How to get to Andratx?

How to get to Andratx? Andratx is located in the southwest of Mallorca, in the Balearic Islands, Spain, at the foot of the Serra de Tramuntana mountains and about 30 km from the capital, Palma. It is characterized by a geography that combines inland valleys, with the town of Andratx located inland for historical reasons, and a spectacular coastline with Port d’Andratx and other coastal towns.

Structure and Location

Andratx borders Estellencs to the northeast and Calvià to the east. The rest of the municipality, which includes the coast, borders the Mediterranean Sea. The municipality consists of six main towns: Andratx, S’Arracó, Sa Coma–Son Curt (inland) and Port d’Andratx, Sant Elm, and Camp de Mar (on the coast).

How to get to Andratx

To get to Andratx, you can go by car (approximately 40 minutes from Palma airport, following the Ma-19, Ma-20 and then the Ma-1) or by public transport. By bus, the most common option is to take line 1 from the airport to Plaça España and then change to the TIB 100 or 102 bus, which will take you directly to Andratx. There is also the option of arriving by taxi, the cost of which may vary depending on the departure point.

How to get to Andratx? Arriving by car

To get to Andratx by car, take the Ma-1 highway from Palma airport, which becomes the main road to the town. The journey takes approximately 30-40 minutes and the road is well signposted. Once in Andratx, there are several car parks available, some of which are usually paid during high season and free in winter.

From Palma airport: Take the Ma-19 towards Palma, then the Ma-20 (the ring road) and finally the Ma-1 to reach Andratx.

Estimated time: About 40 minutes.

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Itinerary by car

From Palma airport: Head towards the Ma-19 in the direction of Palma, then take the Ma-20 (the ring road) and join the Ma-1 in the direction of Andratx.

From other areas of the island: The Ma-1 is the main access road from the south and southwest of Mallorca. Simply follow the signs to Andratx.

Parking in Andratx

Parking lots: There are several parking lots, both in the town and in Puerto de Andratx.

Rates: They are usually paid during the high tourist season, while in the winter months they are usually free.

How to get to Andratx? Arriving by taxi

Cost: This can vary depending on the starting point. From the airport, the estimated price is between €53 and €61. It is advisable to check with the taxi company or driver before starting the journey.

Estimated time: From Palma, the journey takes about 24 minutes.

How to get to Andratx? Arriving by public transport

The most relevant information about buses in Andratx is that the main lines are the 101 (which connects Palma with Port d’Andratx and runs every day) and the 122 (which connects the center of Andratx with Port d’Andratx). Schedules and frequencies vary, and it is important to be aware of possible service changes, such as those that have occurred in the past due to tunnel closures. You can pay in cash on board (tickets up to €10) or use a prepaid card, and single tickets can be purchased at the bus stop.

Lines and routes

Line 101: Connects Palma Intermodal Station with Port d’Andratx. It operates every day with a journey time of approximately 50 minutes.

Line 122: Connects the center of Andratx with Port d’Andratx. It is a fast option with a frequency of 30 minutes on weekdays and 25 minutes on Saturdays.

Ticket purchase

Cash: You can buy your ticket directly on the bus. Only bills up to €10 are accepted.

Contactless bank cards: and mobile devices compatible with Apple Pay and Google Pay, as on the entire TIB network in Mallorca. You must validate your card or device when boarding and alighting from the bus so that the correct fare can be calculated, always using the same card or device to validate your entry and exit.

Prepaid card: These can be purchased in advance at authorized points of sale.

Free travel: Children under 5 travel free when accompanied by an adult with a ticket.

Recommendations

Check the timetables and the latest information before your trip, as frequencies and routes may change. The EMT (Empresa Municipal de Transportes of Mallorca) bus services are reliable and usually reach most towns and cities on the island. It is advisable to download the timetables and maps in PDF format so that you can travel without an internet connection.

And that’s it for this brief guide to how to get to Andratx, in Mallorca. We hope it helps.

By the way: Are you coming to Mallorca on a tourist trip? If you find it helpful, you can also check out our travel guide to Mallorca and more tourist information about the island