Ferry operators compared
Naviera Armas vs Transmediterránea acciona
An objective, data-based look at Naviera Armas and Transmediterránea acciona — their route networks, fleets and the crossings they both serve.
Spain
- Routes
- 55
- Founded
- 1941
- Fleet
- ~16 ROPAX & fast ferries
- Base
- Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
Onboard
- Routes
- 34
- Founded
- 1916
- Base
- Madrid, Spain
Onboard
Routes they both serve
On these crossings you can choose between Naviera Armas and Transmediterránea acciona.
- Almería → Melilla
- Almería → Nador
- Arrecife → Cádiz
- Cádiz → Arrecife
- Cádiz → Las Palmas
- Cádiz → Puerto del Rosario
- Cádiz → Santa Cruz de La Palma
- Cádiz → Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- Las Palmas → Cádiz
- Motril → Melilla
- Motril → Nador
- Nador → Almería
- Nador → Motril
- Puerto del Rosario → Cádiz
- Santa Cruz de La Palma → Cádiz
- Santa Cruz de Tenerife → Cádiz
Which should you choose?
Based on the data we track, Naviera Armas has the wider route network, and they compete head-to-head on 16 crossings such as Almería → Melilla and Almería → Nador. Transmediterránea acciona is the longer-established company (1916 vs 1941); Naviera Armas lists ropax & fast ferries, canary resident discounts that Transmediterránea acciona doesn't; Transmediterránea acciona lists car ferries & fast ferries, resident discounts that Naviera Armas 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 Naviera Armas 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, Naviera Armas or Transmediterránea acciona?
Naviera Armas serves 55 routes and Transmediterránea acciona serves 34 routes across the network we track.
How do I choose between Naviera Armas 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?
Naviera Armas was founded in 1941 and Transmediterránea acciona in 1916.