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Cádiz → La Palma

The sea route from mainland Spain to La Palma for people moving to the island or bringing their own car: Baleària Canarias’ Saturday sailing from Cádiz reaches Santa Cruz de Tenerife in about 33 hours, and the journey continues from Los Cristianos to Santa Cruz de La Palma. Allow about 47 hours 30 minutes in all.

⏱ About 47h 30m including a change in Tenerife🚢 1 operator📅 One departure a week, Saturday at 12:00🚗 Vehicles accepted🐕 Pet friendly
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Cádiz to La Palma ferry at a glance

The ferry from Cádiz to La Palma takes About 47h 30m including a change in Tenerife across the Atlantic Ocean, operated by Baleària Canarias (formerly Naviera Armas). Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: one departure a week, Saturday at 12:00.

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: La Palma to Cádiz

Baleària Canarias (formerly Naviera Armas) also sails La Palma to Cádiz, taking About 47h 30m including a change in Tenerife. Baleària Canarias publishes the La Palma – Cádiz direction on its own route page.

Cádiz to La Palma ferry timetable & sailing pattern

Weekly: Saturday at 12:00 (change of ship and port in Tenerife)

Published departure times

  • Saturday 12:00

Return: Baleària Canarias publishes the La Palma – Cádiz direction on its own route page.

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 Cádiz – La Palma route page. Verified 2026-10-27.

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Interactive sea passage between Cádiz and La Palma

📐 747 Nautical Miles
Cádiz⇄La Palma
⏱ About 47h 30m including a change in Tenerife · 📐 747 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
Baleària Canarias (formerly Naviera Armas)About 47h 30mVolcán de Tinamar, Volcán de Tirajana

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

747 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

  • In Tenerife you change port, from Santa Cruz de Tenerife to Los Cristianos, with about 12 hours between ferries
  • Santa Cruz de La Palma’s port is beside the island capital’s old town

Related Ferry Crossings

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the ferry from Cádiz to La Palma?
About 47 hours 30 minutes. Baleària Canarias’ weekly Saturday 12:00 departure sails Cádiz – Santa Cruz de Tenerife (about 33 hours); after a change of port to Los Cristianos (about 12 hours between ferries), the Volcán de Tirajana takes about 2 hours 30 minutes to La Palma.
How often does the Cádiz to La Palma ferry sail?
Weekly: Saturday at 12:00 (change of ship and port in Tenerife). This is the pattern published in the Baleària Canarias Cádiz – La Palma route page (checked 2026-10-27); confirm exact departure times on the official timetable before you travel.
Which ferry companies sail from Cádiz to La Palma?
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 Cádiz to La Palma 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 Cádiz to La Palma 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 Cádiz to La Palma 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 Cádiz from La Palma by ferry?
The sea crossing is about 747 nautical miles (roughly 1383 km).