Ferry operators compared
Baleària vs Transmediterránea acciona
An objective, data-based look at Baleària and Transmediterránea acciona — their route networks, fleets and the crossings they both serve.
Spain
- Routes
- 57
- Founded
- 1998
- Fleet
- ~34 vessels
- Base
- Dénia, Alicante, Spain
Onboard
- Routes
- 34
- Founded
- 1916
- Base
- Madrid, Spain
Onboard
Routes they both serve
On these crossings you can choose between Baleària and Transmediterránea acciona.
Which should you choose?
Based on the data we track, Baleària has the wider route network, and they compete head-to-head on 16 crossings such as Algeciras → Ceuta and Almería → Melilla. Transmediterránea acciona is the longer-established company (1916 vs 1998); Baleària lists lng & fast ferries, smart-ship technology, onboard dining that Transmediterránea acciona doesn't; Transmediterránea acciona lists car ferries & fast ferries, 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 Transmediterránea acciona run the same routes?
Yes — they both operate 16 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 Transmediterránea acciona?
Baleària serves 57 routes and Transmediterránea acciona serves 34 routes across the network we track.
How do I choose between Baleària and Transmediterránea acciona?
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 Transmediterránea acciona in 1916.