Puerto del Rosario to Santa Cruz de Tenerife Ferry

This route links Puerto del Rosario on Fuerteventura with Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the joint capital of the Canary Islands and one of the archipelago's busiest ports. The distance across the Atlantic is considerable, and the sailing is run by Naviera Armas (Grupo Armas Trasmediterránea) with large ocean-going ferries carrying passengers, vehicles and freight.

Crossing time

Expect a long crossing. Sailing times generally fall in the range of about 10 to 12.5 hours depending on the specific departure, because several sailings are part of a longer inter-island rotation rather than the shortest possible line. This is an overnight or full-day journey, not a short hop, so it is best planned with that in mind.

Frequency and schedule

Across the week Naviera Armas runs up to around seven itineraries serving this connection, though the practical frequency and the sailing times vary noticeably with the season and with how each ship is routed through the islands. Because of that variability, checking the live timetable for your exact date is.

Comfort on board

• Interior and exterior cabins for overnight or long daytime sailings
• Reclining seats and lounge areas
• Self-service restaurant, bar and shop
• Vehicle deck for cars, motorhomes and freight
• Pet-friendly travel

Given the length of the trip, many travellers reserve a cabin, particularly on overnight departures. If you are bringing a vehicle, book early because car space is limited. Reconfirm your departure time close to travel, since the seasonal scheduling on this long inter-island line can move sailings around.