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Barcelona to Formentera Ferry: Trip with a Stop in Ibiza
With Balearia, Trasmed · 6 to 7 weekly departures · 11:30 hours
There is no direct ship from Barcelona to Formentera: the ferry journey goes through Ibiza. First you take the overnight crossing Barcelona to Ibiza, then a short ferry leg to La Savina, the only port in Formentera.
Baleà ria includes Formentera among its destinations from Barcelona. If you book on your own, the first leg is run by Baleà ria or Trasmed and the second by Baleà ria or Trasmapi.
If you take a car, in summer you need a Formentera permit and, in transit through Ibiza, a separate procedure with no fee.
Residents of the Balearic Islands get a 75% discount on the passenger fare, but not on the car.
Barcelona to Formentera ferry timetable
The journey has two legs and the two timetables have to fit together:
- Barcelona to Ibiza: overnight crossing, arriving in Ibiza in the morning. See the details at Barcelona to Ibiza ferry.
- Ibiza to Formentera: a short leg, with daytime sailings. See Ibiza to Formentera ferry.
If you search for Barcelona to Formentera, the search tool shows you the combinations it finds. Check that the arrival in Ibiza leaves enough time for the next ship.
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Indicative schedules and subject to variation by the ferry company for operational reasons without prior notice.
Who runs each leg of the trip to Formentera
| Leg | Shipping companies |
|---|---|
| Barcelona to Ibiza (overnight) | Baleà ria and Trasmed |
| Ibiza to Formentera (short) | Baleà ria and Trasmapi |
Baleà ria includes Formentera among its destinations from Barcelona; if you combine shipping companies, the two tickets are independent and, if you miss the ship because of a delay, the second one is not changed automatically. Trasmapi takes cars and sails without cabins, because the leg is short.
Barcelona to Formentera ferry price
The price shown above is the lowest recent one for an adult without a car, with its date. It is the sum of the two legs. The overnight one weighs most, and within it, the cabin and the car. The Ibiza to Formentera leg is short and costs much less, but goes up with a car.
Trasmed mentions a 20% promotion on the Barcelona to Ibiza to Formentera combination, subject to change. Check it when you search.
Balearic resident discount
If you live in the Balearic Islands you get a 75% discount on the Baleà ria passenger ticket between Barcelona and the Balearic Islands. It does not apply to the car. On the Ibiza to Formentera leg, Formentera residents get 89%.
- Say that you are a resident in the search tool at iloveferry.com/ferris and bring your ID card or NIE with a residence certificate.
- If anyone on the booking is not a resident, make separate bookings.
- More in Balearic resident discount.
Large family discount
A 20% discount for the general category and 50% for the special category on the passenger fare, with a valid Spanish certificate, on domestic routes. It does not apply to the car. Check whether the discount applies to both legs. More in ferry with large family discount.
Barcelona to Formentera ferry with a car
Taking a car to Formentera from Barcelona means going through two different regulations in summer:
- Formentera: from 1 June to 30 September, vehicle entry is limited and you need a permit at formentera.eco.
- Ibiza: if the car passes through Ibiza on those dates, transit to or from Formentera has its own procedure at ibizacircular.es, with no fee.
The simplest alternative is to leave the car on the mainland and hire one in Formentera: there are rental companies at La Savina. With Baleà ria you can book the rental together with the ferry, for the day of arrival.
If you take a car, on the Ibiza to Formentera leg Baleà ria asks you to arrive at least 30 minutes before. Motorbikes up to 125 cc board free on Ibiza to Formentera, and you must say so when you book.
Barcelona to Formentera ferry with a dog
Each leg has its own rules. On the overnight ferry, Baleà ria offers pet-friendly seats and cabins and calm kennels; Trasmed accepts pets in an adapted cabin, a seat (under 8 kg, in a carrier) or kennels. On the Ibiza to Formentera leg, Trasmapi accepts pets on a lead or in a carrier, with a microchip and vaccinations. It can never stay in the car. More in travelling by ferry with a dog.
Ports of Barcelona and Formentera (La Savina)
Port of Barcelona
Port of Formentera
How to get to the port of Barcelona
Baleà ria boards foot passengers at the North Terminal, next to the World Trade Center, and cars for Formentera use an adjoining quay that is confirmed hours beforehand. Trasmed boards at the San Beltrán quay. There are metro, taxi and shuttle bus options. With a car, check the Low Emission Zone.
