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La Palma to Gran Canaria Ferry: Combined Return Journey via Tenerife
With Balearia
There is no direct ferry from La Palma to Gran Canaria. You go via Tenerife: Santa Cruz de La Palma to Los Cristianos, Ferry Bus or car to Santa Cruz de Tenerife and ship to Las Palmas or Agaete.
Baleà ria Canarias offers the last leg to Las Palmas and Fred Olsen Express to Agaete. Between Santa Cruz and Los Cristianos there is a free Ferry Bus from each ferry company.
It is a long day: check when the last ship from Santa Cruz to Gran Canaria leaves before choosing your departure from La Palma.
La Palma Gran Canaria ferry timetable
There is no direct ship between Gran Canaria and La Palma: you go via Tenerife. You can see the timetables for each leg on their pages.
First, the ship from Santa Cruz de La Palma to Los Cristianos; then the transfer to Santa Cruz de Tenerife; and finally the ship from Santa Cruz to Las Palmas. Baleà ria Canarias offers it as a combined journey with two tickets. For the long leg, look at the waiting time between ships.
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 it take to get from La Palma (Santa Cruz de La Palma) to Gran Canaria?
Count on a full day: it is two ships, the transfer in Tenerife and the waits. Baleà ria gives 8 h 45 min of travel time for the combined journey (door to door, including the transfer). Whether or not a return trip in a single day is possible:.
Who runs the La Palma Gran Canaria journey
Between Gran Canaria and La Palma there is no direct line in any ferry company's data. The journey is made up of legs:
- Baleà ria Canarias sells it as a combined journey: Las Palmas with Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Ferry Bus or car to Los Cristianos, and Los Cristianos with Santa Cruz de La Palma. They are two independent bookings; Baleà ria gives 8 h 45 min of travel time, door to door and including the transfer.
- Fred Olsen Express runs Agaete with Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Los Cristianos with Santa Cruz de La Palma, with its Ferry Bus between Santa Cruz and Los Cristianos for those travelling in transit.
- Baleà ria does not use Agaete and Fred Olsen does not sail from Las Palmas to Tenerife: choose the port according to the ferry company.
La Palma Gran Canaria ferry price
The price you see above is the lowest recent fare for one leg, not for the whole journey. The total is the sum of the two tickets: Gran Canaria with Santa Cruz and Los Cristianos with La Palma.
If you travel without a car, the free Ferry Bus between Santa Cruz and Los Cristianos saves you the transfer; with a car, the TF-1 means a few more kilometres of fuel.
Resident discount on the La Palma Gran Canaria ferry
With Baleà ria, Canary Islands residents save 75% on the passenger ticket. What does not go down: the car, the pet and extras.
You can calculate your resident price directly on I Love Ferry, at iloveferry.com/ferris, by turning on the "Resident in the Canary Islands?" switch in the results search; the 75% applies only to the passenger fare.
- If you are a foreign resident, verification depends on your document (NIE, EU citizen's family member card or long-term card); if it does not validate automatically, bring the certificate of residence.
- All the details, in Canary Islands resident discount.
Large family discount La Palma Gran Canaria
General large family: 20%. Special: 50%. It applies to the passenger ticket and is added to the Canary Islands resident discount, according to both ferry companies. Bring your valid card. Guide: ferry with a large family discount.
La Palma Gran Canaria ferry with a car
Taking a car is possible with both ferry companies, but check that it is accepted on every leg: they are different tickets. Between Santa Cruz and Los Cristianos you drive yourself, a good hour on the TF-1.
In La Palma a car is almost essential to see the island. If you are not taking one, rent on arrival.
La Palma Gran Canaria ferry with a dog
With a pet, the combined journey needs care: the Ferry Bus between Santa Cruz and Los Cristianos does not accept pets with either ferry company. Move the dog yourself, by car, taxi or bus.
On the ships: Pet&You, Pet Friendly seat and calm kennels with Baleà ria; Pet Carrier, Pet Room and Pet Sofa with Fred Olsen. More in travelling by ferry with a dog.
On board on each leg
The ships from Los Cristianos to La Palma are fast ferries, with standard and upper seats and a cafeteria. Between Gran Canaria and Tenerife you also travel in a seat, with lounges. There are no cabins on this combination.
Ports of La Palma (Santa Cruz de La Palma) and Gran Canaria
Port of La Palma
Port of Las Palmas de G.C.
