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Palma to Ibiza Ferry: Fast or Conventional, with Car and Residents
With Balearia, Trasmed · 6 to 11 weekly departures · 2:15 hours - 4:15 hours
To get from Palma to Ibiza by ferry you can choose Baleà ria, with a fast ferry and a conventional ferry, or Trasmed, with a conventional ferry. They leave the port of Palma and arrive at the port of Ibiza, next to Dalt Vila.
The key difference is the type of ship: the fast one saves hours and allows a day trip; the conventional one is slower, but cheaper and has cabins.
With a car, if you are not a resident of the Balearic Islands, you need the Ibiza authorisation between 1 June and 30 September. Residents get a 75% discount on the passenger fare, not on the car.
Palma to Ibiza ferry timetable
Below you see the departures for the date you choose, with ferry company, type of ship and times. In practice there are two types of departure: fast ferry sailings, from Baleà ria, which leave more time at your destination, and conventional ferry sailings, which are slower.
If you want to go and come back in a day
It is only reasonable with a fast ferry and choosing a morning departure and an afternoon return. Compare the arrival and return times before paying: with the conventional ferry, the day in Ibiza is too short.
From Ibiza to Palma
The return, with its timetables, is on the Ibiza Palma ferry page.
Indicative schedules and subject to variation by the ferry company for operational reasons without prior notice.
How long does the ferry from Palma to Ibiza take?
It depends on the ship: the fast one takes considerably less than the conventional one. You can see the exact duration of each departure in the timetable. In bad weather, crossings can take a little longer.
There is no sailing that takes exactly two hours: there are manoeuvres entering and leaving port. If you are in a hurry, compare the arrival times, not the ship label.
Who runs the Palma Ibiza ferry: Baleà ria and Trasmed
- Baleà ria: fast ferry and conventional ferry. The fast one is smaller: lobby, standard, upper or VIP seat, cafeteria, shop and children's area. The ferry adds cabins and a restaurant. Baleà ria Club points.
- Trasmed (Trasmed GLE, part of the Grimaldi group): conventional ferry, luggage with no weight limit, discount for Balearic residents. Changing the ticket at the port has a cost.
The fast ferry is only Baleà ria's; if you want it, filter by ferry company in the timetable.
Palma to Ibiza ferry price
The price shown above is the lowest recent fare for an adult without a car. On this route it changes mainly with the type of ship: the fast one usually costs more than the conventional one.
- Fast or conventional ferry: the fast one usually costs more.
- The ferry company: with a car, compare the two; the difference can be notable.
- The date: July and August are dearer, and so are weekends.
- Resident: the 75% off the passenger fare completely changes the ticket.
Balearic resident discount: Palma Ibiza ferry
If you live in the Balearic Islands, you get a 75% discount on the passenger ticket. It does not apply to the car, the pet or additional services such as internet or meals.
- Say you are a resident in the search on iloveferry.com/ferris. If someone who is not a resident is travelling, make separate bookings.
- Bring your DNI or NIE and a valid certificate of residence.
- With Baleà ria it can be combined with the Carné Joven (youth card) and the over-60s discount.
- More information in Balearic resident discount.
Large family discount on the Palma Ibiza ferry
The large family title gives 20% (general) or 50% (special) off the passenger fare, not the car. Each traveller needs their original valid individual title or card, and their identity document.
With Baleà ria, if it is your first trip with the title or more than six months have passed, you collect the boarding passes at the ticket office. Guide: ferry with large family discount.
Palma to Ibiza ferry with a car
Baleà ria and Trasmed take cars, motorbikes and vans. When searching, state the type, make and model: the price depends on the dimensions and at boarding it must match what you booked. With Baleà ria, both the fast ferry and the ferry take vehicles.
Car authorisation in Ibiza in summer
Between 1 June and 30 September, the Consell d'Eivissa limits the circulation of cars on the island and requires prior authorisation for non-residents' cars. It is processed online at ibizacircular.es and the control is by number plate reading, so the details must be correct.
If you live in Mallorca, you pay no fee and are exempt from the quota, but processing it at ibizacircular.es may still be necessary: Baleà ria says it is. With a return ticket with Baleà ria, the ferry company itself processes the authorisation and covers the fee. Motorbikes do not need authorisation.
