Algeria ferry
Valencia - Algiers
The direct ferry from Valencia to the Algerian capital - overnight, with a cabin, car and cinema on board
- Overnight crossing of around 18.5 hours on Baleària's Rosalind Franklin
- About one sailing a week, in the timetable from September to January - check dates
- Check-in in Valencia: Baleària asks you at the port up to 9 hrs before departure - passport and visa compulsory
Route guide
Ferry Valencia - Algiers at a glance
Table of Contents
Everything on the Valencia - Algiers route with Baleària: getting to the terminal in Valencia, check-in time and travel documents, the night on board the Rosalind Franklin, vehicle and pet information, and arrival at the Gare Maritime in Algiers.
Getting there and the Valencia terminal
Baleària departs from its own Estación Marítima at Muelle Turia in the port of Valencia. From the V-30 and the A-7, follow the signs for “Puerto - Terminal Pasajeros”; there are guarded parking areas right by the quay. Without a car, EMT buses run to the Pont de les Drassanes stop, from where it's around 15 minutes on foot to the terminal.
Check-in and border formalities
Valencia - Algiers is an international crossing outside the EU. For its Algeria routes from Valencia, Baleària states a check-in window of up to nine hours before departure, during which passport, customs and vehicle checks are carried out; the time that applies to your booking is shown on your ticket. At check-in the operator requires a valid passport and a visa applied for in advance; a national ID card is not accepted.
On board the Rosalind Franklin
The Rosalind Franklin has room for over 2,000 people. For the night you can choose between twin and four-berth cabins, inside and outside, a VIP cabin with an outside view and sofa, or cheaper Superior and Standard seats. You're catered for in the self-service restaurant and cafeteria; there's also a prayer room, a children's play area, an on-board shop, a cinema and paid satellite WiFi.
Vehicle, motorhome and pet
Cars and motorbikes travel on the vehicle deck; give the vehicle details when booking. For the temporary import into Algeria you need the vehicle registration document, driving licence and insurance with a green card - other requirements are covered in the guide Motorhome. Baleària does not list the Rosalind Franklin as a pet-friendly ship; confirm arrangements for your pet with the operator before booking and read the entry rules in the guide Dog and pet.
Arrival in Algiers and onward travel
The ferry docks at the Gare Maritime on the Mole El-Djazair, right in the heart of the capital. Before leaving the port you go through passport and customs control; after that you're quickly in the centre on foot or by taxi, or straight onto the Algerian road network with your own vehicle.
Tickets and fares
Baleària does not publish fixed from-prices; what your crossing costs is shown in the booking window for your travel date. The price depends on season, accommodation and vehicle, and booking early is usually cheaper. The specific sailings are listed in the timetable.
Valencia - Algiers
Overnight to the Algerian capital with Baleària
The Valencia - Algiers route connects the Spanish Mediterranean coast directly with the Algerian capital. Baleària deploys the Rosalind Franklin, a ferry with room for over 2,000 people, cabins, a self-service restaurant, a prayer room and a cinema. The crossing takes around 18.5 hours and runs overnight - a cabin is worth booking.
The service runs at about one sailing a week; the timetable currently lists dates from September to January, with Baleària running its own seasonal programme over the summer months. Algiers is not a Schengen destination: you need a passport and visa, and the operator requires a long lead time at the port. The ferry docks centrally at the Gare Maritime in Algiers.
- Crossing
- approx. 18.5 hrs
- Operator
- Baleària
- Frequency
- about weekly
- From price
- €85
Next sailings
Ferry Valencia - Algiers
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Baleària's Valencia - Algiers ferry
How long does the crossing from Valencia to Algiers take?+
Allow around 18.5 hours; depending on the sailing, crossing times range from 18.5 to 19.5 hours. The ferry sails overnight, so a cabin or a reserved seat is worth booking.
How often does the ferry sail, and where do I find the timetable?+
Baleària sails this route about once a week; the timetable currently lists sailings from September to January, while summer follows the operator's seasonal programme. Because dates vary, check your travel date in the timetable before booking.
What determines the fare?+
What your crossing costs is shown in the booking window for your travel date. The price depends on season, accommodation (seat or cabin) and vehicle; foot passengers pay considerably less. All routes compared can be found under Prices & Costs.
Are there cabins on board?+
Yes, the Rosalind Franklin offers twin and four-berth cabins, inside and outside, as well as VIP cabins; cheaper options include Superior seats, Standard seats or places in the cafeteria area. For the night on board, a cabin is the most comfortable choice.
Can I bring my car or motorhome?+
Yes, cars and motorbikes travel on the vehicle deck. For the temporary import into Algeria you need the vehicle registration document, driving licence and insurance with a green card; details for campers are covered in the guide Motorhome.
Can my pet come on board?+
Baleària does not list the Rosalind Franklin as a pet-friendly ship in its fleet overview. Confirm arrangements for your pet with the operator directly before booking. What Algeria requires for entry with a pet is summarised in the guide Dog and pet.
Do I need a visa for Algeria?+
Yes. At check-in, Baleària requires a valid passport and a visa applied for in advance; a national ID card is not accepted for Algeria. Apply for the visa in good time before travel at the Algerian mission in your home country.