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Arrecife → Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Lanzarote to Tenerife by sea with your car: Baleària Canarias sells Arrecife to Santa Cruz de Tenerife as one journey, on the Sicilia to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and then the high-speed Volcán de Taidía on to Tenerife, about 9 hours 10 minutes in all.

⏱ About 9h 10m including a change of ferry in Las Palmas🚢 1 operator📅 One departure a day, Monday to Saturday🚗 Vehicles accepted🐕 Pet friendly
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Arrecife to Santa Cruz de Tenerife ferry at a glance

The ferry from Arrecife to Santa Cruz de Tenerife takes About 9h 10m including a change of ferry in Las Palmas across the Atlantic Ocean, operated by Baleària Canarias (formerly Naviera Armas). Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: one departure a day, Monday to Saturday.

Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-10-27.

Sources: baleariacanarias.com · How we verify

Return crossing: Santa Cruz de Tenerife to Arrecife

Baleària Canarias (formerly Naviera Armas) also sails Santa Cruz de Tenerife to Arrecife, taking About 9h 10m including a change of ferry in Las Palmas. Baleària Canarias also sells Tenerife to Lanzarote, again changing in Las Palmas.

Arrecife to Santa Cruz de Tenerife ferry timetable & sailing pattern

One departure a day, Monday to Saturday (change of ferry in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria)

Return: Baleària Canarias also sells Tenerife to Lanzarote, again changing in Las Palmas.

Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.

Official Baleària Canarias (formerly Naviera Armas) timetable →Check prices & book on Ferryscanner →

Source: Baleària Canarias Lanzarote – Tenerife route page. Verified 2026-10-27.

Maritime Crossing Route Map

Interactive sea passage between Arrecife and Santa Cruz de Tenerife

📐 146 Nautical Miles
Arrecife⇄Santa Cruz de Tenerife
⏱ About 9h 10m including a change of ferry in Las Palmas · 📐 146 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
Baleària Canarias (formerly Naviera Armas)About 9h 10mSicilia, Volcán de Taidía

Route Features

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Vehicles

Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted

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Foot Passengers

Walk-on passengers welcome

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Pets

Pets allowed with valid documents

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Distance

146 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

  • You change ferries in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria; Baleària Canarias sells both legs together
  • Santa Cruz de Tenerife’s ferry port is beside the city centre; Baleària Canarias’ FerryBus links it with Los Cristianos for La Gomera, La Palma and El Hierro

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a direct ferry from Lanzarote to Tenerife?
No: Baleària Canarias’ Arrecife – Santa Cruz de Tenerife journey changes ferries in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. It runs once a day, Monday to Saturday, and takes about 9 hours 10 minutes.
How long is the ferry from Arrecife to Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
The crossing typically takes About 9h 10m including a change of ferry in Las Palmas. Actual times vary by vessel, season and sea conditions, so check the timetable for your sailing.
How often does the Arrecife to Santa Cruz de Tenerife ferry sail?
One departure a day, Monday to Saturday (change of ferry in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria). This is the pattern published in the Baleària Canarias Lanzarote – Tenerife route page (checked 2026-10-27); confirm exact departure times on the official timetable before you travel.
Which ferry companies sail from Arrecife to Santa Cruz de Tenerife?
Baleària Canarias (formerly Naviera Armas) operates this route. Compare sailing times and ticket types before booking, as they often differ between operators.
Can I take my car on the Arrecife to Santa Cruz de Tenerife ferry?
Yes. Vehicles are carried on this route. Book vehicle space in advance for peak dates, and check the operator’s height, length and trailer limits for campervans and larger vehicles.
Can I take the Arrecife to Santa Cruz de Tenerife ferry as a foot passenger?
Yes. Foot passengers can travel on this route. Allow time to reach the passenger terminal and check the operator’s check-in closing time.
Are dogs and pets allowed on the Arrecife to Santa Cruz de Tenerife ferry?
Pets are accepted on this route, subject to the operator’s rules (for example staying in the vehicle, kennels or pet-friendly cabins). International crossings also require the correct pet travel documents.
How far is Arrecife from Santa Cruz de Tenerife by ferry?
The sea crossing is about 146 nautical miles (roughly 270 km).