Funchal – Porto Santo

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Funchal – Porto Santo

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Ferry from Funchal to Porto Santo

Porto Santo Line provides the ferry from Funchal to Porto Santo. Funchal Porto Santo ferries cost between 90€ and 417€, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Funchal Porto Santo ferries.

Funchal Porto Santo Ferry Times

The first Funchal Porto Santo ferry typically departs from Funchal at around 08:00. The last ferry usually departs at 19:00.

How long is the ferry from Funchal to Porto Santo?

The Funchal Porto Santo ferry trip can take around 2 hours 30 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Funchal Porto Santo Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 7 weekly sailings from Funchal to Porto Santo provided by Porto Santo Line. Timetables can change from season to season.

Funchal Porto Santo Ferry Prices

Funchal Porto Santo ferry prices typically range between 90€* and 417€*. The average price is typically 148€*. The cheapest Funchal Porto Santo ferry prices start from 90€*. The average price for a foot passenger is 148€*. The average price for a car is 404€*.

Pricing 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 1 April 2025.

How far is it from Funchal to Porto Santo?

The distance between Funchal to Porto Santo is approximately 50.2 miles (80.8km) or 43.6 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Funchal Porto Santo ferry?

Yes, Porto Santo Line ferries allow cars on board ferries between Funchal and Porto Santo. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Funchal and Porto Santo.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Funchal to Porto Santo?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Porto Santo Line ferries between Funchal and Porto Santo.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Funchal to Porto Santo?

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Funchal to Porto Santo with Porto Santo Line. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

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Funchal - Porto Santo Route summary
Departure Country Portugal
Destination Country Portugal
No. of Operators 1
Operators Porto Santo Line
Average Price 120 €*
Average Weekly Sailings 5
Average Sailing Duration 2h 30m
First Ferry 08:00
Last Ferry 19:00
Distance 43 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

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Funchal Guide

Funchal Ferry Port

Tucked away in a crescent shaped valley on the warm southern coast of the autonomous Portuguese region of Madeira lies the picturesque capital of Funchal, a historic city built almost entirely upon the gradual slopes that lead up from the North Atlantic coast towards the island’s inland mountains. For ferry-goers entering the port it’s an impressive sight. Tiers of orange-roofed houses sit stark against the backdrop of verdant woodland that covers the hillside, and winding streets climb to the highest reaches of the city where panoramic views of the azure bay are enough to take the breath away. Funchal is a particularly popular destination during New Year’s Eve. Each year the city hosts a firework display along the promenade, an impressive spectacle that was awarded a Guinness World Record in 2006 for being the biggest ever show of its kind. The port of Funchal, centrally located on the shores of the city, is a major gateway for those visiting the island. A modern passenger terminal sits at the end of a long pier, just a short walking distance from the city centre. Taxis are available to take passengers between Funchal and the harbour side and bus stops can be found at regular intervals along the main Avenida Do Mar road that feeds into the port. Currently only one route operates from the port. A Porto Santo line ferry sails the short distance northwards to the smaller Madeiran island of Porto Santo.


Porto Santo Guide

Porto Santo Ferry Port

Situated in the North Atlantic Ocean, Porto Santo is a Portuguese Island laying 43 kilometres northeast of Madeira. The only ferry route departing the port is to Funchal lasting just over two hours and is supplied by Porto Santo Line.

What is there to do in Porto Santo?

For anyone who enjoys a spot of sunbathing, Porto Santo is the perfect holiday destination. The entire island is basically just one long beach, with hotels, bars and restaurants dotted along the coastline. The relative lack of attractions means the island is often overlooked in terms of tourism, making it the perfect place to escape the stress of modern day life and while away the hours under the scorching sun. The incredibly tranquil atmosphere and empty beaches may suggest an island with nothing to do, though there is enough to keep you entertained for more than a few days. The golf course is highly regarded and for a more leisurely afternoon, copious challenging walking trails decorate the landscape, affording wonderful views of the surrounding mountainside. After a long day in the unrelenting heat, enjoy some of the local cuisine at the fine quality restaurants, usually serving seafood as the day’s speciality.

How do you get around Porto Santo?

The island is small enough to be covered entirely by foot, which is the most common option due to the close proximity of the resorts and restaurants.

Funchal to Porto Santo
Ferry Timetables

Timetables between 31/03/2025 and 06/04/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Porto Santo Line 08:00 10:30 2 hours 30 minutes Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun
Porto Santo Line 19:00 21:30 2 hours 30 minutes Sat

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