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Ferry from Motril to Melilla

Depending on the season their are about 3 weekly sailings between Motril and Melilla. 2 ferry operators provide the ferries from Motril to Melilla, Naviera Armas & Balearia.Motril Melilla ferries take around 6 hours 50 minutes. The ferry costs between $128 and $1061, 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.

What's the ferry schedule from Motril to Melilla?

The earliest Motril Melilla ferry typically departs Motril at about 23:00 and the last ferry usually leaves at 23:59.

How long is the ferry from Motril to Melilla?

Ferries from Motril to Melilla sail in around 6 hours 50 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 6 hours 1 minute. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Motril Melilla Ferry Operator Schedules

There is 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.

How much does the ferry cost from Motril to Melilla?

The price of a ferry from Motril to Melilla typically range between $128* and $1061*. On average the Motril Melilla ferry is $489*. The cheapest Motril Melilla ferry prices start from $128*. The average price for a foot passenger is $135*. The average price for a car is $577*.

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.

What is the distance from Motril to Melilla?

The distance between Motril to Melilla is approximately 107 miles (173km) or 93 nautical miles.

Can I travel on the ferry from Motril to Melilla with a car?

Yes, Motril Melilla ferries allow cars onboard with Naviera Armas & Balearia between Motril and Melilla. To view car ferry tickets and prices between Motril and Melilla use our Deal Finder.

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

Naviera Armas & Balearia allow foot passengers on Motril Melilla ferries.

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

Currently, are not permitted to board 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 A$398*
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 typical crossing time for ferries from Motril to Melilla is approximately 7h 15m. This is a rough guide for ferry duration as it can differ on type of ship and operator.

How much is the ferry from Motril to Melilla?

The average price of a ferry from Motril to Melilla is approximately 374 €. The price is typically a bit higher during peak season. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Motril to Melilla?

Motril to Melilla is operated by 2 ferry companies. The operators that provide this service are
  • Naviera Armas
  • Balearia

How can I book ferry tickets from Motril to Melilla?

Ferries from Motril to Melilla are available for booking through our deal finder, with live prices, timetables and operators.

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

Yes, you can currently 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

Timetables between 20/1/2025 and 26/1/2025


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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