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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Oct 31
- Cheapest price on Oct 31
- $66
- Average ticket price on Oct 31
- $71
- Fastest journey on Oct 31
- 1 h 20 m
- Average journey duration on Oct 31
- 1 h 27 m
- Ferries on Oct 31
- 3
- Distance
- 104 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife will cost around $71 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Fast ferries
On Sat, Oct 31, we found 3 ferries from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 31 the direct ferries cover the 104 km distance in an average of 1 h 27 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 20 m .
On Sat, Oct 31 the slowest ferries will take 1 h 40 m 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.
7:30 AM 1h20 Cruce de Arinaga 8:50 AM Santa Cruz de Tenerife $66 1 One-way 0 transfers9:30 AM 1h20 Cruce de Arinaga 10:50 AM Santa Cruz de Tenerife $66 1 One-way 0 transfers
5:40 PM 1h40 Cruce de Arinaga 7:20 PM Santa Cruz de Tenerife $82 1 One-way 0 transfers
7:30 AM 1h20 Cruce de Arinaga 8:50 AM Santa Cruz de Tenerife $66 1 One-way 0 transfers9:30 AM 1h20 Cruce de Arinaga 10:50 AM Santa Cruz de Tenerife $66 1 One-way 0 transfers5:40 PM 1h40 Cruce de Arinaga 7:20 PM Santa Cruz de Tenerife $82 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife
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Ferries from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $52 (€43) if you book in advance.
There are 14 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 56 nautical miles (104 km) distance in 1h 20m. There are 1 sailings per week. Ferries from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife are available to foot passengers.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Journey facts
- Distance56 nautical miles (104 km)
- Average sailing duration1h 33m
- Cheapest ticket price$52 (€43)
- Ferries per day14
- Direct ferriesAvailable
- Average weekly sailings1
- Fastest ferry1h 20m
- First ferry1:30 AM
- Last ferry11:30 PM
- CabinsAvailable
- Cheapest MonthOct
- Cheapest DayWed
- High SeasonJan - Mar
- Low SeasonApr - Jun
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- Operators on this routeFred Olsen Express • Balearia • Naviera Armas S.A.
- Departure & arrivalPuerto de las Nieves → Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- Car ferriesCars can travel on this route
- Foot passengersTravel without a car
- Seasonal ferriesSailings Aug - Jun
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Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Frequently asked questions about your Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
Cheap ferry tickets from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife can start from as little as $52 (€43) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife is $63 (€53) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest ferry from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife leaves at 1:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest ferry from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife leaves at 11:30 PM.
Yes, there are 14 direct ferries a day from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife with Fred Olsen Express, Balearia, Naviera Armas S.A.. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Fred Olsen Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 1h20 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife ferries for today, Friday, October 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 MERCEDES PINTO | 1:30 PM Port of Las Palmas | 1h40 | 3:10 PM Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Fred Olsen Express | 2:00 PM Puerto de las Nieves | 1h20 | 3:20 PM Puerto de las Nieves | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Fred Olsen Express | 4:00 PM Puerto de las Nieves | 1h20 | 5:20 PM Puerto de las Nieves | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VOLCAN DE TAIDIA | 4:30 PM Port of Las Palmas | 1h40 | 6:10 PM Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Fred Olsen Express | 6:00 PM Puerto de las Nieves | 1h20 | 7:20 PM Puerto de las Nieves | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VOLCAN DE TAGORO | 7:30 PM Port of Las Palmas | 1h40 | 9:10 PM Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Fred Olsen Express | 8:00 PM Puerto de las Nieves | 1h20 | 9:20 PM Puerto de las Nieves | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, October 31 | |||||
| 7:30 AM Cruce de Arinaga | 1h20 | 8:50 AM Santa Cruz de Tenerife | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:30 AM Cruce de Arinaga | 1h20 | 10:50 AM Santa Cruz de Tenerife | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Fred Olsen Express as well as Balearia or Naviera Armas S.A. offer ferries services from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
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Ferry companies
Ferry companies from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Ferries from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife with Fred Olsen Express, Balearia, and Naviera Armas S.A.. Cars can travel on this route with Balearia and Naviera Armas S.A.. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
Fred Olsen Express
About
Fred. Olsen Express is a leading ferry operator in the Canary Islands, Spain, established in 1974. The company operates a fleet of 12 vessels, including seven high-speed ships, three mini ferries, and a cargo vessel, connecting six inter-island routes and a coastal service in La Gomera. In 2024, Fred. Olsen Express expanded its services to include a connection with El Hierro and launched a cargo division, Fred. Olsen Express Cargo. Annually, the company transports over 3.5 million passengers, 63,000 pets, nearly one million vehicles, and approximately 1.3 million linear meters of freight. Committed to sustainability, Fred. Olsen Express has implemented over 90 environmental initiatives, including a paperless policy and advanced technological systems to enhance safety and navigation.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Fred Olsen Express Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Fred Olsen Express Price
$52 (€43)
Fred Olsen Express frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to carry personal luggage up to a maximum of 20 kg per person.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage beyond the standard allowance is not permitted.
Luggage storage
The ferry provides luggage compartments with restricted access for passenger use.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets are valid for one year from the date of issue; changes and refunds are subject to specific conditions.