Palma to Ibiza ferry with a dog
- Baleà ria: pet-friendly seat for pets of up to 8 kg in a carrier (one per passenger), calm kennel or pet-friendly cabin. Dangerous dogs travel on a lead and muzzled.
- Trasmed: adapted cabins, seat (under 8 kg, in a carrier) and kennels.
A dog of more than 8 kg on Baleà ria's fast ferry goes in a calm kennel, on deck or in the garage, and cannot be with you during the crossing. More in travelling by ferry with a dog.
On board: seat, cabin and luggage
Abel Matutes · Balearia
Seats
Sirena seat
Standard seat
The cheapest option for the night. Bring an eye mask and something warm.
Neptuno seat
More comfortable seat
Wider reclining seat, to sleep better without paying for a cabin.
Cabins
Interior cabin
Up to 4 people
Bunk beds, private bathroom, blankets and towels.
Sea-view cabin
Up to 4 people
Window onto the sea, private bathroom, blankets and towels.
Eleanor Roosevelt · Balearia
Seats
Sirena seat
Standard seat
The cheapest option and the one most people choose.
VIP seat
Reserved lounge
Reclining seat with footrest, drink and snack included.
Neptuno seat
Executive Lounge
Quiet zone for over-18s, no pets.
Private lounges
Mar Lounge
Up to 6 people
A space just for your group, with catering, minibar, lounge attendant, internet, TV and priority disembarkation.
Terraza Lounge
Up to 8 people
Like the Mar Lounge, with more room for groups and families.
Ports of Palma (Mallorca) and Ibiza
Port of Palma de Mallorca
Port of Ibiza
How to get to the port of Palma
The port of Palma is next to the centre, so you can go on foot or by city bus from many points in the city. The two ferry companies' terminals are on different quays of the port: check on your ticket which one is yours.
With Baleà ria, you are advised to arrive about 90 minutes early with a vehicle and 60 without. With the digital card you go in without stopping at the ticket office.
Arriving in Ibiza: the port
The ferry arrives at the port of Ibiza, next to Dalt Vila and a few kilometres from the airport. There is a bus and taxis, and opposite the maritime station there is free parking.
If you are going to Ibiza with a car, check the authorisation before boarding: the control is by number plate.
Documents for the Palma Ibiza ferry
Domestic route: original, valid DNI, NIE or passport. Children under 14 without a document travel with the family record book or a Civil Registry certificate and always with a parent or guardian. If you have a discount, bring the supporting document.
Tips for the Palma Ibiza ferry
- If you are going for the day, choose the fast ferry and confirm that the return leaves Ibiza the same day with a margin.
- If you live in Mallorca, go and return with Baleà ria: the return ticket simplifies the trip and, with a car, the ferry company processes the authorisation.
- Check which quay is yours in Palma: the terminals differ by ferry company.
- Check in with Baleà ria from 72 hours before to have the digital cards.
- If it is cancelled because of the sea, Baleà ria offers you a change of time or port, or a refund; give a mobile number when booking so they can alert you.
Why book the Palma Ibiza ferry with I Love Ferry
- You see the fast ferry and the conventional ferry, and both ferry companies, in the same search.
- You mark resident, car, pet and ages and the search adjusts the fares for you.
- You book at the ferry company's price and receive its booking reference.
- If anything changes, the I Love Ferry team, in Jávea, Alicante, Spain, looks after you.
Other ways to get to Ibiza from Mallorca
- Mallorca Ibiza ferry: all the options from the island.
- Ibiza Palma ferry: the return on this route.
- Palma Formentera ferry: via Ibiza.
- Barcelona Ibiza ferry and Valencia Ibiza: from the mainland.
Frequently asked questions about the Palma (Mallorca) Ibiza ferry
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See all the frequently asked questions >>Which ferry companies run the Palma Ibiza ferry?
Baleà ria, with a fast ferry and a conventional ferry, and Trasmed, with a conventional ferry. The timetable shows which ferry company runs each departure.
How long does the ferry from Palma to Ibiza take?
It depends on the ship: the fast one takes considerably less than the conventional one. The exact duration of each departure appears in the timetable on this page.
Is there a fast ferry from Palma to Ibiza?
