Portugal
Porto Santo Line Schedules 2026
Madeira's only sea link to Porto Santo
Est. 1996Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
Photo: Lobo Marinho off Porto Santo — Vitor Oliveira / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0)- 0
- Routes
- 2
- Ports
- Lobo Marinho (2003)
- Vessels
- 1996
- Founded
Porto Santo Line is Madeira's only sea link to Porto Santo, founded in 1996 and based in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal. It operates 0 ferry routes serving 2 ports.
Timetables
Which routes does Porto Santo Line operate?
0 routes with live schedules.
No routes listed yet.
Network
Where does Porto Santo Line sail?
Porto Santo Line sails to 2 ports.
Experience
Onboard & services
- Passengers and vehicles
- Seasonal timetable with annual maintenance breaks
- Funchal to Porto Santo, about 2 hours 20 minutes across open Atlantic
- The island's supply line as much as a tourist route
- Service reduced outside summer; maintenance periods leave air travel as the only option
About
About Porto Santo Line
Porto Santo Line runs the only sea link between Funchal on Madeira and the island of Porto Santo — about two hours twenty minutes across open Atlantic. For Porto Santo's residents it is the supply line; for Madeira's visitors it is the way to reach a nine-kilometre beach that the main island does not have.
Why the crossing matters
Porto Santo is small, dry and sandy where Madeira is steep and green, and almost everything on it arrives by this ship. The service carries passengers and vehicles, and the sailing pattern is built around the island's own rhythm — heavier in summer, reduced outside it, with annual maintenance periods when the ship is off service entirely.
Before you book
This is open ocean rather than a sheltered channel, and conditions vary; the crossing can be uncomfortable in winter swell. Check the published schedule for the period you are travelling — service is not continuous through the year, and a maintenance stop leaves the island reachable only by air.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was Porto Santo Line founded?
Porto Santo Line was founded in 1996, and is headquartered in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal.
Where does Porto Santo Line sail?
Porto Santo Line operates 0 ferry routes and serves 2 ports in Portugal, including Funchal, Porto Santo.
How do I contact Porto Santo Line?
You can reach Porto Santo Line via their official booking site.
Can I take a car on Porto Santo Line ferries?
Yes — Porto Santo Line 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 Porto Santo Line ferries?
Porto Santo Line ferries typically offer Passengers and vehicles, Seasonal timetable with annual maintenance breaks. Facilities vary by vessel and route — check the specific sailing for details.
How early should I arrive for a Porto Santo Line ferry?
Arrive at the terminal at least 30–60 minutes before a Porto Santo Line departure as a foot passenger, and allow longer with a vehicle. Boarding and check-in times vary by port and route — confirm with Porto Santo Line.
How do I find Porto Santo Line ferry times?
Browse the live timetables for every Porto Santo Line route on this page. Schedules are updated as the operator publishes them — always confirm with Porto Santo Line before travelling, as sailings change seasonally.
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