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Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) ferry with Fred. Olsen Express

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island)

Showing times and prices for Jan 17

Cheapest price

$79

Average price

$79

Fastest journey

1 h 40 m

Average duration

1 h 40 m

Ferries per day

4

Distance

114 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.

Fast ferries

Of the 4 ferries that leave Tenerife (Island) for Gran Canaria (Island) on Sat, Jan 17, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Jan 17 the direct ferries cover the 114 km distance in an average of 1 h 40 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 40 m .

On Sat, Jan 17 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.

Naviera ArmasVOLCAN DE TAGORO
07:00AM1h40
Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
08:40AMPort of Las Palmas
$791One-way
0 transfers
Naviera ArmasVOLCAN DE TAIDIA
08:00PM1h40
Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
09:40PMPort of Las Palmas
$791One-way
0 transfers
Naviera ArmasVOLCAN DE TAIDIA
03:20PM1h40
Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
05:00PMPort of Las Palmas
$791One-way
0 transfers
Naviera ArmasVOLCAN DE TAIDIA
10:20AM1h40
Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
12:00PMPort of Las Palmas
$791One-way
0 transfers

Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Naviera Armas
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
12:40PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Naviera Armas
Departure Time
04:30PM
Arrival Time
06:10PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Naviera Armas
Departure Time
11:00PM
Arrival Time
05:30AM
Duration
6h30
Sailing Days
Fri
Operator
Naviera Armas
Departure Time
01:30PM
Arrival Time
03:10PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Naviera Armas
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
08:40AM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
Naviera Armas
Departure Time
07:30PM
Arrival Time
09:10PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Naviera Armas
Departure Time
10:20AM
Arrival Time
12:00PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
Naviera Armas
Departure Time
06:00AM
Arrival Time
07:40AM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Naviera Armas
Departure Time
08:30AM
Arrival Time
10:10AM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Naviera Armas
Departure Time
03:20PM
Arrival Time
05:00PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Sat
Operator
Naviera Armas
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
09:40PM
Duration
1h40
Sailing Days
Sat

Live departures

Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) ferries for today, Friday, January 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 12:36 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
naviera_armasVOLCAN DE TAIDIA1:30 PM Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
1h40
3:10 PM Port of Las Palmas0 transfersDirect
naviera_armasVOLCAN DE TAGORO4:30 PM Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
1h40
6:10 PM Port of Las Palmas0 transfersDirect
naviera_armasVOLCAN DE TAIDIA7:30 PM Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
1h40
9:10 PM Port of Las Palmas0 transfersDirect
naviera_armasCIUDAD DE VALENCIA11:00 PM Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
6h30
5:30 AM Port of Las Palmas0 transfersDirect
Saturday, January 17
naviera_armasVOLCAN DE TAGORO7:00 AM Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
1h40
8:40 AM Port of Las Palmas0 transfersDirect
naviera_armasVOLCAN DE TAIDIA10:20 AM Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
1h40
12:00 PM Port of Las Palmas0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book ferry tickets from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island)?

The best time to book your ferry from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) is 70 days before departure. See how prices for ferries change on the Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your ferry from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island).

Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island)

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Ferries from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) if you book in advance.

There are 11 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 61 nautical miles (114 km) distance in 1h 20m. There are 81 sailings per week. Ferries from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) 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.
Price information
Official Omio partners on this route
Fred. Olsen Express
Naviera Armas
Distance
61 nautical miles (114 km)
Average sailing duration
1h 35m
Cheapest ticket price
$52 (€42)
Ferries per day
11
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
81
Fastest ferry
1h 20m
First ferry
01:30
Last ferry
23:30
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available

Key Takeaways

Train Ticket Prices
  • Budget Options: Train tickets from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) start from as low as $52 (€42) if booked well in advance.
  • Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $65 (€52) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
  • On average there are 11 daily trains from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) with 11 direct service.
  • The fastest trains can take as little as 1h 20m but the average duration is 1h 35m
Train Operators
  • Travel from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) with Fred. Olsen Express and Naviera Armas
  • The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Fred. Olsen Express.
Stations & Schedule
  • Most trains depart from Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and arrive in Puerto de las Nieves
  • First train typically departs at 01:30 AM and the last at 11:30 PM
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.
Price information

