Spain
Baleària
Spain's leading ferry to the Balearic Islands — and an LNG pioneer
Est. 1998Dénia, Alicante, Spain
Photo: GerritR / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)- 57
- Routes
- 27
- Ports
- 8h 55m
- Avg crossing
- ~34 vessels
- Vessels
- 1998
- Founded
Baleària is Spain's leading ferry to the Balearic Islands — and an LNG pioneer, founded in 1998 and based in Dénia, Alicante, Spain. It operates 57 ferry routes serving 27 ports. Across its network, crossings average about 8h 55m.
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Timetables
Which routes does Baleària operate?
57 routes with live schedules.
| Route | Crossing | Sailings | Operators | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corralejo → Playa Blanca | 25m | 14 / wk | 2 | Spain |
| Playa Blanca → Corralejo | 25m | 14 / wk | 2 | Spain |
| Algeciras → Tánger Med | 1h 30m | 7 / wk | 3 | Spain |
| Las Palmas → Morro Jable | 2h | 5 / wk | 3 | Spain |
| Almería → Melilla | 6h | 5 / wk | 3 | Spain |
| Melilla → Almería | 6h | 2 / wk | 2 | Spain |
| Málaga → Melilla | 6h 30m | 1 / wk | 2 | Spain |
| Formentera → Ibiza | 30m | — | 1 | Spain |
| Ibiza → Formentera | 30m | — | 1 | Spain |
| Algeciras → Ceuta | 1h | — | 3 | Spain |
| Ceuta → Algeciras | 1h | — | 3 | Spain |
| Tanger Ville → Tarifa | 1h | — | 2 | Morocco |
Barcelona6 routes
Dénia3 routes
Las Palmas3 routes
Alcúdia2 routes
Algeciras2 routes
Algiers2 routes
Almería2 routes
Ciutadella2 routes
Formentera2 routes
Huelva2 routes
Melilla2 routes
Oran2 routes
Santa Cruz de Tenerife2 routes
Ceuta1 route
Corralejo1 route
Málaga1 route
Morro Jable1 route
Mostaganem1 route
Motril1 route
Nador1 route
Playa Blanca1 route
Tánger Med1 route
Tanger Ville1 route
Tarifa1 route
Network
Where does Baleària sail?
Baleària sails to 27 ports.
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How does Baleària compare?
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Experience
Onboard & services
- LNG & fast ferries
- Seats & cabins
- Vehicle decks
- Smart-ship technology
- Onboard dining
- Spain's principal ferry line to Ibiza, Mallorca, Menorca and Formentera
- Founded 1998 by Adolfo Utor
- Pioneer of LNG dual-fuel ferries in the Mediterranean (€500M+ invested)
- Eleanor Roosevelt (2021): world's first natural-gas-powered fast ferry
- Also sails the Strait of Gibraltar, Melilla and Fort Lauderdale–Bahamas
About
About Baleària
Baleària is Spain's leading ferry company to the Balearic Islands and a pioneer of cleaner-burning ships in the Mediterranean. Founded in 1998 by Adolfo Utor out of the collapse of the earlier operator Flebasa, it has grown from a handful of boats into a fleet of some 34 vessels spanning three continents.
Islands, the Strait, and the Caribbean
The core network runs from the mainland ports of Dénia, Valencia and Barcelona to Ibiza, Palma de Mallorca, Menorca and Formentera. Across the Strait of Gibraltar, Baleària sails Algeciras to Tanger Med and Ceuta, and serves the enclave of Melilla; further afield, its Baleària Caribbean arm runs Fort Lauderdale to the Bahamas. In 2026 it also took over the Canary Islands network.
LNG pioneer
Baleària has invested over €500 million in dual-fuel LNG ships and low-emission technology. Its fast ferry Eleanor Roosevelt (2021) was the world's first powered by natural-gas internal-combustion engines, with "smart-ship" systems on board; sister vessels Marie Curie, Hypatia de Alejandría and others carry the names of pioneering women. Fares, quoted in euros, span reclining seats to cabins on the longer overnight crossings and vary by route and season.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was Baleària founded?
Baleària was founded in 1998, and is headquartered in Dénia, Alicante, Spain.
Where does Baleària sail?
Baleària operates 57 ferry routes and serves 27 ports in Spain, including Alcúdia, Algeciras, Algiers, Almería, Barcelona, Ceuta, Ciutadella, Corralejo and more.
Can I take a car on Baleària ferries?
Yes — Baleària 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 Baleària ferries?
Baleària ferries typically offer LNG & fast ferries, Seats & cabins, Vehicle decks, Smart-ship technology, Onboard dining. Facilities vary by vessel and route — check the specific sailing for details.
How early should I arrive for a Baleària ferry?
Arrive at the terminal at least 30–60 minutes before a Baleària departure as a foot passenger, and allow longer with a vehicle. Boarding and check-in times vary by port and route — confirm with Baleària.
How do I find Baleària ferry times?
Browse the live timetables for every Baleària route on this page. Schedules are updated as the operator publishes them — always confirm with Baleària before travelling, as sailings change seasonally.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated June 29, 2026.
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