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Ferry from Motril to Melilla

The Motril Melilla ferry is serviced by 2 ferry companies: Naviera Armas & Balearia. Motril Melilla ferries take around 6 hours 50 minutes. The ferry costs between £63 and £528, 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 Motril to Melilla.

Motril Melilla Ferry Times

The first Motril Melilla ferry typically departs from Motril at around 23:00. The last ferry usually departs at 23:59.

How long is the ferry from Motril to Melilla?

The Motril Melilla ferry trip can take around 6 hours 50 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 6 hours 1 minute with Naviera Armas. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Motril Melilla Ferry Operator Schedules

There are 3 weekly sailings from Motril to Melilla provided by Naviera Armas & Balearia. Timetables can change from season to season.

Naviera Armas provide 3 sailings weekly. Balearia provide 1 sailing weekly.

Motril Melilla Ferry Prices

Motril Melilla ferry prices typically range between £63* and £528*. The average price is typically £243*. The cheapest Motril Melilla ferry prices start from £63*. The average price for a foot passenger is £67*. The average price for a car is £287*.

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 January 25.

How far is it from Motril to Melilla?

The distance between Motril to Melilla is approximately 107.2 miles (172.5km) or 93 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Motril Melilla ferry?

Yes, Naviera Armas & Balearia ferries allow cars on board ferries between Motril and Melilla. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Motril and Melilla.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Motril to Melilla?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Naviera Armas & Balearia ferries between Motril and Melilla.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Motril to Melilla?

Pets are currently not allowed on board the ferries from Motril to Melilla.

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Motril - Melilla Route summary
Departure Country Spain
Destination Country Spain
No. of Operators 1
Operators Balearia
Average Price £203*
Average Weekly Sailings 2
Average Sailing Duration 7h 30m
First Ferry 23:00
Distance 93 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

Most popular questions

How long is the ferry from Motril to Melilla?

The ferry crossing time from Motril to Melilla is approximately 7h 15m. Sailing durations may vary from season to season and by operator so we’d advise doing a live check.

How much is the ferry from Motril to Melilla?

Motril to Melilla ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Motril to Melilla is £320. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Motril to Melilla?

There are 2 popular ferry operators for Motril to Melilla. These are
  • Naviera Armas
  • Balearia

How can I book ferry tickets from Motril to Melilla?

Book ferries from Motril to Melilla through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Motril to Melilla?

Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Motril to Melilla with
  • Balearia

Can you take your car on the ferry from Motril to Melilla?

Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Motril to Melilla with
  • Balearia

How far is Melilla from Motril?

The distance between Motril to Melilla is approximately 93 nautical Miles.

Motril Guide

Located in the Spanish province of Granada is the town of Motril which is the second largest town located on the Mediterranean Sea coast.. The town is around 70 km from the city of Granada, close to the Guadalfeo River and nestling in the foothills of the Sierra Lujar mountains, midway between Malaga and Almeria. For any visitor choosing to explore the delights of the coastal and inland region of Andalusia, Motril is the perfect town in which to be based. The many tourists who visit the town enjoy its beaches and sunny weather, the lovely local produce and the town and surrounding region's cultural heritage. The town is also the main shopping hub for the Costa Tropical and therefore has excellent shops, a hypermarket, bars, restaurants and nightclubs.

Granada's coast enjoys a subtropical climate, and its clear, warm, waters of the Mediterranean Sea make it the perfect location for water sports. Scuba divers also head to the area to experience one of the most beautiful sea floors on the Andalusian coastline.

In the pretty marina you will find water sports facilities and boat excursions. Ferries from the port depart to Melilla, Al Hoceima and Nador.


Melilla Guide

The Spanish administered city of Melilla is located on the north west coast of Africa, and shares a border with Morocco and is separated from the Spanish province of Grenada and Almeria by the Alboran Sea. Also located close to the city is the Moroccan settlement of Beni Ansar, which is to the south, and is the nearest Moroccan city is Nador. Like the city of Ceuta, Melilla used to be a free port before Spain joined the European Union and in 2011 the population stood at just under 80,000 which is made up of Spaniards, ethnic Riffian Berbers and a small number of ethnic Spanish Jews. The two most spoken languages in the city are Spanish and Riffian-Berber although the only official language is Spanish.

From Melilla's port there are several daily connections to Almeria and Malaga in Spain. Many people travelling between Europe and Morocco use the ferry links to Melilla, both for passengers and for freight.

Motril to Melilla Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 20/01/2025 and 26/01/2025


Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Naviera Armas 23:59 07:00 7 hours 1 minute Mon, Fri, Sat
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