Ferry operators: Fred. Olsen Express, Naviera Armas from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island)You can travel by ferry between Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) with Fred. Olsen Express, Naviera Armas for as low as $52 (€42). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Fred. Olsen Express

About
Fred. Olsen Express is a ferry company based in the Canary Islands, which operates passenger and vehicle ferries between the Canary Islands, the mainland of Spain and the African coast. They operate a fleet of high-speed catamarans and conventional vessels, with a total of 8 ships. The company has been in operation since 1848, and it's the oldest transport company in Spain. The company provides regular services to the islands of Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Tenerife, as well as services to the port of Arrecife in the island of Lanzarote. They also have a service between the island of La Palma and Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Price
$52 (€42)
Fred. Olsen Express frequency
7 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations accepted up to 24 hours before departure with fee
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant, café, and bar services available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible vessels with assistance available. Advance notice required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers, dogs must be leashed and muzzled
Cabin reservation
Cabins available on longer routes, must be booked in advance
Car on board

Naviera Armas

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 Duration
1h 40m
Cheapest Price
$57 (€46)
Naviera Armas frequency
5 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
Car on board

Ferries from Tenerife to Gran Canaria

Located on the southeast of Tenerife, Gran Canaria is a beautiful city that offers a little something for everyone. Families often go to the city for the stunning beaches and alluring water parks. There is one major ferry route to Gran Canaria from Tenerife: the Santa Cruz de Tenerife Agaete ferry route. The Fred Olsen Express provides up to 56 crossings every week on this route with sailing durations taking about 1 hour and 20 minutes.

Timetable of ferries from Tenerife to Gran Canaria

There is only one ferry company operating on the Santa Cruz de Tenerife Agaete ferry route: Fred Olsen Express. The ferry company offers frequent daily crossings to Gran Canaria from Tenerife with an average of eight daily crossings. There are two other less popular ferry routes operated by two ferry companies: the Las Palmas to Santa Cruz de Tenerife route run by Trasmediterranea and Naviera Armas. Both companies have one crossing per week. The sailing durations and frequencies may vary from season to season so it is prudent to do a live check to get the most updated information.

What do you need to know to travel by ferry from Tenerife to Gran Canaria

Ferries and ships dock in and depart from the Las Palmas de Gran Canaria cruise port. There are plenty of transport options on this route including taxis, hop-on-hop-off busses, and public transport. The best way to get around the city is renting a car and this can be done at the car hire service available at the heart of Port of Las Palma. However, the inter-city bus service is also a great and cheap option. If you are traveling for sightseeing, take an enjoyable ride with the hop-on-hop-off bus that is conveniently located in the port.

FAQs: Ferry from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island)

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) 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 Gran Canaria (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) can start from as little as $44 (€35) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) is $57 (€46); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The ferry time from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) is on average 1 h 20 min   for the 70 mile (113 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go to Gran Canaria (Island) from Tenerife (Island) by ferry can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) leaves at 12: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) leaves at 10: 00 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) without having to change trains with Fred. Olsen Express or Naviera Armas. There are 12 direct ferries from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) with Fred. Olsen Express or Naviera Armas
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) is possible with Fred. Olsen Express or Naviera Armas.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) is possible with with Fred. Olsen Express or Naviera Armas. 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 book your travel to the departure port check our trains, buses and flight options on Omio.
For the best Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) ferry to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Fred. Olsen Express or Naviera Armas. However, it's always good to check all possible ferry operators with services between Tenerife (Island) and Gran Canaria (Island) to compare what amenities they may offer.
A day trip to Gran Canaria (Island) from Tenerife (Island) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island) is October.
Yes, you can take a ferry to Gran Canaria (Island) from Tenerife (Island).

popular ferry ports

Popular ports from Tenerife (Island) to Gran Canaria (Island)

Tenerife
Gran Canaria
The major port for departures in Tenerife is Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife for your trip from Tenerife to Gran Canaria.
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
42 km
carConnection
Car connection
TF-5, Exit 3
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurante La Hierbita (0.6km)
  • Restaurante Kazan (0.8km)
  • La Concepción (0.9km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Radio Taxi Laguna and Tele Taxi Santa Cruz.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transit options for Port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife
  • Bus Line 910, Stop: Plaza de España

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