with and the season you're travelling in.
Average Ibiza to Barcelona ferry price: £75.14
Ibiza to Barcelona distance: approximately 177.4 miles (285.5km) or 154 nautical miles.
Yes, you can get the Ibiza to Barcelona ferry with a car.
Car operators: Balearia, Grandi Navi Veloci & Trasmed GLE
Car prices: usually between £96 and £332
Cheapest car price: £37
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the ferry between Ibiza and Barcelona.
Ibiza Barcelona foot passenger ferries: Balearia, Grandi Navi Veloci & Trasmed GLE
Foot passenger prices: usually between £44 and £215
Cheapest foot passenger price: £12
Yes, you can take a camper on the Ibiza Barcelona ferry.
Camper prices: usually between £123 and £303
Cheapest camper price: £80
Here's everything you need to know about taking your pet on the boat to Barcelona from Ibiza.
Pets are allowed on Ibiza ferries to Barcelona. However, you must let the ferry company know you are travelling with a pet at the time of your booking.
Pet-friendly operators:
Balearia
You will need the following things with you when travelling with your pet on a Ibiza to Barcelona boat.
Balearia:
Balearia: costs vary depending on the type of accommodation you choose.
You can travel with guide dogs and assistance dogs on the boat from Ibiza to Barcelona with Balearia. However, you must let the ferry company know at the time of booking. You may also have to present any necessary certificates if asked to do so on board.
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| Ibiza - Barcelona Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Spain | |
| Destination Country | Spain | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Balearia & Grandi Navi Veloci | |
| Average Price | £88* | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 2 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 13 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 8h 40m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 8h 30m | |
| First Ferry | 10:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 22:00 | |
| Distance | 154 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
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The Spanish island of Ibiza is located in the Mediterranean Sea and is one of the Balearic Islands. It lies around 80 km off the coast of Valencia on the east coast of the Spanish mainland. Ibiza's main population centres are Ibiza Town, Sant Antoni de Portmany and Santa Eularia des Riu. The island's port can be found in Ibiza Town which is also a popular tourist destination in its own right. There are many beautiful things to see and do in Ibiza Town including Renaissance walled buildings, the Curia's house, Santa Domingo's church, the landlord's house, the Castle, the Modern Art Museum of Ibiza and the Necropolis Punica del Puig des Molins. So rich is the town's history it has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
As a result of its many nightclubs and bars, the island has gained a reputation for its summer club scene, with many people visiting the island just to experience its nightlife. However, visitors to Ibiza should expect more than just nightclubs. In addition to Ibiza Town, large parts of the island have also been declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites which provides protection to these beautiful and important parts of the island from future development.
Ferries operate from Ibiza Town to Barcelona, Majorca, Dénia, Palma, Valencia and Formentera.
The Spanish city of Barcelona lies on the Mediterranean Sea coast, between the mouths of the River Llobregat and River Besos and is also bordered to the west by the Serra Collserola mountain range. The city is the capital of the autonomous region of Catalonia and is the second largest city in Spain, after Madrid. The city's origins date back to when it was founded as a Roman city and then in the Middle Ages it became the capital of the County of Barcelona. Today, the city is a very popular tourist destination and cultural centre and is particularly well known for the architectural works of Antoni Gaudi and Lluis Domenech i Montaner, which have been declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
There are many things to do and see in Barcelona including the National Museum of Art of Catalonia which contains a collection of Romanesque art while the Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art has a collection on post 1945 Catalan and Spanish art. Also in the city the Fundació Joan Miró, Picasso Museum and Fundació Antoni Tàpies hold important collections of these world famous artists, as well as Can Framis Museum, which focuses on post 1960 Catalan Art owned by Fundació Vila Casas.
From the city's port, whose piers are located close to the city centre, ferries depart to Mallorca, Ibiza and Morocco (Tangier Med).
If you're looking for the cheapest way to get to Barcelona from Ibiza, we recommend booking your ferry in advance. Barcelona Ibiza ferry prices vary depending on the season you’re travelling in. Most Barcelona Ibiza ferry prices are higher in the peak summer months between June to September. Ferries during these months can sell out so if you’re travelling from Ibiza to Barcelona by boat in summer it’s always best to make your Ibiza to Barcelona ferry booking in advance. Check out our special offers page for all the latest ferry discounts and to find the cheapest ferry from Ibiza to Barcelona.