Departure from Santa Cruz de La Palma
The port of Santa Cruz de La Palma is the capital's port. The ferry to Los Cristianos leaves from there, which is the first leg of the return. Arrive with time to spare: both ferry companies close boarding before departure.
Arriving in Las Palmas
The last ship arrives at Las Palmas (La Luz). On some departures there is a free Baleà ria Ferry Bus to the Puerto Foundation Office. From there, bus or taxi.
How to connect the two ships in Tenerife
Santa Cruz and Los Cristianos are on opposite sides of Tenerife. Without a car, the free Ferry Bus from Baleà ria or Fred Olsen links them; you have to add it when buying and seats are limited. Fred Olsen asks you to book it at least 48 hours ahead and, if you arrive late, it moves you to the next journey. With a car, you drive yourself on the TF-1.
Documents for travelling La Palma Gran Canaria
Valid identity document (DNI, NIE or passport) for each passenger and each ticket. With a car, the vehicle registration document and insurance. As the tickets are separate, bring the booking reference for each leg.
I Love Ferry tips for the La Palma Gran Canaria journey
- Look at the last ship first. The last departure from Santa Cruz to Gran Canaria sets how late you can leave La Palma.
- Free breakfast. Baleà ria has announced a free breakfast campaign on La Palma to Los Cristianos; check whether it is active.
- Ferry Bus. On Baleà ria's combined journey, it runs via Santa Cruz and Los Cristianos with limited seats, no pets.
- With a car, TF-1. A good hour on the road between Los Cristianos and Santa Cruz.
- Hand luggage. There will be a change of ship; keep what you need with you.
Why plan the La Palma Gran Canaria journey with I Love Ferry
- You see each leg with its ferry company and timetable.
- We apply resident and large family discounts on each ticket.
- Ferry company price and original booking reference.
- If a leg changes, we help you rebuild the connection.
Legs of the La Palma Gran Canaria journey
| Leg | Departure port | Arrival port | Ferry company | Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santa Cruz de La Palma | Los Cristianos | Fred Olsen Express or Baleà ria Canarias | La Palma Tenerife ferry |
| 2 | Los Cristianos | Santa Cruz de Tenerife | Free Ferry Bus or car (TF-1) | Not a ferry |
| 3 | Santa Cruz de Tenerife | Las Palmas or Agaete | Baleà ria Canarias or Fred Olsen Express | Santa Cruz de Tenerife Gran Canaria ferry |
| By port | Agaete - La Palma | No confirmed direct line (in stages) | Agaete La Palma ferry | |
| By port | La Palma - Agaete | No confirmed direct line (in stages) | La Palma Agaete ferry |
Alternatives for getting to La Palma
- In stages: Gran Canaria Tenerife and Tenerife La Palma.
- Other pages for this journey: Gran Canaria La Palma, Agaete La Palma and the opposite direction.
- Another neighbouring island by the same route: Gran Canaria La Gomera.
Frequently asked questions about the La Palma (Santa Cruz de La Palma) Gran Canaria ferry
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See all the frequently asked questions >>Is there a direct ferry from La Palma to Gran Canaria?
No: you go via Tenerife.
How do I get from La Palma to Gran Canaria by ship?
From Santa Cruz de La Palma to Los Cristianos, from there to Santa Cruz de Tenerife (Ferry Bus or car) and from Santa Cruz to Las Palmas or Agaete.
How long does it take from La Palma to Gran Canaria?
A long day: Baleà ria gives 8 h 45 min of travel time for the combined journey (door to door, including the transfer), plus the waits.
Which ferry company runs La Palma Gran Canaria?
Baleà ria Canarias sells it as a combined journey and Fred Olsen covers the leg to Agaete; neither is direct.
What happens if the first ship arrives late at Los Cristianos?
Fred Olsen's Ferry Bus moves you to the next journey; on separate tickets there is no guarantee, so leave a margin.
Can I take a car?
Yes, as long as you check it is accepted on both ships.
Can I travel with a dog?
Yes on the ships, with pet accommodation; not on the Ferry Bus, so you have to move it yourself between Los Cristianos and Santa Cruz.
What discount do Canary Islands residents get?
75% on the passenger fare for each leg.
When is the journey in one day not worth it?
If you want to come back the same day, it is very tight: it is two ships and a transfer; check the outward and return timetables before deciding.
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