Yes, only with Baleà ria. Trasmed runs the route with a conventional ferry. Filter by ferry company in the timetable if you want the fast one.
Can you go to Ibiza and back in a day from Palma?
Yes, but only with a fast ferry and choosing a morning outward and afternoon return. With the conventional ferry the time in Ibiza is very short.
Can I take a car from Palma to Ibiza?
Yes, with Baleà ria and with Trasmed. If you are not a resident of the Balearic Islands, you need authorisation from the Consell d'Eivissa between 1 June and 30 September.
Does a Mallorca resident need authorisation to take a car to Ibiza?
They pay no fee and are exempt from the quota, but Baleà ria says they must process it at ibizacircular.es. With a return ticket with Baleà ria, the ferry company processes it.
Do Balearic residents get a discount on the Palma Ibiza ferry?
Yes, 75% on the passenger ticket, not on the car or the pet. All passengers on the booking must be residents. Bring your DNI or NIE and certificate of residence.
Which port do I use in Palma?
It depends on the ferry company: Baleà ria and Trasmed use different terminals within the port of Palma. Your ticket shows yours. Arrive early if you have a car.
Can I travel with a dog from Palma to Ibiza?
Yes. With Baleà ria, a dog of up to 8 kg goes with you in a pet-friendly seat; if it weighs more, in a calm kennel or pet-friendly cabin. With Trasmed, adapted cabins, seat (under 8 kg, in a carrier) and kennels.
What do I do if the ferry is cancelled because of bad weather?
Baleà ria offers a change of time or port, or a free change or full refund if there is no alternative. Write to us with your booking reference and we will help you sort it out.
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Ships Palma de Mallorca – Ibiza
Eleanor Roosevelt
⚓ The Eleanor Roosevelt is the world's first fast ferry powered by dual-fuel engines running on liquefied natural gas (LNG), and the longest high-speed catamaran in the world in her class. Operated by Baleà ria, she covers her main route, D...
Kerry
⚓ The Kerry is a passenger and vehicle ferry operated by Baleà ria on the Algeciras–Ceuta route, across one of the busiest stretches of water in the world. With room for more than 1,400 passengers and a crossing completed in barely 35–40 mi...
Ciudad de Barcelona
⚓ The Ciudad de Barcelona is one of the largest ferries in the Trasmed fleet, with room for 1,500 passengers and 300 vehicles. She works the Barcelona–Mahón route, the most direct overnight link between Barcelona and the Menorcan capital....
Ciudad de Granada
âš“ The Ciudad de Granada is one of the mainstay ferries on the links between mainland Spain and Melilla, operated by Trasmed. She covers the AlmerÃa–Melilla and Motril–Melilla routes, two of the most important sea connections between southe...
Ramón Llull
⚓ The Ramón Llull is one of the most versatile fast ferries in the Baleà ria fleet, able to cover a whole range of western Mediterranean routes at a service speed of up to 36 knots. She works mainly between Barcelona and Palma de Mallorca,...
MartÃn i Soler
âš“ The MartÃn i Soler is a cruise ferry operated by Baleà ria with room for 1,164 passengers and 540 lane metres of vehicles. Built at the Galician yard Hijos de J. Barreras and winner of a Shippax Award for best interior design, she stands...
Ciudad de Soller
The Ciudad de Sóller is a ro-pax ferry operated by Trasmed that sails overnight between the Spanish mainland and Mallorca. Her usual route is Valencia–Palma de Mallorca (around 8 hours) and, depending on the operator's schedule, she can als...
Ciudad de Palma
⚓ The Ciudad de Palma is one of the best-equipped ferries in the Trasmed fleet, built for the overnight links between mainland Spain and Palma de Mallorca. She mainly works the Barcelona–Palma and Valencia–Palma routes, the two busiest con...
Abel Matutes
⚓ The Abel Matutes is one of the largest and best-equipped conventional ferries in the Baleà ria fleet, able to carry up to 2,500 passengers and 600 vehicles. She works mainly on the routes between the Iberian Peninsula and the Balearic Isl...
Bahama Mama
⚓ The Bahama Mama is a ro-pax ferry in the Baleà ria fleet that works mainly in the Strait of Gibraltar, on the routes between Algeciras and Ceuta. With room for more than 800 passengers and vehicles on the car deck, she is one of the best-...
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