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
On-board meals and refreshments are available, with certain fare classes including these services.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
The Sicilia ferry offers accessible accommodations, including seats and cabins, with safety anchorages for wheelchairs and elevators on all decks.
Bikes
Bicycles are welcome on board.
Pets
Pets are allowed on board, with dedicated pet-friendly accommodations such as pet rooms and pet cabins.
Cabin reservation
Private cabins are available for booking, offering additional comfort during the journey.
Balearia
About
Balearia is a Spanish ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Mediterranean Sea. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Barcelona, Spain. Balearia operates ferry services between mainland Spain, the Balearic Islands, and the Canary Islands, and also to North Africa. Balearia is known for its fast, comfortable, and reliable ferry services, providing a convenient and efficient way to travel between the islands.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Balearia Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest Balearia Price
$70 (€58)
Balearia frequency
7 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed with additional fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24h before departure with varying fees
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria and vending machines available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible vessels with adapted facilities and spaces
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers, dogs must be leashed and muzzled. Not allowed in restaurant areas
Cabin reservation
Available on most routes, various cabin types from standard to superior
Naviera Armas S.A.
About
Naviera Armas Transmediterranea is a Spanish ferry company that operates ferries in the Canary Islands and to Morocco. They offer regular services to several destinations in the Canary Islands, as well as to the Moroccan cities of Tanger Med and Nador. They have several modern ships in their fleet, providing amenities such as cabins, restaurants, and lounges for passengers. Naviera Armas is considered one of the main ferry companies in the Canary Islands.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Naviera Armas S.A. Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest Naviera Armas S.A. Price
$70 (€59)
Naviera Armas S.A. frequency
6 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24h before departure with partial refund
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant, cafeteria and vending machines available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible vessels with adapted facilities and assistance available
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers, dogs must be leashed and muzzled. Not allowed in restaurant areas
Cabin reservation
Cabins available for longer routes, must be booked in advance
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cruce de Arinaga and Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife with Balearia, Naviera Armas S.A.
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife is possible with Balearia, Naviera Armas S.A..
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife is possible with Balearia, Naviera Armas S.A.. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot, but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife, you can count on Fred Olsen Express, Balearia, Naviera Armas S.A. for the best way to get you to Santa Cruz de Tenerife. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Cruce de Arinaga and Santa Cruz de Tenerife and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
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Things to do in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Discover the best of Santa Cruz de Tenerife — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Santa Cruz de Tenerife trip today.
- Must visit
MUNA Museo de Naturaleza y Arqueología
Outstanding natural history museum with fossils, native biodiversity, and Guanche collections, ideal for understanding Tenerife's origins.
- Recommended
Museo Histórico Militar de Canarias
Small military museum with weapons, maps, and the famous cannon linked to Nelson's defeat in Santa Cruz.
- Must visit
Parque García Sanabria
The city's best-known urban park, with fountains, sculptures, and shaded paths ideal for a relaxing walk near the center.
- Must visit
Calle del Castillo
Elegant pedestrian shopping street lined with modernist architecture, ideal for strolling and seeing daily city life.
- Must visit
Palmetum de Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Palm-filled urban park near the auditorium and fairgrounds, a pleasant local favorite for walking with coastal breezes.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Papas Arrugadas con Mojo
Wrinkled baby potatoes boiled in very salty water, served with mojo sauces. They are a Canary Islands staple and one of Tenerife’s most iconic traditional foods.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Mojo Picón
A spicy red sauce made with peppers, garlic, oil, and vinegar. It is traditional across the Canaries and defines many local dishes.
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten-free
Mojo Verde
A mild green sauce of coriander or parsley, garlic, oil, and vinegar. It is a classic Canarian accompaniment for potatoes, fish, and meats.
Nub
Refined Michelin-starred dining focused on contemporary Canarian cuisine, polished service, and creative tasting menus in an elegant setting.
La Hierbita
Traditional restaurant known for classic Canarian dishes, seafood, and a historic atmosphere near the city center.
Los Roques
Well-known seafood restaurant popular for fresh fish, shellfish, and rice dishes in a lively coastal setting.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Spain: hotels can rise in peak season, but local dining and TITSA buses or trams are generally good value for tourists.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or simple local meals.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €50+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €1.50-3 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Restaurants: round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Cafes: small change. Taxis: round up the fare or add about €1 for help with bags.
Ten+Móvil
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.45
- Day pass
- €10.00
To the city center
Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife -> Intercambiador de Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- Distance
- 1.5 km
- Travel time
- 15 min
- Ten+Móvil lets you buy and validate TITSA bus and Metrotenerife tram tickets on your phone.
- Contactless bank card payment is not standard onboard; use Ten+Móvil, a Ten+ card, or buy from authorized machines and sales points.
Plan your visit to Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
Spain uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards, but cards are widely accepted in cities and tourist areas, while cash may be preferred for small purchases, markets, and rural locations.
In Santa Cruz de Tenerife, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas and on public transportation. Common scams include overcharging by taxis and street vendors selling counterfeit goods. It's advisable to keep valuables secure and verify taxi fares beforehand to ensure a safe experience.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
FAQs: Ferry from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cruce de Arinaga to Santa Cruz de Tenerife 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 Santa Cruz de Tenerife, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Yes, you can take a ferry between Cruce de Arinaga and Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
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