Ferry from Valle Gran Rey to San Sebastián

Tickets, prices & schedules

You can travel by ferry in La Gomera, from Valle Gran Rey to San Sebastián with 1-2 daily crossings all year round. The ferry trip takes just over 1 hr and ticket prices start at € 18.07.

Fred. Olsen serves the ferry connection between the ports in La Gomera with conventional ferries. Find updated info, compare ferry timetables and prices for 2026, and book your ferry tickets on Ferryhopper at no extra cost.

Discounts

Take advantage of special discounts and travel by ferry from Valle Gran Rey to San Sebastian with lower-cost ferry tickets. For example, if you're living in the Canaries, you can use the Canary Islands resident discount on Ferryhopper.

Some indicative passenger categories that are entitled to discount tickets are:

  • Babies and children under 12
  • Young people 12-26
  • People over 60
  • Large families
  • Groups
  • Residents of the Canary Islands

On-board services and amenities

Cabins & accommodation

Since the trip is very short, there are no cabins or numbered seats on the ferries from Valle Gran Rey to San Sebastian.

Luggage

The ferry company Fred. Olsen Express allows 20 kg of luggage per person. It also offers trolleys to transport your bags and lockers for €1. Keep in mind that you can only have 1 piece of luggage in the lounge in addition to your handbags, provided that it doesn't obstruct passageways or occupy a seat.

Pets on board

You can travel with your pet on the ferry from Valle Gran Rey to San Sebastian. Make sure to carry along the necessary certificates, tickets and any pet supplies you may need for your trip.

Useful tips for your ferry trip from Valle Gran Rey to San Sebastian

Here are some travel tips for your trip from Valle Gran Rey to San Sebastian:

  • The port of Valle Gran Rey can get quite busy in the summer, so we recommend arriving there at least 1 hr before departure.
  • The port of Valle Gran Rey is a 45 min drive from the city center of San Sebastian.
  • On Ferryhopper, you can discover island-hopping options from La Gomera to nearby Canary islands, such as La Palma and Tenerife. Check out the La Gomera to Tenerife ferry route and plan the perfect getaway.
  • Check out our destination pages for useful information about holidays in La Gomera.

Where to take the ferry from Valle Gran Rey to San Sebastian

You can catch the ferry to San Sebastian from the port of Valle Gran Rey, which is located on the western coast of the island. The port of Valle Gran Rey serves most ferry routes between La Gomera and the other Canary Islands.

The island also has a small airport that only serves flights from other Canary Islands. The airport is located next to Playa Santiago and about 13 km from Valle Gran Rey.

How long is the ferry ride from Valle Gran Rey to San Sebastián?

The ferry ride lasts approximately 1 hr 10 min depending on the vessel type and its scheduled itinerary.

When does the first Valle Gran Rey - San Sebastián ferry leave?

The earliest ferry from Valle Gran Rey to San Sebastián normally leaves at 08:00.

What times does the last ferry from Valle Gran Rey to San Sebastián depart?

The last ferry from Valle Gran Rey to San Sebastián usually sets sail at 20:00.

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FAQs

Bringing your vehicle on the ferry to San Sebastian is not possible.

Tip: keep in mind that there is a restricted number of vehicles available for rent on the island, so it is advisable to book in advance.

The distance between the two ports of La Gomera is approximately 26 nautical miles (around 49 km).

There are no high-speed ferries from Valle Gran Rey to San Sebastian, but the two ports of La Gomera are close to each other.

No, the ferries from Valle Gran Rey to San Sebastián generally travel during the daytime. The last crossing of the day is usually scheduled at 20:00.

When booking your Valle Gran Rey - San Sebastián ferry trip on Ferryhopper, you can easily check in online, get your tickets on your phone, and board the ferry directly with your e-ticket without collecting any paper tickets at the port.

Find detailed answers to all your questions about ferry ticket changes, cancellations and refunds.

Remember that you can also use Ferryhopper's online booking modification service, available with certain ferry companies.

If your ferry trip is canceled, you usually have the following options:

  • Change your ticket to another departure of equal value.
  • Cancel your ticket with a request sent to the ferry operator for a full refund.

Find out more about what you can do in case of weather disruption or ferry strike.

If you’re worried about possible delays or cancellations, you can always visit our ferry travel alerts page for real-time updates on strikes, weather disruptions, and service suspensions.

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