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Menorca to Barcelona Ferry: Ciutadella, Mahón, Baleà ria, GNV, Trasmed
With Balearia · 14 to 26 weekly departures · 3:30 hours - 9 hours
To get from Menorca to Barcelona by ferry there are two routes depending on the port of departure. From Ciutadella, in the west of the island, Baleà ria sails, with a fast ferry and a conventional ferry. From Mahón, in the east, GNV and Trasmed sail, with overnight ships.
Choosing the port is the first decision: Ciutadella and Mahón are about 45 km apart and a ticket for one port is not valid at the other. Choose the one closest to your accommodation or your home.
Residents of the Balearic Islands get a 75% discount on the passenger ticket, not on the car. You can travel on foot, with a car or with a dog.
Each route has its own page, with timetables, the ferry company's conditions and tips for the port.
Menorca to Barcelona ferry timetable
Below you have the departures for the date you choose, from both ports. The important thing: the timetables for Ciutadella and Mahón are different because they are different ships and ferry companies.
- Ciutadella (Baleà ria): there is a fast ferry of a few hours and an overnight conventional ferry, depending on the day.
- Mahón (GNV and Trasmed): conventional ships; the crossing is overnight and you arrive in the morning.
In summer there are more departures, and in winter fewer. If your trip has a fixed date, look first at the day you want and leave the port for later.
Indicative schedules and subject to variation by the ferry company for operational reasons without prior notice.
Menorca to Barcelona ferry companies: Baleà ria, GNV and Trasmed
Three ferry companies link Menorca with Barcelona, and each has its own port:
- Baleà ria sails from Ciutadella. It has a fast ferry and a conventional ferry, online check-in and the Baleà ria Club points programme.
- GNV sails from Mahón, with overnight ferries with cabins and a cabin for pets (limited places). It has myGNV Club for members.
- Trasmed (Trasmed GLE, formerly Trasmediterránea) sails from Mahón, with overnight ferries, luggage with no weight limit and pets in an adapted cabin, seat or dog houses.
The source of each piece of information and the full conditions are on the page for each route: Ciutadella Barcelona and Mahón Barcelona.
Menorca to Barcelona ferry price
The price you see above is the lowest recent fare among the departures for the date. It changes depending on the ferry company, type of ship, accommodation and date. In general, the fast ferry and the overnight ship with a cabin are not comparable: one buys speed and the other a night's sleep.
The car is paid separately and depends on its dimensions. As everywhere in the area, July, August, Easter and long weekends go up first. If you always travel from Menorca, booking in advance gives you more room to choose.
Balearic resident discount: Menorca Barcelona
If you live in the Balearic Islands you get a 75% discount on the passenger ticket, with all three ferry companies. It does not apply to the vehicle.
- Say you are a resident in the search on iloveferry.com/ferris. In a single booking all passengers must be residents; if not, make separate bookings.
- Bring your DNI or NIE and your certificate of residence.
- The resident discount only applies on routes to or from your region of residence: here, the Balearic Islands.
More in Balearic resident discount.
Large family discount on the Menorca Barcelona ferry
Large families with a Spanish certificate get 20% (general) or 50% (special) off the passenger ticket on domestic routes. It does not apply to the car. Bring the original certificate and each traveller's identity document. See ferry with large family discount and each ferry company's conditions on the route page.
Menorca Barcelona ferry with a car
All three ferry companies take cars, motorbikes, vans and motorhomes. State the vehicle type and its real dimensions when booking, because the price depends on them. The driver pays for their own ticket separately, and the resident discount does not apply to the car.
One practical difference: on GNV routes you cannot get to the garage during the crossing, so take up what you will need. In Barcelona, the port is a low-emission zone and Baleà ria's car boarding quay depends on the ship.
Menorca Barcelona ferry with a dog
You can travel with a dog on all three ferry companies, but the rules differ and that affects the route you choose:
- Baleà ria (Ciutadella): up to 10 kg in a carrier in the lounge; pet friendly seat or cabin on some ships; kennel for large dogs.
- GNV (Mahón): cabin for pets with limited places, or a kennel.
- Trasmed (Mahón): adapted cabins, seat (under 8 kg, in a carrier) and dog houses.
Details in travelling by ferry with a dog.
Ports of Menorca (Ciutadella and Mahón) and Barcelona
Port of Ciutadella
Port of Barcelona
The two ports of Menorca: Ciutadella and Mahón
Menorca has two ports with ferries to Barcelona, one at each end of the island:
- Mahón (Maó), in the east, inside the city and a few minutes' walk from the centre. The airport is about 6 km away.
- Ciutadella, on the west coast, about 45 km from Mahón. There is no train: you get there by car, taxi or bus.
The island's main road links the two in about three quarters of an hour by car.
