The cheapest and fastest ferries from Mahon to Barcelona
Cheapest price on 29 Sept
28€
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
40€
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
5 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
7 h 57 m
Ferries on 29 Sept
5
Distance
243 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Mahon to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mahon to Barcelona will cost around 40€ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only 28€.
On Tue, 29 Sept, we found 5 ferries from Mahon to Barcelona, including 5 direct services.
On Tue, 29 Sept the direct ferries cover the 243 km distance in an average of 7 h 57 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .
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.
Ciudad de Barcelona_11:00 AM8h30Port of Mahón (Maó)7:30 PMPort of Barcelona28 €1One-way0 changes
CIUDAD DE BARCELONA11:00 AM8h00Port of Mahón (Maó)7:00 PMPort of Barcelona28 €1One-way0 changes
ABEL MATUTES10:00 AM9h00Port of Ciutadella7:00 PMPort of Barcelona43 €1One-way0 changes
HYPATIA DE ALEJANDRÍA10:00 AM9h00Port of Ciutadella7:00 PMPort of Barcelona45 €1One-way0 changes
MARGARITA SALAS8:00 AM5h15Port of Ciutadella1:15 PMPort of Barcelona55 €1One-way0 changes
MARGARITA SALAS8:00 AM5h15Port of Ciutadella1:15 PMPort of Barcelona55 €1One-way0 changes
CIUDAD DE BARCELONA11:00 AM8h00Port of Mahón (Maó)7:00 PMPort of Barcelona28 €1One-way0 changes
Ciudad de Barcelona_11:00 AM8h30Port of Mahón (Maó)7:30 PMPort of Barcelona28 €1One-way0 changes
HYPATIA DE ALEJANDRÍA10:00 AM9h00Port of Ciutadella7:00 PMPort of Barcelona45 €1One-way0 changes
ABEL MATUTES10:00 AM9h00Port of Ciutadella7:00 PMPort of Barcelona43 €1One-way0 changes
Mahon to Barcelona Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Fri, Sun |
Operator Trasmed | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 12h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Trasmed | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 15h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Trasmed | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 11h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Live departures
Mahon to Barcelona ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Mahon to Barcelona ferries for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MARGARITA SALAS | 8:00 AM Port of Ciutadella | 5h15 | 1:15 PM Port of Barcelona | 0 changesdirect | |
ABEL MATUTES | 10:00 AM Port of Ciutadella | 9h00 | 7:00 PM Port of Barcelona | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Mahon to Barcelona by flight or ferry
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Why should you book Mahon to Barcelona ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Balearia?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Balearia, but also compare tickets for the likes of Trasmed or Gnv to find the best option for your trip from Mahon to Barcelona.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Directferries or Ferryhopper?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Trasmed or Gnv to find the best option for your trip from Mahon to Barcelona.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Mahon to Barcelona.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Mahon to Barcelona
Ferries from Mahon to Barcelona run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 54m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at 22€ but you can travel from only 13€ by flight.
There are 4 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 3h 30m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Mahon to Barcelona are available to foot passengers.



Distance 131 nautical miles (243 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price 22€ |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 3h 30m |
First ferry 12:15 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Ferry operators: Balearia, Trasmed, Gnv from Mahon to BarcelonaYou can travel by ferry between Mahon to Barcelona with Balearia, Trasmed, Gnv for as low as 13€. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Mahon to Barcelona ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mahon 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.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Mahon and Barcelona
Most Mahon to Barcelona ferries use the Port of Ciutadella to Port of Barcelona port pair. Use this guide to compare Mahon and Barcelona ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Barcelona port do ferries from Mahon arrive at?
Getting to Port of Barcelona from Barcelona city centre
Port of Barcelona is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Barcelona port facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Miramar (0.3km), Restaurante La Gavina (0.7km), Restaurante 7 Portes (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are multiple ATMs available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Barcelona.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Barcelona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Port of Barcelona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Barcelona.
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