Vila da Praia - Velas

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Vila da Praia - Velas

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Ferry from Vila da Praia to Velas

Depending on the season their are usually 2 daily and 4 weekly sailings between Vila da Praia and Velas. 2 ferry operators provide the ferries from Vila da Praia to Velas, Atlanticoline & Atlanticoline Vehicle. Vila da Praia Velas ferries take around 2 hours 35 minutes. The ferry costs between $96 and $191, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Vila da Praia to Velas.

What's the ferry schedule from Vila da Praia to Velas?

The earliest Vila da Praia Velas ferry typically departs Vila da Praia at about 19:35 and the last ferry usually leaves at 20:15.

How long is the ferry from Vila da Praia to Velas?

Ferries from Vila da Praia to Velas sail in around 2 hours 35 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Vila da Praia Velas Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 4 weekly sailings from Vila da Praia to Velas provided by Atlanticoline & Atlanticoline Vehicle. Timetables can change from season to season.

Atlanticoline provide 2 sailings weekly. Atlanticoline Vehicle provide 2 sailings weekly.

How much does the ferry cost fromVila da Praia to Velas?

The price of a ferry from Vila da Praia to Velas typically range between $96* and $191*. On average the Vila da Praia Velas ferry is 191*. The cheapest Vila da Praia Velas ferry prices start from $96*. The average price for a foot passenger is $191*. The average price for a car is $517*.

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 May 2026.

What is the distance from Vila da Praia to Velas?

The distance between Vila da Praia to Velas is approximately 28 miles (45km) or 24 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Vila da Praia to Velas with a car?

Yes, Vila da Praia Velas ferries allow cars onboard with Atlanticoline between Vila da Praia and Velas. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Vila da Praia and Velas use our Deal Finder.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Vila da Praia to Velas?

Atlanticoline & Atlanticoline Vehicle allow foot passengers on Vila da Praia Velas ferries.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Vila da Praia to Velas?

Currently, are not permitted to board ferries from Vila da Praia to Velas.

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Vila da Praia - Velas Ferry Route Prices 
Foot Passenger$191
1 Adult with Car$517
Vila da Praia - Velas Ferry Route Summary 
OriginGraciosa
DestinationSao Jorge
No. of Operators2
OperatorsAtlanticoline & Atlanticoline Vehicle
Average Price$191
Average Daily Sailings2
Average Weekly Sailings4
Average Sailing Duration2 h 35 m
Fastest Sailing Duration2 h 35 m
First Ferry19:35
Last Ferry20:15
Distance24 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 May 2026. 

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