The cheapest and fastest ferries from Barcelona to Mahon
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$94
Fastest journey
5 h 15 m
Average duration
10 h 38 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Barcelona to Mahon is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Mahon will cost around $94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Barcelona for Mahon on Sat, May 30, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 30 the direct ferries cover the 243 km distance in an average of 10 h 38 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
On Sat, May 30 the slowest ferries will take 16 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.
CIUDAD DE GRANADA10:00 PM16h00Port of Valencia2:00 PMPort of Mahón (Maó)$801One-way0 transfers
MARGARITA SALAS3:45 PM5h15Port of Barcelona9:00 PMPort of Ciutadella$1091One-way0 transfers
MARGARITA SALAS3:45 PM5h15Port of Barcelona9:00 PMPort of Ciutadella$1091One-way0 transfers
CIUDAD DE GRANADA10:00 PM16h00Port of Valencia2:00 PMPort of Mahón (Maó)$801One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Barcelona to Mahon
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Mahon among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $18.
Distance: 131 nautical miles (243 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
$60 Average price Cheapest | $84 Average price |
8h 42m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Mahon:
A ferry is $24 (€19) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Mahon costing on average $84 (€68).
Other travel options to Mahon take longer:
Ferry takes on average 7h 42m.
Barcelona to Mahon Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Trasmed | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 16h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Trasmed | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator Trasmed | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Live departures
Barcelona to Mahon ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Mahon ferries for today, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ABEL MATUTES | 9:15 PM Port of Barcelona | 9h00 | 6:15 AM Port of Ciutadella | 0 transfersDirect | |
CIUDAD DE BARCELONA | 10:30 PM Port of Barcelona | 8h30 | 7:00 AM Port of Mahón (Maó) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 30 | |||||
MARGARITA SALAS | 3:45 PM Port of Barcelona | 5h15 | 9:00 PM Port of Ciutadella | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Barcelona to Mahon by flight or ferry
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Why should you book Barcelona to Mahon ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Gnv?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Gnv, but also compare tickets for the likes of Trasmed or Balearia to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Mahon.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Gnv with all available travel options, which are flight and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Barcelona to Mahon.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper, Rome2rio or Directferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Trasmed or Balearia to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Mahon.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Barcelona to Mahon.
Offers and deals from Barcelona to Mahon
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Barcelona to Mahon
Ferries from Barcelona to Mahon run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 42m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $18 (€14) by flight.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:15, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 131 nautical miles (243 km) distance in 5h 15m. There are 19 sailings per week. Ferries from Barcelona to Mahon are available to foot passengers.



Distance 131 nautical miles (243 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 19 |
Fastest ferry 5h 15m |
First ferry 12:15 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 3 days |
Ferry operators: Gnv, Trasmed, Balearia from Barcelona to MahonYou can travel by ferry between Barcelona to Mahon with Gnv, Trasmed, Balearia for as low as $18 (€14). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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Trasmed
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FAQs: Ferry from Barcelona to Mahon
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Mahon 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 Mahon, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Barcelona to Mahon
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Restaurante Miramar (0.3km)
- Restaurante La Gavina (0.7km)
- Restaurante 7 Portes (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxi Ecològic and Radio Taxi Barcelona.
- Free
- Metro L3, Drassanes stop
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