Arriving in Barcelona
In Barcelona, Baleà ria has its foot passenger terminal at the North Terminal, next to the World Trade Center. GNV and Trasmed use the San Beltrán quay area. They are different terminals: check yours on your ticket, especially if someone is picking you up.
Getting around Menorca before boarding
If you live or are staying in the centre of the island, the distance to both ports is similar, and the deciding factor is the type of ship: Ciutadella for the fast ferry, Mahón for the overnight one. If you are staying in or near Ciutadella, leave from Ciutadella; if you are staying in the east, leave from Mahón. There is no train and in high season it is wise to have the car or taxi to the port sorted.
Documents for travelling from Menorca to Barcelona
It is a domestic route: adults travel with a valid DNI, NIE or passport. Minors carry their DNI or the family record book. With a car, the vehicle registration document and the driver's licence. With a resident or large family discount, the document that proves it.
I Love Ferry tips for travelling from Menorca to Barcelona
- Decide the port first. Ciutadella and Mahón are about 45 km apart and the tickets are not interchangeable.
- Choose the type of trip. If you want to arrive in a few hours, look at the Ciutadella fast ferry; if you have a night to spare, the Mahón ferry with a cabin.
- With a dog, check the rules first. They are very different among the three ferry companies.
- Put in your mobile number when booking with Baleà ria. If there is wind, they notify you by WhatsApp or SMS and offer alternatives; with GNV and Trasmed, follow the notice on their website.
- With a resident discount, book in your name with all passengers being residents or split the bookings.
Why book the Menorca Barcelona ferry with I Love Ferry
- You see Ciutadella and Mahón in the same search and compare types of ship.
- You pay the ferry company's price and receive its booking reference.
- You can combine ports and ferry companies between the outbound and return trips.
- A Spanish team in Jávea looks after you if anything changes.
Menorca Barcelona ferry routes
These are the two routes between Menorca and Barcelona. Each is run by a different ferry company, so there is no generic departure "from Menorca": there is one from Ciutadella and another from Mahón.
| Departure port | Arrival port | Ferry company | Page |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ciutadella | Barcelona | Baleà ria | Ciutadella Barcelona ferry |
| Mahón | Barcelona | GNV and Trasmed | Mahón Barcelona ferry |
| Barcelona | Mahón | Trasmed and GNV | Barcelona Mahón ferry |
| Barcelona | Ciutadella | Baleà ria | Barcelona Ciutadella ferry |
For the opposite journey, go to Barcelona Menorca ferry, which has the same structure.
Other ways to get to Barcelona from Menorca
- Ciutadella Barcelona ferry: Baleà ria, with a fast ferry.
- Mahón Barcelona ferry: GNV and Trasmed.
- Barcelona Menorca ferry: the return.
- Mahón Valencia ferry: if your final destination is Valencia.
- Menorca Palma ferry: if you want to continue your trip from Mallorca.
Frequently asked questions about the Menorca (Ciutadella and Mahón) Barcelona ferry
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See all the frequently asked questions >>Which ferry companies run the ferry from Menorca to Barcelona?
Baleà ria from Ciutadella, and GNV and Trasmed from Mahón. Each ferry company has its own port in Menorca.
Which port does the ferry to Barcelona leave from, Mahón or Ciutadella?
Both, depending on the ferry company. Ciutadella has Baleà ria and Mahón has GNV and Trasmed. They are about 45 km apart, so choose the one closest to you.
Is there a fast ferry from Menorca to Barcelona?
Yes: Baleà ria's fast ferry from Ciutadella, which takes a few hours. The ships from Mahón are overnight and take quite a bit longer.
Is there an overnight ferry from Menorca to Barcelona?
Yes. GNV and Trasmed sail from Mahón with cabins, and from Ciutadella there is a conventional Baleà ria ferry. You arrive in Barcelona in the morning.
How much discount do Balearic residents get?
75% on the passenger ticket, with all three ferry companies. It does not apply to the car. Say you are a resident in the search on iloveferry.com/ferris and bring your certificate of residence.
Can I take a car on the Menorca Barcelona ferry?
Yes, with all three ferry companies. State the vehicle type and its real dimensions when booking; the price depends on them.
Can I travel with a dog from Menorca to Barcelona?
Yes, but the rules vary: Baleà ria allows a carrier in the lounge and pet friendly cabins or seats on some ships; GNV has a cabin for pets; Trasmed has an adapted cabin, seat or dog houses.
Which port suits me if I am staying in the centre of Menorca?
Choose by type of ship: Ciutadella if you want the fast ferry, Mahón if you prefer the overnight one. The distance to each port is similar, about three quarters of an hour by car.
Can I go out from Ciutadella and return to Mahón?
Yes, they are separate tickets and you can combine them. Bear in mind that Ciutadella and Mahón are about 45 km apart and that each port has its own ferry company.
Is it better to book the Menorca Barcelona ferry in advance?
In summer, at Easter and on long weekends, yes, especially with a car or cabin. In low season there is more room.
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