Portugal
Atlantic Ferries Schedules 2026
Public river transport across the Sado estuary
Est. 2001Setúbal, Portugal
Photo: Jules Verne Times Two / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)- 0
- Routes
- 2
- Ports
- 4 vessels
- Vessels
- 2001
- Founded
Atlantic Ferries is a public river transport across the Sado estuary, founded in 2001 and based in Setúbal, Portugal. It operates 0 ferry routes serving 2 ports. Customer contact: +351 265 235 101.
Timetables
Which routes does Atlantic Ferries operate?
0 routes with live schedules.
No routes listed yet.
Network
Where does Atlantic Ferries sail?
Atlantic Ferries sails to 2 ports.
Experience
Onboard & services
- Vehicle ferry and catamaran on separate timetables
- Pre-purchased multi-trip tickets
- Setúbal–Tróia, average crossing 25 minutes
- Light vehicle €21.00; five crossings €84.00 — five journeys for the price of four
- Bicycle €5.50; foot passenger €5.50; children up to 5 free
- Four seasonal timetable blocks through the year
- €0.10 from every ticket goes to Sado estuary conservation
About
About Atlantic Ferries
Atlantic Ferries is a public river transport service across the Sado estuary, linking Setúbal with the Tróia peninsula. The average crossing is 25 minutes, and it saves a road detour of well over an hour around the estuary.
Two kinds of boat
The route runs both a vehicle ferry and a catamaran, published as separate timetables, with four seasonal blocks through the year: 1 January–29 May, 30 May–18 June, 19 June–13 September and 14 September–31 December.
Fares
A light vehicle up to 3,500 kg is €21.00; two crossings €37.80 and five crossings €84.00 — the pre-purchase discount is effectively five journeys for the price of four. A campervan or a car with a camping or sports trailer is €34.10, as are heavy goods and passenger vehicles; a tractor unit with semi-trailer €52.30 and a heavy vehicle with trailer €93.80. Motorcycles and trikes are €12.50, bicycles €5.50. A passenger inside a vehicle pays €5.50, as does a foot passenger, and children up to 5 travel free.
Ten cents that go somewhere
Every ticket sold contributes €0.10 to environmental preservation of the Sado estuary — the water this crossing runs on, home to a resident bottlenose dolphin population.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was Atlantic Ferries founded?
Atlantic Ferries was founded in 2001, and is headquartered in Setúbal, Portugal.
Where does Atlantic Ferries sail?
Atlantic Ferries operates 0 ferry routes and serves 2 ports in Portugal, including Setúbal, Tróia.
How do I contact Atlantic Ferries?
You can reach Atlantic Ferries by phone on +351 265 235 101, or via their official booking site.
Can I take a car on Atlantic Ferries ferries?
Yes — Atlantic Ferries operates vehicle-carrying ferries on some routes. Book vehicle space in advance, especially in peak season, and check the specific crossing for size limits.
What facilities are available on Atlantic Ferries ferries?
Atlantic Ferries ferries typically offer Vehicle ferry and catamaran on separate timetables, Pre-purchased multi-trip tickets. Facilities vary by vessel and route — check the specific sailing for details.
How early should I arrive for a Atlantic Ferries ferry?
Arrive at the terminal at least 30–60 minutes before a Atlantic Ferries departure as a foot passenger, and allow longer with a vehicle. Boarding and check-in times vary by port and route — confirm with Atlantic Ferries.
How do I find Atlantic Ferries ferry times?
Browse the live timetables for every Atlantic Ferries route on this page. Schedules are updated as the operator publishes them — always confirm with Atlantic Ferries before travelling, as sailings change seasonally.
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