Arriving in La Savina, the only port in Formentera
All ships arrive at La Savina, the only port in Formentera. From there you have public buses and car, motorbike and bicycle hire companies. In season, book your rental in advance.
Changing ships in Ibiza
The ship from Barcelona arrives in Ibiza and the one to Formentera leaves from the port of Ibiza town. Check your ticket for the quay of each ship: it is not always the same. Leave time between arrivals and departures, especially with a car, and do not count on a ship waiting for you. If you are on foot, Baleà ria asks you to arrive 15 minutes before on Ibiza to Formentera.
Documents for boarding
Domestic route: valid ID card, NIE or passport. With a discount, a residence certificate or large family certificate. With a car, the vehicle registration document and insurance, and the Formentera and Ibiza authorisations, if you need them.
I Love Ferry tips for Barcelona to Formentera
- Ask whether it comes as a single ticket. In the search tool, check whether you see the whole journey; if not, book the legs separately.
- Leave time in Ibiza. A delay on the overnight ferry can leave you without the ship to Formentera.
- With a car, look at both permits. Formentera.eco and transit through Ibiza in summer.
- Rent in Formentera. For a short stay it is simpler than taking your car.
- If you are unsure which way to go, look at Denia. Denia to Formentera also goes via Ibiza, with Baleà ria, and avoids the night on a ship from Barcelona.
Booking the trip to Formentera with I Love Ferry
- You search by origin and destination and see the available combinations.
- You enter your car, pets and resident status.
- The I Love Ferry team, in Jávea, looks after you.
Other ways to get to Formentera by ferry
- Denia to Formentera ferry: with a stop in Ibiza, with Baleà ria, from the Alicante coast.
- Ibiza to Formentera ferry: the short leg, if you are already in Ibiza.
- Barcelona to Ibiza ferry: the overnight leg.
- Valencia to Formentera ferry: from Valencia, also via Ibiza.
Frequently asked questions about the Barcelona to Formentera ferry (La Savina)
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See all the frequently asked questions >>Is there a direct ferry from Barcelona to Formentera?
No. The journey goes through Ibiza: an overnight crossing to Ibiza and a short leg to La Savina, the only port in Formentera.
How long does the ferry journey from Barcelona to Formentera take?
A night on the ship to Ibiza plus a short leg to Formentera, and whatever time there is between the two ships. You can see the total by adding up the sailings in the timetable.
Which shipping companies run Barcelona to Formentera?
Baleà ria includes Formentera among its destinations from Barcelona. If you combine shipping companies, the Barcelona to Ibiza leg is run by Baleà ria or Trasmed, and the Ibiza to Formentera leg by Baleà ria or Trasmapi.
Can I go to Formentera with a car from Barcelona?
Yes, but in summer you need a Formentera permit (formentera.eco) and a transit procedure through Ibiza, with no fee. Many travellers prefer to rent at La Savina.
When is a car permit needed in Formentera?
From 1 June to 30 September. It is requested at formentera.eco. Renting a car or motorbike on the island avoids the procedure.
How much time do I need between arriving in Ibiza and the ship to Formentera?
Enough to change quay and board: Baleà ria asks you to arrive 15 minutes before on foot and 30 with a car on Ibiza to Formentera. Leave extra time in case the overnight ferry is delayed.
Do Balearic residents get a discount?
Yes, 75% on the Baleà ria passenger fare, but not on the car. On the Ibiza to Formentera leg, Formentera residents get 89%.
Can I travel with a dog?
Yes. On the overnight ferry, Baleà ria offers a pet-friendly seat and cabin; Trasmed, an adapted cabin, a seat or kennels. On Ibiza to Formentera, Trasmapi accepts pets on a lead or in a carrier.
What happens if I miss the ship to Formentera because of a delay?
If the two legs are separate tickets, the second is not changed automatically: contact the shipping company of the second leg. That is why it is wise to leave time or to book a single combined ticket when one exists.
Is it better to go to Formentera from Denia?
If you leave from the Alicante coast, Denia is closer: you also arrive with a stop in Ibiza, with Baleà ria. From Barcelona, the ferry route goes through Ibiza.
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