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4 best day trips from Ibiza
Where to go when you want a day away from Ibiza, and how long it really takes.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
The classic day trip from Ibiza is Formentera (About 30 minutes by fast ferry). The closest option is Espalmador, about 15 km away.
Key facts
- Day trips in this guide
- 4
- Closest
- Espalmador (15 km)
- Most popular
- Formentera
Day trips compared
| Destination | Distance | Travel time | How | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Formentera | 20 km | About 30 minutes by fast ferry | Fast ferry from Ibiza Town to La Savina | Beach, Couples, Families, First-timers |
| Espalmador | 15 km | About 30–45 minutes by boat | Boat excursion from Ibiza Town or Formentera | Beach, Couples, Quiet stays |
| Portinatx and the north coast | 27 km | About 35 minutes by car | Car or bus from Ibiza Town via Sant Joan | Families, Quiet stays, Beach |
| Santa Agnès de Corona | 20 km | About 30 minutes by car | Car from Ibiza Town or Sant Antoni | Quiet stays, Couples |
The day trips
20 km · About 30 minutes by fast ferry
1.Formentera
The smallest inhabited Balearic island has long white-sand beaches such as Ses Illetes and Llevant, inside the Ses Salines Natural Park, with turquoise water over Posidonia meadows. Hire a bike, scooter or car at La Savina to reach the beaches, the lighthouse at Cap de Barbaria and the village of Sant Francesc.
- Getting there
- Fast ferry from Ibiza Town to La Savina
- Best for
- Beach, Couples, Families, First-timers
15 km · About 30–45 minutes by boat
2.Espalmador
An uninhabited islet between Ibiza and Formentera with a white-sand beach, S'Alga, and crystal-clear water. It is visited by excursion boats and private yachts, and has no shops or facilities, so bring everything you need.
- Getting there
- Boat excursion from Ibiza Town or Formentera
- Best for
- Beach, Couples, Quiet stays
27 km · About 35 minutes by car
3.Portinatx and the north coast
The green, hilly north has small coves with shallow water at Portinatx, the quiet bay of Cala Xarraca and the village of Sant Joan de Labritja, known for its Sunday market and whitewashed church.
- Getting there
- Car or bus from Ibiza Town via Sant Joan
- Best for
- Families, Quiet stays, Beach
20 km · About 30 minutes by car
4.Santa Agnès de Corona
A tiny village on a plateau in the north-west surrounded by terraces of almond, carob and fig trees, which turn white with almond blossom in late winter. Walking trails lead to cliff viewpoints over the sea.
- Getting there
- Car from Ibiza Town or Sant Antoni
- Best for
- Quiet stays, Couples
Day-trip tips
- Leave early: most trips are more relaxed with a morning departure and a return before dinner.
- Summer buses to popular beaches fill quickly; catch an early one or check the timetable for return times.
- For trips over about 150 km, an overnight stay or an organised tour saves a lot of travelling.
Questions travellers ask
+What is the best day trip from Ibiza?
Formentera. The smallest inhabited Balearic island has long white-sand beaches such as Ses Illetes and Llevant, inside the Ses Salines Natural Park, with turquoise water over Posidonia meadows.
+How long does it take to get from Ibiza to Formentera?
About 30 minutes by fast ferry — Fast ferry from Ibiza Town to La Savina, about 20 km.
+How long does it take to get from Ibiza to Espalmador?
About 30–45 minutes by boat — Boat excursion from Ibiza Town or Formentera, about 15 km.