Ferry from Tenerife to Gran Canaria

When booking tickets for Tenerife to Gran Canaria ferries, you can take advantage of regular discounts of up to 50% offered to specific traveler categories. While these discounts differ from one company to another, you can usually expect lower ferry ticket prices for:

• Children (4-11)
• Young travelers (under 26)
• Seniors (60+)
• Large families (Spanish citizens)

Additionally, Canary Island residents are often entitled to discounts of up to 85% on ferry tickets.

Note: infants and children up to 3 years old usually travel for free.

The conventional and high-speed ferries serving the Tenerife - Gran Canaria routes are equipped with modern amenities. On board most ferries, you will find:

• Air-conditioned lounges & spacious decks
• Snack bars
• Wi-Fi hotspot
• Amenities for passengers with disabilities
• Designated pet-friendly areas
• Car decks

On conventional ferries, you will also find restaurants, children play areas and shops.

Cabins and accommodation

You can book a cabin for 1-4 passengers on some of the conventional ferries serving the Tenerife - Gran Canaria route. Typically, you have the option between interior cabins, exterior cabins (with a sea view) and deluxe cabins (double bed & sea view). Cabin prices normally start at around €128.

Due to the short length of the trip, the high-speed ferries traveling between Tenerife and Gran Canaria do not have cabins. For a more comfortable journey though, you can book a seat in the VIP lounge, with prices starting from about €80.

Luggage

Each ferry company serving the Tenerife - Gran Canaria routes has its own luggage policy:

• With Fred. Olsen, you can carry up to 20 kg of luggage free of charge. It also offers trolleys to transport your bags and lockers for €1.
• Naviera Armas and Trasmediterranea allow you up to 4 items of luggage with a maximum combined weight of 60 kg. The ferry companies also offer trolleys to transport your baggage.

Traveling with pets

Pets are allowed on all ferries serving the Tenerife - Gran Canaria routes, provided you include them in your booking. Depending on the ferry company, you may have the option of bringing your four-legged pet with you in a carrier or on a lead, as well as booking a pet-friendly cabin or a place in the kennels.

Don’t forget to bring along the necessary health documents, tickets and any pet supplies you may need for the journey.

Good to know: for more information, you can check out our guide on traveling with your pet in Spain.

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip from Tenerife to Gran Canaria:

• The port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife is one of the busiest in the Canary Islands, so it’s best to arrive there at least 45 min before departure. If you are traveling with a vehicle, it’s highly recommended to be at the port 1.5 hr ahead of the ferry’s departure.
• The sea can get a bit choppy, so if the waves get to you, consider taking seasickness medication before the trip. As always, you can discuss your options with your doctor or pharmacist.
• For the longer journeys to Gran Canaria from Tenerife, we recommend that you book a cabin for greater comfort and privacy. Alternatively, you can book a seat in the VIP lounge, which often comes with priority boarding.
• If you are headed to Gran Canaria on a day trip, make sure to book your return trip on the Gran Canaria - Tenerife ferry well in advance, especially if you are traveling with a vehicle.
• For more ideas on where to go and what to do on your vacations, you can check our guide on a 7-day road trip in Gran Canaria.
• Gran Canaria is a great starting point if you want to explore the eastern side of the Canary Islands archipelago, including Fuerteventura and Lanzarote. On our Map of ferries, you can compare all ferry routes for island hopping in the Canary Islands and plan your trip hassle-free!

Where to take the ferry from Tenerife to Gran Canaria

You can travel by ferry to Gran Canaria from the port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the capital of the island. The city is located in the northeast of Tenerife, about 15 km from Tenerife North Airport and approximately 60 km from Tenerife South Airport.

Bus 20 takes you from Tenerife North Airport to Santa Cruz de Tenerife in 25 min. To get to the capital from Tenerife South Airport, you can catch bus 10, which takes around 50 min.

Where does the ferry arrive in Gran Canaria?

Ferries from Tenerife normally arrive at 2 ports in Gran Canaria: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Agaete.

• Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is on the eastern side of the island’s northern coast. The port is 5 km from the center of the island capital. There are several bus routes that connect the port to different city areas.
• The seaside town of Agaete is the closest port to Tenerife, approximately 33 km west from Las Palmas. Bus route 103 runs regularly from the capital to Agaete.

Both ports are well-equipped, with plenty of useful amenities nearby, such as cafés, restaurants, shops, hotels, banks and ATMs.