How long does the Ferry to Gran Canaria take?

Gran Canaria is one of the major touristic hubs in the Canary Islands, where it is home to a small population, and stunning sceneries. With an economy built primarily on tourism, Gran Canaria is the perfect place to visit, with its multitude of beaches, welcoming locals, and rich culture to enjoy. There are up to 157 ferries to Gran Canaria across 8 different routes, and with ferries coming from Spain, and the other islands in the Canaries, there is no shortage of ferries to pick from, so book now with Direct Ferries, to find the best ferry at the best price for you.

There are 2 ports in Gran Canaria. Las Palmas ferry port is located on the north of the island and Agaete ferry port is located on the west coast of the island. Las Palmas port is the most popular located in Gran Canaria, with up to 16 daily sailings and ferry connections from Spain, Tenerife, Lanzarote and La Palma.

Day Trips to Gran Canaria

• Tenerife to Las Palmas ferry - 1 hour and 40 mins
• Tenerife to Agaete ferry - 1 hour and 20 mins
• Morro Jable to Las Palmas ferry - 2 hours

Ferry sail durations for Gran Canaria can vary between 1 hour and 20 minutes, to 8 hours, to 44 hours and 20 minutes, so there is not one exact ferry duration. This is due to a number of reasons, such as ferry routes, ferry operators, and external factors such as weather conditions at the time of sail, so be sure to check before you book what your expected sail time will be.

Prices for the Gran Canaria ferry might change depending on the season you wish to travel. Cheap ferry tickets are usually available during off peak, outside of the high season. Please visit our special offers page to find all the latest ferry discounts.

You are currently able to bring your car with you on certain ferry routes to Gran Canaria, so be sure to check before you book if you can bring your car with you on your chosen route.