Ferry operators compared
Baleària vs Grandi Navi Veloci
An objective, data-based look at Baleària and Grandi Navi Veloci — their route networks, fleets and the crossings they both serve.
Spain
- Routes
- 57
- Founded
- 1998
- Fleet
- ~34 vessels
- Base
- Dénia, Alicante, Spain
Onboard
Italy
- Routes
- 54
- Founded
- 1992
- Fleet
- ~26 ships
- Base
- Genoa, Italy
Onboard
Routes they both serve
On these crossings you can choose between Baleària and Grandi Navi Veloci.
Which should you choose?
Based on the data we track, Baleària has the wider route network, and they compete head-to-head on 10 crossings such as Almería → Nador and Barcelona → Ibiza. Grandi Navi Veloci is the longer-established company (1992 vs 1998); Baleària runs the larger fleet (~34 vessels vessels); Baleària lists lng & fast ferries, seats & cabins, vehicle decks that Grandi Navi Veloci doesn't; Grandi Navi Veloci lists cruise-ferry cabins, reserved seats & deck passage, vehicle & freight decks that Baleària doesn't.On any route they both run, the practical choice comes down to the departure time that fits your plans, the crossing duration and the onboard facilities you need — open the route page to see both operators' sailings side by side, and confirm fares and times before booking.
Frequently asked questions
Do Baleària and Grandi Navi Veloci run the same routes?
Yes — they both operate 10 of the same crossings, so on those routes you can choose between them by departure time and onboard experience.
Which operator has more routes, Baleària or Grandi Navi Veloci?
Baleària serves 57 routes and Grandi Navi Veloci serves 54 routes across the network we track.
How do I choose between Baleària and Grandi Navi Veloci?
On a shared crossing the choice usually comes down to the departure time that suits you, crossing duration and onboard facilities. Compare both on the specific route page and confirm details with the operator before booking.
Which is the older ferry company?
Baleària was founded in 1998 and Grandi Navi Veloci in 1992.