How to get to Colonia de Sant Jordi
Colonia de Sant Jordi is a picturesque tourist destination and village in Mallorca, on the south coast of the municipality of Ses Salines, in the Migjorn region or district. It is known for its marina, its idyllic beaches, and its salt flats. It is a popular destination that combines its fishing heritage with modern tourist services, offering activities such as water sports, hiking, bird watching, and access to the Cabrera archipelago.
Location and access to Colonia de San Llordi
Colonia de Sant Jordi is located at the southern tip of Mallorca, in the municipality of Ses Salines. To get there, you can go by car, taking the Ma-19 from Palma and then the Ma-6040 towards Campos, or by public transport, using bus lines from Palma Intermodal Station. The rental car option is the most flexible and recommended, especially if you want to explore the surrounding area.
How to get to Colonia de San Llordi? Getting there by car
To get to Colonia de Sant Jordi from Palma by car, the most direct route is to take the Ma-19 south, passing through Lluchmajor and then heading towards Campos and finally the Colonia. Another option is to take the Ma-19 and, after about 24 km, keep right towards Campos/Felanitx/Santanyí, turn at the roundabout, and follow the signs. The journey takes approximately 55 minutes on the Ma-19 or about 45-50 minutes, approximately, shorter, on the most direct route to Campos.
Main route
Getting to Colonia de Sant Jordi from Palma: Take the Ma-19 southbound (towards the airport and the south of the island). After Lluchmajor, continue towards Campos. Once in Campos, follow the signs for Colonia de Sant Jordi. This route is shorter than the one along the coast.
Alternative route (longer)
Getting to Colonia de Sant Jordi from Palma: Take the Ma-19 southbound. Follow the Ma-19 for about 24 km. Keep right towards Campos/Felanitx/Santanyí. Continue along the road until you see the signs for Colonia de Sant Jordi. This route runs along the coast and is more scenic.
Travel time: The journey takes between 45 and 60 minutes, depending on the route you choose.
Public transport: A rental car is the most recommended option as public transport lines are limited and the route is long.
How to get to Colonia de San Llordi? Getting there by bus
To get to Colònia de Sant Jordi by bus, the best option is the 517 line from stations such as Santanyí or Llucmajor. From Palma, the bus journey may involve transfers and take around 1 hour and 33 minutes, departing from Estació Intermodal or Plaça de la Constitució and arriving at La Verge 1 station.
Bus from Palma to Colonia Sant Jordi
The 517 bus departs from Plaça Constitució and arrives at La Verge 1. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 33 minutes, including transfers. There are also other options combining train and bus that take up to 2 hours and 18 minutes. Schedules may be more limited outside thehigh tourist season in summer.
Bus from other towns to Colonia Sant Jordi
From Santanyí: takeline 517 from the Cas Canonge 2 stop to Roada 517. The journey takesabout 14 minutes and costs between €3 and €5.From Llucmajor: takethe 501 bus from Llucmajor est 2 to La Verge 2, then take the 517 busto Roada 517. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes.
Important notes about your destination Colonia de San Llordi
Onceyou arrive at your destination, the center of Colonia de Sant Jordi is compact and can beeasily explored on foot. Having a car makes it easier tovisit more distant beaches or take trips to nearby towns.
Bus lines connecting to Colonia Sant Jordi
The main bus lines connecting to Colònia de Sant Jordi are the 517, which connects Santanyí with Colònia de Sant Jordi and Campos, and the 508, which connects Sa Ràpita with Palma, stopping at Colònia de Sant Jordi. In addition, there are other lines that connect with nearby towns and may require a transfer, such as those that go to Campos or Ses Salines, from where you can connect with Colònia de Sant Jordi.
Direct lines to Colonia Sant Jordi
Line 517: Connects Santanyí, Es Llombards, and Ses Salines with Colònia de Sant Jordi.
Line 508: Connects Sa Ràpita with Palma, stopping at Colònia de Sant Jordi.
Lines with transfer to Colonia Sant Jordi
Lines to Campos: Several lines, such as the 515 from Cala d’Or to Campos or the A51 from Campos to the airport, take you to Campos, from where you can take line 517 to Colònia de Sant Jordi.
Lines to Ses Salines: Some lines, such as the one from Cala Figuera to Campos (516), take you to Ses Salines, from where you can take line 517 to Colònia de Sant Jordi.
Additional tips
Buying a ticket: You can buy your ticket directly from the driver on board the bus, but it is important to know that only cash tickets up to 10 euros are accepted. Another option is to purchase a prepaid card in advance at authorized points of sale. Payment can also be made directly with a contactless bank card, and up to five people can travel with the same card, benefiting from discounts per user. In this case, it is essential to validate the card both when boarding and alighting from the bus so that the system can calculate the cost of the journey correctly.
Please note that some lines are express and do not make all stops.
To plan your trip, we recommend checking the timetables on the TIB (Transport de les Illes Balears) website.
How to get to Colonia de Sant Jordi? Getting there by taxi
You can also get there by taxi to if you are looking for a faster option. A taxi from Palma de Mallorca airport to Colonia de Sant Jordi takes approximately 40 minutes and costs around €70 during the day (6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.) and €75 at night and on weekends. The time and price may vary depending on the route, time, and taxi company, as there may be a slight increase due to the meter or supplements.
And that’s it for this brief overview of how to get to Colonia de Sant Jordi, 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
