- Must visit
Museu del Ferrocarril de Catalunya
Outstanding railway museum with historic locomotives, carriages, and interactive displays, ideal for families and transport enthusiasts.
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€44
Fastest journey
11 h
Average duration
11 h 20 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Sant Francesc Xavier to Vilanova i la Geltrú is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sant Francesc Xavier to Vilanova i la Geltrú will cost around €44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Sant Francesc Xavier for Vilanova i la Geltrú on Tue, Aug 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct ferries cover the 281 km distance in an average of 11 h 20 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 11 h .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest ferries will take 11 h 30 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.






Ferries from Sant Francesc Xavier to Vilanova i la Geltrú run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 13m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €36 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 21:45, the last at 22:01. The fastest ferry covers the 151 nautical miles (281 km) distance in 10h 8m. There are 5 sailings per week.
Distance 151 nautical miles (281 km) |
Average sailing duration 11h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 10h 8m |
First ferry 9:45 PM |
Last ferry 10:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 11h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 05:01PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 12h29 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 06:32AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 10h28 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 06:01AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 10h59 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 06:22AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 11h38 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 07:01AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 11h29 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 08:22AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 10h08 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Sant Francesc Xavier to Vilanova i la Geltrú ferries for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:00 AM Sant Francesc Xavier | 11h00 | 5:00 PM Vilanova i la Geltrú | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Sant Francesc Xavier | 11h30 | 6:30 PM Vilanova i la Geltrú | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:01 AM Sant Francesc Xavier | 11h29 | 6:30 PM Vilanova i la Geltrú | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Outstanding railway museum with historic locomotives, carriages, and interactive displays, ideal for families and transport enthusiasts.
Local history museum preserving documents and objects that explain the town’s civic, social, and economic development over time.
Important Catalan art museum in a former mansion, featuring Romanticism, Modernisme, and major works by Joaquim Mir and others.
Grand central square framed by arcades and civic buildings, lively year-round and essential for understanding local daily life.
Seafront promenade popular for walking, cycling, beach access, and sunset views along the Mediterranean coastline.
Historic quarter with narrow lanes, stone houses, and a medieval feel, perfect for wandering through the town’s oldest area.
Xató is the emblematic salad of the Garraf area, with escarole, salt cod, tuna, anchovies, olives and a rich nut sauce central to local winter festivals.
Arrossejat is a traditional fisherman's rice from the coast, cooked in deep fish stock and often served with allioli, prized in local seaside cooking.
Fideuada is a coastal noodle dish related to paella, usually made with seafood and fish stock, widely enjoyed in Vilanova's maritime restaurants.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving xató, rice dishes and Catalan seafood classics in a warm, local atmosphere.
Elegant seafood restaurant on the seafront, known for rice dishes, fresh fish and polished service in a refined coastal setting.
Popular casual spot for tapas, local dishes and shared plates, with a lively central atmosphere and dependable quality.
Moderate for coastal Catalonia; stays cost less than Barcelona, while dining and local transit remain fairly priced for most tourists.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; taxis are often rounded up, and small change is fine in cafes.
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