Ferry to Portugal

Ferries to Portugal are available with Atlanticoline & Porto Santo Line.

Portugal Ferry Schedule

There are approximately 19 daily sailings and up to 119 weekly sailings to Portugal. Please note that ferry schedules can change throughout the year and usually increase during the high season. Take advantage of our deal finder for the latest sailing times and availability.

Ports of Portugal

There are 11 ports in Portugal. The most popular port is Porto Santo Port with 7 weekly sailings.

Funchal to Porto Santo Ferry

The Funchal to Porto Santo ferry sails around 7 times weekly, with a sailing duration of 2 hours 30 minutes. The Funchal Porto Santo ferry costs approximately $0 on average. Please be aware that prices do not include booking fees.

Madalena to Horta Ferry

The Madalena to Horta ferry sails approximately 4 times daily and up to 28 times weekly, with a sailing duration of 30 minutes. Madalena Horta ferry is $39 on average. Exclusive of booking fees.

Prices will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated February 25.

Can I take my car on the ferry to Portugal?

Yes, there is a car ferry to Portugal. Atlanticoline provide car ferries to Portugal.

Can I bring pets on the Portugal ferry?

Pets are allowed to travel on ferries to Portugal with Porto Santo Line.

Portugal Ferry Prices and Discounts

The price of a ferry to Portugal can fluctuate by route, operator and season. Please visit our special offers page for all the best ferry offers available.

Portugal Island Hopping

Exploring Portugal’s archipelagos by ferry is a scenic and budget-friendly way to experience the country’s diverse island landscapes. The Azores and Madeira both offer well-connected ferry services, making it easy to hop between islands and discover everything from volcanic peaks to picturesque seaside towns. In the Azores, travelers can sail between São Miguel, Pico, and Faial, each boasting unique natural wonders. Meanwhile, Madeira’s ferry route to Porto Santo provides a relaxing journey to an island famed for its golden sands.

Best Island Hopping Routes in Portugal

• Madeira (Funchal) to Porto Santo - 2 hours and 30 minutes
• Faial (Horta) to Pico (Madalena) - 30 minutes
• Pico (Madalena) to São Jorge (Velas) - 1 hour and 20 minutes
• Faial (Horta) to São Jorge (Velas) - 1 hour and 40 minutes
• Flores (Santa Cruz) to Corvo (Vila Nova do Corvo) - 40 minutes  

How to book cheap ferry tickets to Portugal

Book ferry tickets to Portugal online with Direct Ferries by using our Deal Finder and compare routes, prices and operators for the best deals.