Ferry operators compared
Baleària vs Naviera Armas
An objective, data-based look at Baleària and Naviera Armas — their route networks, fleets and the crossings they both serve.
Spain
- Routes
- 57
- Founded
- 1998
- Fleet
- ~34 vessels
- Base
- Dénia, Alicante, Spain
Onboard
Spain
- Routes
- 55
- Founded
- 1941
- Fleet
- ~16 ROPAX & fast ferries
- Base
- Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
Onboard
Routes they both serve
On these crossings you can choose between Baleària and Naviera Armas.
Which should you choose?
Based on the data we track, Baleària has the wider route network, and they compete head-to-head on 7 crossings such as Almería → Melilla and Almería → Nador. Naviera Armas is the longer-established company (1941 vs 1998); Baleària runs the larger fleet (~34 vessels vessels); Baleària lists lng & fast ferries, smart-ship technology, onboard dining that Naviera Armas doesn't; Naviera Armas lists ropax & fast ferries, canary resident discounts 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 Naviera Armas run the same routes?
Yes — they both operate 7 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 Naviera Armas?
Baleària serves 57 routes and Naviera Armas serves 55 routes across the network we track.
How do I choose between Baleària and Naviera Armas?
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 Naviera Armas in 1941.