Cabo Verde
Where can I go by ferry from São Nicolau?
2 ferry destinations from São Nicolau: Sal and São Vicente.
All Ferries from São Nicolau
São Nicolau → SalAbout 8h · CV InterilhasMonday and Friday: Tarrafal 15:00 → Palmeira 23:00🚗 CarsSão Nicolau → São VicenteAbout 5h · CV InterilhasMonday and Friday: Mindelo 09:00 → Tarrafal 14:00🚗 CarsRoute guide written for the São Vicente (Mindelo) → São Nicolau (Tarrafal) direction; sailings run both ways.
Plan your crossing from São Nicolau
- São Nicolau (Tarrafal) → Sal (Palmeira)
Monday and Friday: Tarrafal 15:00 → Palmeira 23:00. Return Wednesday and Sunday: Palmeira 02:00 → Tarrafal 10:00
Source: CV Interilhas timetable PDF (Linha Redonda) and daily schedule page, checked 2026-09-29
- São Vicente (Mindelo) → São Nicolau (Tarrafal)
Monday and Friday: Mindelo 09:00 → Tarrafal 14:00. Return Wednesday and Sunday: Tarrafal 11:00 → Mindelo 16:00
On alternate weeks an extra Linha Redonda/Retangular rotation also calls at Fogo.
Source: CV Interilhas timetable PDF (Linha Redonda) and daily schedule page, checked 2026-09-29
Getting to the ferry in São Nicolau
- Palmeira is Sal’s commercial port on the island’s west coast; ENAPOR notes it handles passengers as well as freight and fuel
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I go by ferry from São Nicolau?
FerryConnect lists ferries from São Nicolau to Sal and São Vicente. Each route page has crossing times, operators and booking options.
Can I take my car on a ferry from São Nicolau?
Yes, car ferries run from São Nicolau to Sal, São Vicente.
How long is the ferry from São Nicolau to Sal?
About 8h with CV Interilhas.
How often is the ferry from São Nicolau to Sal?
Monday and Friday: Tarrafal 15:00 → Palmeira 23:00 (operator timetable, checked 2026-09-29).