Yes, students can get a 5% discount on Ibiza Barcelona ferry tickets all year round. Check out our special offers page for more discounts and to get the cheapest Ibiza to Barcelona ferry booking.
It all depends on the size of the ship but disembarking the ferry can take around 15-45 minutes.
If you're getting the Ibiza to Barcelona ferry with luggage, then there are certain restrictions that may apply. The amount of luggage you can take on the Ibiza to Barcelona ferry depends on the ferry company you are travelling with.
Balearia: no specific limit
Grandi Navi Veloci: no specific limit
Trasmed GLE: a maximum of 40kg if travelling in a cabin or 30kg if you are travelling in a seat
There are a wide range of facilities available on board the ferry between Ibiza and Barcelona. These include cafes, restaurants, bars and gift shops. Bear in mind that each ship’s facilities will vary.
The accommodation and seating on the Ibiza to Barcelona boat differs depending on the ferry company and how long the journey is. Prices are also dependent on the company you travel with and the size of your cabin.
Balearia: A variety of options are available on board including standard, premium and VIP seats as well as cabins.
Grandi Navi Veloci: cabins, suites, deck seats and pullman seats are available.
Trasmed GLE: Cabins are available on board along with indoor and outdoor seating.
Yes, the ferries from Ibiza to Barcelona are suitable for people with reduced mobility. The exact facilities on board will depend on the ship you’re travelling on. It's best to inform the ferry company at the time of booking to see if they can accommodate any requests.
Balearia: Special services and assistance is available for people with reduced mobility. Facilities include adapted seats, bathrooms, safety anchors for wheelchairs and special cabins.
Grandi Navi Veloci: Specially adapted cabins can be reserved.
Trasmed GLE: All ships have suitable cabins and seating for passengers with reduced mobility.
We recommend arriving at Ibiza port at least 1 hour before departure. However, if you are travelling with a vehicle, it’s best to arrive 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours before departure to allow time for parking. Wherever you’re travelling from, you should allow plenty of time to get to the port in case of traffic.
Your Ibiza to Barcelona ferry tickets will be sent by email. You will then need to check in with the ferry company before you travel and you may receive an additional boarding pass.
The latest check-in time for your Ibiza to Barcelona ferry booking should be in your confirmation email.
Balearia: at least 60 minutes before departure if you're travelling without a vehicle and 90 minutes before if you're travelling with a vehicle.
Grandi Navi Veloci: from 2 hours to 45 minutes before departure for vehicles and 1 hour to 45 minutes before for foot passengers.
Trasmed GLE: check in at least 60 minutes before scheduled departure if you're travelling with a vehicle and 30 minutes before if you're a foot passenger.
Yes, parking is available at Ibiza port.
Ibiza port is located about 1.9 miles or 3km from Ibiza Town. Some ships offer a shuttle bus service to the port. Alternatively, you can get a public bus, taxi or go by foot.
By bus: bus number 10 takes you from Ibiza Town to Ibiza port in less than 20 minutes.
By taxi: depending on traffic, taxis usually take around 10 minutes from Ibiza Town to the port.
There are 3 passenger ferry terminals at Barcelona ferry port; Terminal Drassanes, Terminal Ferry Barcelona and Grimaldi Terminal Barcelona. You'll find plenty of amenities here including shops, cafes and restaurants. The ferry port is well connected to Barcelona city centre.
By foot: you can walk from Barcelona city centre to the ferry port.
By metro: Drassanes station is the nearest metro station to the ferry port. Line L3 will take you to the city centre.
By bus: There are several buses including 88, 88B, 21, N0, N6 and 59 serving the port area.
By taxi: taxis are also available to take you to the centre.
If you're travelling by car, standard speed limits in Barcelona are as follows:
Urban roads: 50 km/h or 31mph
Regular roads: 90km/h or 56mph
Motorways: 120km/h or 74mph
