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Museu Picasso
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Cheapest price
$97
Average price
$97
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
9 h
Ferries per day
1
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Alaior to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alaior to Barcelona will cost around $97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Alaior for Barcelona on Fri, Jul 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct ferries cover the 233 km distance in an average of 9 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest ferries will take 9 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Alaior to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 52m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $28, and a flight costs an average of $18.
Distance: 125 nautical miles (233 km)
Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
$77 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price |
8h 30m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Alaior to Barcelona:
A ferry is $10 (€8) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alaior to Barcelona costing on average $87 (€72).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Ferry takes on average 7h 30m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 12h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Trasmed | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat |
Operator Trasmed | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
The table below shows live departures for Alaior to Barcelona ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:00 AM Alaior | 9h00 | 6:00 PM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Ferries from Alaior to Barcelona run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 30m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $28 (€23) but you can travel from only $18 (€15) by flight.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 125 nautical miles (233 km) distance in 5h 15m. There are 4 sailings per week. Ferries from Alaior to Barcelona are available to foot passengers.


Distance 125 nautical miles (233 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€23) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 4 |
Fastest ferry 5h 15m |
First ferry 12:15 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alaior to Barcelona by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Alaior to Barcelona ferries use the Port of Ciutadella to Port of Barcelona port pair. Use this guide to compare Alaior and Barcelona ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Barcelona is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Barcelona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurante Miramar (0.3km), Restaurante La Gavina (0.7km), Restaurante 7 Portes (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are multiple ATMs available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Barcelona.
Available at Port of Barcelona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Port of Barcelona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Barcelona.