Barcelona to Palma Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Barcelona, Spain to Palma, Spain. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance: 147.9 nm; nautical miles
Under Sail: 30 hours; at 5 knots
Under Power: 15 hours; at 10 knots
Best Time: May-October; Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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Distance: 147.9 nautical miles

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This map shows the direct sea route from Barcelona to Palma. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a moderately indirect coastal passage: the navigable route runs 33% longer than the 111 nm direct line, its heading turning from south-southeast to west-northwest.

Sea distance: 147.9 nm (273.8 km)
Direct line: 110.8 nm33% longer
Great-circle bearing: 169° (south)
Sea area: Western Mediterranean
Geographic extent: 1.9° × 0.5°
Crossing: Domestic · Same region
From: Barcelona (Spain) 41.3658, 2.1583
To: Palma (Spain) 39.5538, 2.6225
Route basis: Sea-lane route

Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speed	Duration
5 kn	30 hours
8 kn	18 hours
10 kn	15 hours
12 kn	12 hours

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

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Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Barcelona to Palma Route

Linking Barcelona and Palma de Mallorca, this single-day crossing within one country crossing linking the mainland to an island anchorage sits in the Mediterranean region — a passage shaped by the cold, gusty Mistral off the Gulf of Lion, strongest in winter and spring.

The lane links Barcelona (Spain) and Palma de Mallorca (Spain), between neighbouring ports of the same region.

Navigation Tips

•A single-day crossing within one country passage in the Mediterranean region typically requires planning for the cold, gusty Mistral off the Gulf of Lion, strongest in winter and spring.
•A single-day crossing leg in Mediterranean benefits from waypoint planning and verified fuel availability.
•Confirm operating hours and clearance procedures for this within one country crossing between neighbouring ports of the same region, since rules vary by port.
•Verify that emergency equipment matches the demands of a single-day crossing leg in Mediterranean.
•Documentation requirements differ for within one country passages between neighbouring ports of the same region; verify cruising permits in advance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Barcelona to Palma by sea?

Approximately 147.9 nautical miles separate Barcelona and Palma by sea, making this a single-day crossing leg in Mediterranean.

How long does it take to sail from Barcelona to Palma?

Expect about 15 hours – 30 hours for a single-day crossing run of 147.9 nautical miles between neighbouring ports of the same region.

What's the best time to sail from Barcelona to Palma?

Peak sailing season here is May-October; year-round, Mediterranean routes contend with the cold, gusty Mistral off the Gulf of Lion, strongest in winter and spring.

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