Las Palmas → Tenerife
Las Palmas to Tenerife Ferry
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The ferry from Las Palmas (Gran Canaria) to Santa Cruz de Tenerife is operated by Naviera Armas, now part of Armas Trasmediterránea, taking about 1 hour 40 minutes with up to 6 departures a day, one of the fastest and most frequent connections in the whole network, running capital to capital without passing through Agaete.
Monthly sailings and fares
At a glance
Static guide reference. These figures are not current prices or schedules.
- Operator
- Naviera Armas (Armas Trasmediterránea), the only operator on this specific capital-to-capital crossing
- Crossing time
- Approximately 1 hour 40 minutes
- Frequency
- Up to 6 daily departures
- Departure port
- Port of Las Palmas, Gran Canaria
- Arrival port
- Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- Vessel
- Volcán de Tagoro or similar fast catamaran, 1,184 passengers, 390 vehicles, 35 knots
- Year-round service
- Yes
- Cabins
- None, this is a fast-ferry seated service
- Vehicles
- Yes: car, motorcycle, van, caravan/motorhome, bicycle, minibus
- Pets
- Allowed on board
Ferry operator on the Las Palmas (Gran Canaria) to Tenerife (Santa Cruz) route
Naviera Armas, now trading as Armas Trasmediterránea, is the only operator on this specific capital-to-capital route. The crossing uses fast catamarans like the Volcán de Tagoro, a 111-metre vessel built in 2019, capable of 35 knots and carrying up to 1,184 passengers and 390 vehicles.
How long is the ferry from Las Palmas (Gran Canaria) to Tenerife (Santa Cruz)?
About 1 hour 40 minutes, with up to 6 sailings a day, one of the quickest and most frequent inter-island connections in the Canary Islands.
How much does the Las Palmas (Gran Canaria) to Tenerife (Santa Cruz) ferry cost?
Naviera Armas offers discounts for children under 12, travellers aged 12-25 or over 60, and savings packages for those travelling with a vehicle. Confirm the live price when booking.
Departure and arrival ports
Ferries depart from the Port of Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, and arrive at Santa Cruz de Tenerife, connecting the two Canarian capitals directly without passing through Agaete.
When to book your Las Palmas (Gran Canaria) to Tenerife (Santa Cruz) ferry
With up to 6 daily departures, this is one of the most flexible routes in the network, though book a little ahead in peak summer and around holidays, especially for vehicle space.
Travel tip: this connects the two Canarian capitals directly
Unlike Fred. Olsen Express's competing Agaete-Tenerife fast-ferry route, this Naviera Armas service runs capital to capital, which may suit you better depending on where you're staying on each island.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the crossing take?
About 1 hour 40 minutes.
How often does this ferry run?
Up to 6 times a day.
Is this the same as the Agaete to Tenerife route?
No: this Naviera Armas service runs directly between the Las Palmas and Santa Cruz de Tenerife capitals, while a separate Fred. Olsen Express route connects Agaete (Gran Canaria) with Tenerife instead.
Can I bring my car?
Yes: cars, motorcycles, vans, caravans, bicycles, and minibuses are all accepted.