Ferries to Spain
Popular ferry routes to Spain
Spain is one of the most popular countries in Europe for a well-deserved vacation. While flying or driving to Spain are the most common ways of travelling, taking a ferry to Spain is a great alternative.
You can book a ferry to Spain from various countries. To assist you in making the best choice, we offer several ferry guides. Our most popular guides cover the ferries from England and Ireland to Spain, which provide direct connections to the Iberian Peninsula.
Ferry to Spain from the UK
Ferries from the UK to Spain predominantly depart from southern UK cities such as Plymouth (Devon) and Portsmouth. These ferries sail to Santander and Bilbao, with crossings that last either one or two nights. The routes from Plymouth and Portsmouth to Bilbao and Santander are operated by Brittany Ferries, with each route sailing twice a week.
Travelling by ferry from the UK to Spain is a comfortable way to make the crossing, offering plenty of entertainment options. From either harbour, you can travel inland to Spanish hotspots such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, or Seville. There is also the option to travel from Ireland to Spain by ferry.
Here are the ferry routes from the UK and Ireland to Spain:
- Portsmouth to Bilbao
- Portsmouth to Santander
- Plymouth to Santander
- Rosslare to Santander
Taking the ferry to Spain is an ideal and comfortable way to start your vacation. It's also quite affordable, especially with the vessels operated by Brittany Ferries.
Ferry to Spain from Italy
It is also possible to travel from Italy to Spain by ferry. Most of these ferries arrive in Barcelona. You can sail from Sardinia, Rome, and Genoa to Spain by ferry.
For more details, see our guide from Italy to Spain.
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Great information here Ferry Go Go! I was searching recently and couldn't find any routes from the UK to Spain and you've just explained the routes perfectly! I can look further into it now!