❤︎ Trasmediterránea (Compañía Trasmediterránea S.A.) is one of Spain's oldest and most historically significant ferry companies, founded in 1916 to serve the island and North African territories under Spanish sovereignty. For over a century it was the reference operator on routes between the Iberian Peninsula and the Balearic Islands, Canary Islands, Ceuta and Melilla. In October 2017 it was acquired by Naviera Armas for €260 million and fully integrated into the group from May 2018 under the name Armas Trasmediterránea, which combines both brands within a single operational structure. Today, under the group's umbrella, the Trasmediterránea brand continues on key Mediterranean, Strait and North African routes. Its most emblematic connections are the Valencia–Palma de Mallorca ferry, the Barcelona–Palma de Mallorca ferry and the Algeciras–Ceuta ferry.
Balearic Islands — From Valencia
Valencia → Palma de Mallorca ~8hDaily › Valencia → Ibiza ~8hSeveral/week › Valencia → Mahón (Menorca) ~11h 30minSeveral/week ›Balearic Islands — From Barcelona
Barcelona → Palma de Mallorca ~8hDaily › Barcelona → Ibiza ~10h 30minSeveral/week › Barcelona → Mahón (Menorca) ~11hSeveral/week ›South–Strait and North Africa
Algeciras → Ceuta ~35minMultiple/day › Almería → Melilla ~8hSeveral/week › Almería → Nador (Morocco) ~8hSeveral/week › Almería → Oran (Algeria) ~17hPeriodic ›Frequencies vary by season. In summer and Easter departures to the Balearic Islands are increased. Routes to Ceuta, Melilla and North Africa maintain regular year-round service. Check updated timetables in the iloveferry.com search engine before booking.
With over a century of history, Trasmediterránea has forged routes that are benchmarks of maritime travel in Spain. The Valencia–Palma de Mallorca connection has historically been the most in-demand to the Balearics; the Algeciras–Ceuta crossing, the most frequent across the Strait.
The classic Mediterranean route par excellence: an 8-hour overnight crossing that lets you arrive in Mallorca first thing in the morning with your car loaded, no flight or transfers needed. One of the most historically significant connections in Spanish coastal shipping.
Type: Overnight ro-pax ferry · Ideal for: families, tourists with a vehicle, Balearic residents
The Catalan crossing to Mallorca, historic and frequent. From the Barcelona quay, an approximately 8-hour passage connecting the Catalan capital with Palma that for decades was the preferred boat for Barcelona families spending summer on the islands.
Type: Ro-pax ferry · Ideal for: tourists and residents with a vehicle from Catalonia and northern Spain
Just 35 minutes across the Strait of Gibraltar with multiple daily departures. The most frequent and oldest line across the Strait, operated by Trasmediterránea since the early twentieth century and maintained without interruption to this day under the Armas Trasmediterránea brand.
Type: Fast ferry · Ideal for: Ceuta residents, tourists, business travellers
Nearly twelve hours of overnight crossing linking Valencia with the historic port of Mahón, one of the deepest natural harbours in the Mediterranean. Trasmediterránea is the operator that has served the mainland–Menorca connection the longest.
Type: Overnight ro-pax ferry · Ideal for: tourists, Menorca residents, travellers with a vehicle and pets
The active Trasmediterránea fleet within the Armas Trasmediterránea group consists of medium- and large-capacity ro-pax ferries optimised for overnight crossings of 6 to 17 hours. The vessels Ciudad de Valencia (116 m LOA, ~800 pax), Ciudad de Ibiza, Ciudad de Málaga and Al Andalus cover Mediterranean and Strait routes, while the Juan J. Sister and Almariya are mainly assigned to North African routes and relief sailings. All vessels on Balearic routes have a vehicle deck, cabins and a full restaurant, making the overnight crossing a comfortable experience without the need for an early-morning flight.
The Trasmediterránea fleet is characterised by medium-to-large ro-pax vessels designed to combine passenger transport with vehicle and rolling cargo carriage on Mediterranean crossings. The names of the historic line's ships follow the tradition of Spanish cities with a maritime vocation.
