Ferry operators compared
Fred. Olsen Express vs Naviera Armas
An objective, data-based look at Fred. Olsen Express and Naviera Armas — their route networks, fleets and the crossings they both serve.
Spain
- Routes
- 16
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 Fred. Olsen Express and Naviera Armas.
- Las Palmas → Morro Jable
- Los Cristianos → San Sebastián de La Gomera
- Los Cristianos → Santa Cruz de La Palma
- Los Cristianos → Valverde
- Morro Jable → Las Palmas
- San Sebastián de La Gomera → Los Cristianos
- San Sebastián de La Gomera → Santa Cruz de La Palma
- Santa Cruz de La Palma → Los Cristianos
- Santa Cruz de La Palma → San Sebastián de La Gomera
- Valverde → Los Cristianos
Which should you choose?
Based on the data we track, Naviera Armas has the wider route network, and they compete head-to-head on 10 crossings such as Las Palmas → Morro Jable and Los Cristianos → San Sebastián de La Gomera. Fred. Olsen Express lists wifi, pet-friendly facilities that Naviera Armas doesn't; Naviera Armas lists ropax & fast ferries, seats & cabins, vehicle decks that Fred. Olsen Express 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 Fred. Olsen Express and Naviera Armas 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, Fred. Olsen Express or Naviera Armas?
Fred. Olsen Express serves 16 routes and Naviera Armas serves 55 routes across the network we track.
How do I choose between Fred. Olsen Express 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.