Ferry Map to Ibiza
Sail straight into the party capital of the Mediterranean on a massive Baleària or Trasmediterránea ship departing from Denia, Valencia, or Barcelona. These huge roll-on/roll-off ferries transport over two million passengers annually alongside thousands of vehicles. Review the ferry map above to plan your exact arrival port and see the quick 30-minute connections heading south to Formentera or east to Mallorca. Bring your car along for the ride, as you will definitely need it to find the quiet, hidden coves on the northern coast.
Getting to Ibiza from Spain
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The Balearic Gateway: Ferry map to Ibiza
Ibiza is located about 150 kilometers off the eastern coast of Spain in the Mediterranean Sea. The largest ferry operators in the region include Baleària, Trasmed, and GNV. These companies move massive traffic, with Baleària alone transporting over 5.6 million passengers across its network recently. Most travelers arrive from the Spanish mainland or jump over from neighboring islands.
- The Fast Route: Denia is the closest mainland port to Ibiza. The high-speed catamaran takes just 2 to 3 hours, making it perfect if you want to get to the beach quickly.
- The Long Haul: If you leave from Barcelona or Valencia, expect a much longer trip of 6 to 9 hours. These are large ships, making them the best option if you want to sleep in a cabin overnight or bring a car.
- Pricing (2026): A basic passenger ticket starts around €40 to €60, but bringing a car usually pushes the price well over €150.
Ibiza has two totally different arrival points. Most big ferries from the mainland dock in Ibiza Town (Botafoch) on the southeast coast. However, some fast boats arrive in San Antonio on the west coast. Check your ticket carefully so you do not book a rental car or hotel on the wrong side of the island!
“If you plan to visit Formentera, you do not need to stay in Ibiza first. You can easily catch the 30 minute hopper ferry right from the same Ibiza Town dock as soon as you step off the big boat from Barcelona.”
