Ferry from Mallorca to Barcelona

Infants up to 1/2 years old can travel from Mallorca (Alcúdia or Palma) to Barcelona by ferry free of charge. Specifically on GNV ferries, infants and toddlers up to 4 years old travel for free. There are also discounts of 30%-50% for children up to 11-13 years old.

Residents of the Balearic Islands are entitled to ferry discounts of 75% or more. Check all crossings on our fare search engine and find the discount that best suits your needs.

The 3 ferry companies operating between Mallorca and Barcelona - Baleària, Trasmed and GNV - offer a range of services to make your journey comfortable and enjoyable. Their modern, family-friendly fleets are equipped with plenty of amenities.

Onboard, you'll find self-service restaurants, snack bars, cafeterias, and both indoor and outdoor bars, with options for everything from light snacks to full meals. To save on dining, look out for meal deals, including breakfast packages and kids' menus.

Most ferries also feature shops and children’s play areas, making them a great option for families.

All Mallorca - Barcelona ferry routes offer Wi-Fi access:

• Baleària and GNV provide internet packages for purchase onboard. Baleària’s smart vessels such as Abel Matutes and Hypatia de Alejandría, even offer free WhatsApp messaging throughout the trip.
• Trasmed typically offers free Wi-Fi on its ferries.

Cabins and accommodation

Most of the ferries serving the Mallorca - Barcelona ferry route have cabins available, so you can enjoy a comfortable trip. You can choose among various types of cabins, such as exclusive internal or external (with a window) cabins, pet-friendly cabins, and accessible cabins for people with disabilities. With GNV, you can even book a bed in a 4-bed shared cabin (male or female).

Here are some indicative cabin prices:

• A bed in a shared cabin starts at around €70
• Α 4-bed inside cabin starts at around €110
• Α 4-bed cabin with a sea view starts at around €130
• A 2-bed suite cabin with sea view at around €240

Bear in mind that, alternatively, you can book a numbered airplane-type seat, with prices starting at around €20.

On Balearia ferries, numbered seats are further divided into 2 categories: standard (Sirena) and superior (Neptuno) seats. A Neptuno seat ticket gives you access to a lounge with extra comfortable leather seats and TV. On some Balearia ferries (e.g., Margarita Salas), you can also book VIP seats in an exclusive area.

Luggage

Each ferry company that serves the Mallorca to Barcelona ferry route has different luggage policies:

• On the ferries of Baleària and Trasmed, there are no limitations on the amount of luggage for each passenger, as long as you can carry it on your own. There are also open luggage storage spaces on board.
• With GNV, each passenger is allowed to carry up to 2 pieces of personal luggage on board.

Traveling with pets

When it comes to traveling to Barcelona from Mallorca by ferry, you can easily bring along your pet by paying a small fee of around €15-€20, depending on the size of the pet (smaller or larger).

Depending on the operator and type of vessel, there are various services and facilities for your little friend, such as special pet-friendly cabins and kennels. On Balearia ferries, you can also normally book pet-friendly seats where you can travel with your pet (under 8 kg) on your lap or keep them in their carrier by your side during the journey.

On some larger ferries, there are also walking areas for pets, where they can stretch their legs. Don’t forget to bring along a leash for your dog.

Remember to include your pet in the booking and carry the necessary health documents.

Here are a couple of tips for your Mallorca to Barcelona ferry trip:

• The documents you need for your trip to Barcelona from Mallorca are a valid ID or passport and your boarding pass (printed or in digital format).
• Transporting your vehicle by ferry from Mallorca to Barcelona is a great idea if you want to do a road trip to Costa Brava and mainland Spain.
• Also check out the Barcelona - Mallorca ferry route, and plan your trip from the mainland to the Balearic island hassle-free.

Where to take the ferry from Mallorca to Barcelona

Mallorca has 2 ports that both serve ferry crossings to Barcelona: the one in Palma de Mallorca and the one in Alcúdia. Alcúdia is located on the northeast coast of the island and Palma de Mallorca on the west coast.

The ferry port of Palma is located just southwest of the city center, and is pretty easy to find. It is the port closer to the airport of Mallorca (about 14 km) and takes about 25 min by car or 1 hr by public transport to get there.

Ferries to Barcelona from Alcúdia, a popular resort town in Mallorca, depart from the passenger terminal at the port of Alcúdia. Close to the port, you will find numerous restaurants, shops, parking lots, and other amenities.

The distance between Palma and Alcúdia is approximately 54 km, which is about a 45-min drive. There are regular buses (bus 302) connecting the 2 towns, which take about 1-1.5 hr.

Where does the ferry arrive in Barcelona?

The port of Barcelona is located 9 km from the city center and is easily accessible by public transport (metro, bus, train), car and taxi. The port is within walking distance to La Rambla or Barceloneta (around 10-20 min depending on your exact location) so you can get there on foot.

More specifically, GNV and Trasmed ferries departing from Mallorca to the port of Barcelona normally arrive at the Terminal Ferries Barcelona. Balearia ferries to Barcelona normally arrive at the port’s Balearia terminal.