The cheapest and fastest ferries from Motril to Melilla
Cheapest price
€79
Average price
€79
Fastest journey
7 h 1 m
Average duration
7 h 1 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Motril to Melilla is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Motril to Melilla will cost around €79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €79.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Motril for Melilla on Sat, Mar 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 the direct ferries cover the 170 km distance in an average of 7 h 1 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 1 m .
On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest ferries will take 7 h 1 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare ferry and flight for Motril to Melilla
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Motril to Melilla among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €42, and a flight costs an average of €50.
Distance: 91 nautical miles (170 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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€67 Average price Cheapest | €76 Average price |
9h 18m Average total duration 8h 18m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration Fastest 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Motril to Melilla Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 7h01 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Naviera Armas | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Fri, Sun |
Operator Naviera Armas | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Naviera Armas | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Motril to Melilla ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Motril to Melilla ferries for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
JUAN J. SISTER | 9:00 PM Port of Almeria | 11h00 | 8:00 AM Nador | 0 transfersDirect | |
VOLCAN DE TIMANFAYA | 10:30 PM Port of Motril | 7h00 | 5:30 AM Port of Melilla | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Motril to Melilla ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Balearia?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Balearia, but also compare tickets for the likes of Naviera Armas or GNV to find the best option for your trip from Motril to Melilla.
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Why book with Omio over Rome2rio, Directferries or Ferryhopper?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Naviera Armas or GNV to find the best option for your trip from Motril to Melilla.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and flight to find the ideal travel option from Motril to Melilla.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Motril to Melilla
Ferries from Motril to Melilla run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 18m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €42 if you book in advance.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 91 nautical miles (170 km) distance in 6h 0m. There are 27 sailings per week. Ferries from Motril to Melilla are available to foot passengers.



Distance 91 nautical miles (170 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 27 |
Fastest ferry 6h 0m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Balearia, Naviera Armas, GNV from Motril to MelillaYou can travel by ferry between Motril to Melilla with Balearia, Naviera Armas, GNV for as low as €42. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Motril to Melilla
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motril to Melilla by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Melilla, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Motril to Melilla
- 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Restaurante Katena (0.3km)
- Restaurante El Puerto (0.5km)
- Restaurante El Chaleco (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxi Motril and Radio Taxi Costa Tropical.
- Free
- Bus Line M-3, Stop: Puerto de Motril
- 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Restaurante Miguel Benítez (0.3km)
- Restaurante El Caracol Moderno (0.7km)
- Restaurante La Traviata (0.9km)
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Melilla and Tele Taxi Melilla.
- Free
- Bus Line 2, Stop: Puerto
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