Ciudad de Valencia
Ro-pax ferry · LOA: 116 m · Capacity: ~800 passengers · ~1,000 lane metres of cargo · Inside and outside cabins, restaurant, cafeteria, vehicle deck · Routes: Balearic Islands and Canaries–Peninsula
Ciudad de Ibiza
Ro-pax ferry · Mediterranean Balearic routes · Premium seats, cabins, restaurant and vehicle deck · One of the most recognisable vessels in the fleet on the Valencia/Barcelona–Ibiza corridor
Ciudad de Málaga
Ro-pax ferry · South–Strait and North Africa routes · Vehicle deck, seats, cafeteria, PRM area · Regularly links Andalusian ports with Melilla, Nador and Oran
Juan J. Sister
Ro-pax cargo and passenger ferry · A historic name in the Trasmediterránea fleet; several generations of ships have carried this name · Rolling cargo and passengers on relief and North African routes
Vessel assignment may vary according to the season and the operational needs of the Armas Trasmediterránea group. The operator guarantees route coverage with the committed services regardless of the vessel assigned.
Trasmediterránea operates in more than 15 ports spread across the Iberian Peninsula, the Balearic Islands and North Africa. Valencia and Barcelona are the main Mediterranean hubs; Algeciras and Almería lead the Strait and Moroccan-route connections.
Trasmediterránea, operating under the Armas Trasmediterránea group, applies discounts on its public service obligation routes for certain groups. The percentages indicated are those established by current regulations and are applied to the base fare before taxes.
Percentages may vary by route, season and seat availability. All discounts require the corresponding supporting documentation at boarding. Verify exact conditions at the time of booking on iloveferry.com.
Trasmediterránea mainly operates overnight routes lasting 6 to 17 hours, so the choice of accommodation is particularly important. For crossings to the Balearic Islands (~8h) and North Africa (~8–17h) booking a cabin is recommended to arrive rested at your destination.
Prices vary by season, how far in advance you book and vessel occupancy. The lowest fares are obtained by booking in advance during the low season (autumn–winter). In summer and Easter, cabin spaces sell out weeks in advance, especially on routes to Ibiza and Mallorca.
Each passenger may bring hand luggage to the passenger lounge and a standard-size suitcase at no extra charge. Bulky luggage can be stored in the hold or in the vehicle boot — though there is no access to the vehicle deck during the crossing. On vessels with a luggage porter service (long Balearic and North African routes) luggage can be handed in at boarding for transfer to the cabin. Take to your cabin or lounge everything you may need during the night: medicines, documents and personal items.
Trasmediterránea accepts cars, motorbikes, motorhomes, caravans, vans and industrial vehicles on all its ro-pax routes. When booking you must provide the exact dimensions of your vehicle (length, height and width) to guarantee your vehicle-deck space. Drivers must arrive at the port at least 60 minutes before departure on Balearic routes, and at least 90 minutes before departure on routes to Ceuta, Melilla and North Africa due to customs procedures. The vehicle deck remains closed throughout the crossing. Motorbikes must be secured with straps or lashings at boarding.
Pets travel in designated areas: an air-conditioned indoor kennel (available on equipped vessels) or the outdoor deck. Some vessels have pet-friendly cabins. Required documentation: European pet passport with implanted microchip and valid rabies vaccination. Dogs must be on a lead outside the kennel; potentially dangerous breeds also require an approved muzzle. Pets are not allowed in indoor common areas. It is recommended to book the pet space when making the main reservation, as designated areas have limited capacity.
On international routes to Ceuta, Melilla, Morocco and Algeria you must carry a valid passport or national ID card and meet the customs requirements of your destination country. For pets on routes to Morocco or Algeria, check the specific current veterinary requirements before boarding. In peak season (summer, Easter, Operation Crossing of the Strait) book in advance: cabin and vehicle-deck spaces sell out weeks ahead.
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