Ferry from Palma to Barcelona

Infants up to 1-2 years old can travel free of charge on the ferry from Palma de Mallorca to Barcelona. On GNV ferries, infants and toddlers up to 4 years old travel for free. Additionally, children up to 11-13 years old can receive discounts of 30%-50%. Residents of the Balearic Islands can benefit from ferry discounts of 75% or more.

All 3 ferry companies operating on the ferry Palma to Barcelona route - Baleària, GNV and Trasmed - provide modern, family-friendly vessels equipped with a range of amenities for a comfortable journey.

Onboard, you'll find self-service restaurants, snack bars, cafés, and both indoor and outdoor bars - ideal for enjoying a meal, drink or snack. Travelers can also save on meals by taking advantage of the companies’ meal packages and discounts, which often include kid-friendly options and breakfast deals. 

Most ferries also feature onboard shops and dedicated play areas for children. Wi-Fi is available throughout the ferry Palma - Barcelona route. Baleària and GNV offer paid Wi-Fi packages, while Baleària's smart ships, such as the Hypatia de Alejandría vessel, include a free WhatsApp service during the entire voyage. Trasmed ferries typically provide free Wi-Fi access.

Cabins and accommodation

Ferries traveling from Palma to Barcelona provide a variety of cabin options, such as standard interior cabins, sea-view exterior cabins, pet-friendly cabins, and accessible cabins for people with disabilities. Most cabin prices range from approximately €70 to €270.

Alternatively, you can book a numbered airplane-type seat, with prices starting at around €30. On Baleària ferries, you can choose between standard "Sirena" seats or superior “Neptuno” seats, which offer access to a lounge with more comfortable leather chairs and a TV.

Ferry luggage

Each ferry operator serving the ferry route from Palma to Barcelona has different luggage policies:

• Trasmed allows each passenger to carry up to 30 kg per luggage item.
• On the ferries of Baleària, there are no limitations on the amount of luggage, as long as you can carry and handle it on your own. There are also open luggage trunks in the passenger lounges, where you can leave your luggage during the trip.
• GNV allows passengers to bring up to 2 pieces of personal luggage.

Traveling with pets

When it comes to traveling by ferry from Palma to Barcelona, you can bring along your pet on most vessels, by paying a fee of around €15, depending on the size of the pet.

Pet-friendly amenities vary by operator and vessel, and may include kennels and pet-friendly cabins, which usually cost between €130 and €200.

Remember to add your pet in the booking and carry the necessary health documents. In addition, don't forget to bring along a leash for your dog.

Here are some travel tips for your ferry trip from Palma to Barcelona:

• Make sure that you arrive at the port of Palma in Mallorca at least 1 hr in advance, especially during high season, to avoid delays.
• The documents you need for your trip to Barcelona from Palma are a valid ID or passport and your boarding pass (printed or in digital format).
• Ferries to Barcelona also depart from the port of Alcúdia in Mallorca. The distance between the 2 ports is about 58 km, which is about 1 hr by bus or 45 min by car.
• Regarding the outbound Barcelona - Palma ferry route, ferries are overnight and depart between 21:30 and 23:00.

Where to take the ferry from Palma to Barcelona

Ferries to Barcelona depart from the port of Palma, which is the main port of Mallorca. It’s centrally located on the island’s west coast, right across from Palma’s charming Old Town.

Where does the ferry arrive in Barcelona?

The ferry Palma - Barcelona arrives at the port of Barcelona. It’s located 9 km from the city center and is easily accessible by public transport (metro, bus, train), car and taxi. The port is within walking distance to La Rambla or Barceloneta (around 10-20 min depending on your exact location) so you can get there on foot.