Balearic route
Palma - Formentera Ferry
From Mallorca to Formentera, with a stop or connection in Ibiza depending on the date
- Through service from Palma to La Savina via Ibiza
- Around 4 hours in total, according to Baleària
- Only plan on bringing a vehicle if it's confirmed for the specific sailing you book
What you should know about this route
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Getting there & the terminal
In Palma, Baleària checks in passengers at either Estación Marítima 3 or the Dique del Oeste, depending on the sailing. Use the check-in point given in the current departure notification. This matters especially for a connecting journey: arriving at the wrong port entrance can put the whole itinerary at risk.
On Formentera, the journey ends at La Savina, the island's ferry port. The specific itinerary shows whether you stay aboard through Ibiza or change to a connecting sailing.
Check-in
With Baleària, the standard rule is at least 90 minutes with a vehicle, or 60 minutes on foot. For a connecting journey, don't just aim to be on time for the first ship - keep every boarding pass and leg to hand and follow the operator's instructions in Ibiza.
Vehicle type and dimensions must match your booking. Before paying, check explicitly that the vehicle is confirmed for the entire route.
On board and at the connection
Seating areas, a café, Wi-Fi and pet options depend on the ships in use. The official route runs via Ibiza; for foot passengers, a transfer between port areas can be part of the itinerary. If you're travelling with a vehicle, don't assume such a transfer applies to you - what matters is the vehicle being confirmed right through on your ticket.
Vehicles, bikes & pets
Baleària offers cars, motorbikes or bicycles on this route. Whether your vehicle is treated the same on every leg only becomes clear from the full itinerary. Measure a car including all attachments, and plan around the closed car deck.
Pets need booked accommodation for the whole journey. If the ship changes en route, the available pet option can change too. Keep your pet's passport, water, lead and carrier ready to hand for the connection as well.
Arrival & onward travel
La Savina is Formentera's only ferry port. If you arrive without a vehicle, plan your onward journey around the confirmed arrival time rather than the scheduled one. For a day trip, check the return leg as a full itinerary - a delayed first leg can affect the connection.
Tickets & fares
Only compare itineraries with the same passengers, vehicles and accommodation options. Check whether a fare allows changes on both legs, and how a missed connection is handled. A cheap single leg doesn't help if the onward journey is booked separately without enough buffer.
Via Ibiza
From Palma to La Savina in one journey
Baleària publishes Palma-Formentera as a route via Ibiza. Depending on the date, the itinerary may include a stop, a change of ship, or - for foot passengers - a transfer between berths. So check not just the start and end points, but the full itinerary shown in the booking.
- Journey time
- approx. 3½-5 hrs
- Operator
- Baleària
- Route
- via Ibiza
- Price from
- €86
Next connections
All details are provided without guarantee. The operator's departure time and your booking confirmation are binding.
FAQ Palma - Formentera
Frequently asked questions
Answers about the ferry route via Ibiza.
Is there a direct ferry from Palma to Formentera?+
Baleària sells Palma-Formentera as a through connection via Ibiza - it isn't a regular nonstop service. Depending on the date, the itinerary may include a stop or a connection. Read the full itinerary before booking.
How long does Palma-Formentera take?+
The operator quotes a total of around four hours. The actual duration depends on the departure and connection; current figures are shown in the timetable.
Can I take my car to Formentera?+
Baleària offers vehicle transport on this route. Even so, check that it's confirmed right through for every leg of your specific itinerary. Dimensions and check-in are explained in our car guide.
Do I have to change in Ibiza?+
That depends on your itinerary. There may be a change of ship or a transfer between berths. If you're travelling with a vehicle, it's especially important to check that the booked itinerary confirms the vehicle for the whole journey.
Can my dog come to Formentera?+
Yes, provided a suitable pet option is booked for every leg. Available spaces and the paperwork you'll need are covered in our guide to travelling with a dog on the ferry.