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El Hierro to Tenerife Ferry: The Only Port Is Los Cristianos
With Fred Olsen
The ferry from El Hierro to Tenerife leaves from the port of Valverde and always arrives at Los Cristianos, in the south of Tenerife. It is run by Fred Olsen Express and Baleà ria Canarias, with daily sailings.
There is no ferry from El Hierro to Santa Cruz de Tenerife. If you are going to the capital, the north or another island, the journey continues by land or on another ship from Los Cristianos.
Canary Islands residents get 75% on the passenger ticket.
El Hierro Tenerife ferry timetable
Choose your date and you will see the departures from Valverde with their ferry company and times. The arrival port is always Los Cristianos.
To plan the outbound trip, see the Tenerife El Hierro ferry.
There are no departures scheduled on this route in the coming days. You can travel on these routes:
Indicative schedules and subject to variation by the ferry company for operational reasons without prior notice.
How long does the ferry from El Hierro to Tenerife take?
A little over two hours to Los Cristianos. The exact duration of each departure appears in the timetable. If you continue to Santa Cruz by road, add a little over an hour.
Who runs the ferry from El Hierro to Tenerife
Two ferry companies reach El Hierro from Tenerife: Fred Olsen Express and Baleà ria Canarias. Both leave from Los Cristianos and arrive at Valverde.
Neither has a route from Santa Cruz de Tenerife to El Hierro. El Hierro has only one passenger port, in Valverde, at La Estaca.
Baleà ria Canarias's line on this route came from the former Naviera Armas (now operated by Baleà ria) and is now run by Baleà ria Canarias.
El Hierro Tenerife ferry price
The price above is the recent minimum for a non-resident adult without a vehicle. If you continue by land, add the cost of getting from Los Cristianos to your destination.
Canary Islands resident discount: El Hierro to Tenerife
Canary Islands residents get 75% on the inter-island passenger ticket, with both ferry companies. It does not apply to the vehicle, the pet or extras.
You can work out your resident price directly on I Love Ferry, at iloveferry.com/ferris, by switching on "Resident in the Canary Islands?" in the results search; the 75% applies only to the passenger fare.
Tick it when you search and bring your DNI or NIE. Baleà ria and Fred Olsen check residence online and, if they cannot, ask for a certificate of residence. More in Canary Islands resident discount.
El Hierro Tenerife ferry with a car
If you take a car to Tenerife, you disembark in the south and have about 75 km to Santa Cruz on the TF-1. Without a car, consider renting one in Tenerife or taking the Ferry Bus to Santa Cruz if your ticket allows it.
A rental vehicle can board only if the company allows it. A vehicle without a passenger is treated as cargo.
Ports of El Hierro (Valverde) and Tenerife (Los Cristianos)
Port of El Hierro
Port of Los Cristianos
How to get to the port of Valverde, in El Hierro
The ship leaves from La Estaca, in Valverde, the island's only passenger port on this route. If you are staying elsewhere on El Hierro, allow for the road time to the port and arrive at boarding with time to spare.
With a car, declare its dimensions and registration number correctly.
Port of Los Cristianos: what is there and how to continue
Los Cristianos is in Arona, in the south of Tenerife, and close to Tenerife South airport. It is also the departure port for La Gomera and La Palma.
For Santa Cruz de Tenerife and the north, it is about 75 km along the TF-1. Fred Olsen has a Ferry Bus between Santa Cruz and Los Cristianos; Baleà ria's is designed for combined tickets with La Gomera and La Palma. Neither accepts pets.
How to continue your journey from Los Cristianos
- To Tenerife South airport: it is close to the port.
- To Santa Cruz de Tenerife and the north: about 75 km along the TF-1, in your own or a rental car, or by Ferry Bus if your ticket allows it.
- To La Gomera or La Palma: ships from Los Cristianos.
- To Gran Canaria: you go via Santa Cruz de Tenerife, because Los Cristianos has no ship to that island.
Documents for going from El Hierro to Tenerife
A valid DNI, NIE or passport for each adult passenger. Fred Olsen does not use a paper boarding pass; with Baleà ria, tickets are in the app and in the email.
With a car, vehicle registration document, technical data sheet and insurance. With a discount, the document that proves it. With a pet, its health documents.
I Love Ferry tips for the El Hierro Tenerife ferry
- Book thinking about where you end up. The ship drops you in the south: Santa Cruz and the north are more than an hour away by land.
- If you connect to another island, leave time in Los Cristianos between one ship and the next; the ferry companies do not guarantee connections.
- In strong wind, sailings may change ship, time or date. We put your mobile and email on the booking so they can let you know.
- Residents: bring your DNI or NIE when boarding; verification is usually automatic.
Ferry routes between El Hierro and Tenerife
| Departure port | Arrival port | Ferry company | Page |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Cristianos | El Hierro | Fred Olsen Express | Los Cristianos El Hierro ferry |
| El Hierro | Los Cristianos | Fred Olsen Express | El Hierro Los Cristianos ferry |
Other routes from El Hierro and Tenerife
- El Hierro Los Cristianos ferry: the same route, with the ports.
- Valverde Tenerife ferry: with the name of the port.
- Gran Canaria El Hierro ferry: with a connection in Tenerife.
Frequently asked questions about the El Hierro (Valverde) Tenerife (Los Cristianos) ferry
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See all the frequently asked questions >>Which port in Tenerife does the ferry from El Hierro arrive at?
The port of Los Cristianos, in the south of the island. There is no ferry to Santa Cruz de Tenerife.
Which ferry companies run the El Hierro Tenerife ferry?
Fred Olsen Express and Baleà ria Canarias, with daily sailings from Valverde.
How long does the ferry from El Hierro to Tenerife take?
A little over two hours to Los Cristianos. The timetable on this page gives the duration of each departure.
How do I get from Los Cristianos to Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
Along the TF-1, about 75 km and a little over an hour, by car or by the ferry company's Ferry Bus if your ticket allows it.
Is there a ferry from El Hierro to Gran Canaria?
There is no confirmed direct ship. You reach Tenerife and cross to Gran Canaria from Santa Cruz.
Can I take a car from El Hierro to Tenerife?
Yes, with both ferry companies. The vehicle is stated when booking and its price is added to the driver's ticket.
What discount do Canary Islands residents get?
75% of the passenger ticket. It does not apply to the vehicle, the pet or extras.
What happens if the El Hierro ferry changes because of wind?
Write to us with your booking reference. The ferry company may change the timetable or ship because of the weather and will let you know by mobile and by the email on the booking. What you are entitled to (relocation to another sailing or a refund, depending on the case) depends on the ferry company and the terms of its contract; there is no guaranteed additional compensation if the sea prevents safe sailing.
Can I travel with a dog from El Hierro to Tenerife?
Yes, with the pet on the booking. The Ferry Bus from Santa Cruz to Los Cristianos does not accept pets.
What is the port of El Hierro?
The one in Valverde, at La Estaca, the only passenger port on this route.
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