The cheapest and fastest ferries from Motril to Melilla
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€53
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€53
Fastest journey on Sep 18
6 h
Average journey duration on Sep 18
6 h
Ferries on Sep 18
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 €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 1 ferries from Motril to Melilla, including 1 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct ferries cover the 170 km distance in an average of 6 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest ferries will take 6 h 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.
RUSADIR3:00 PM6h00Port of Málaga9:00 PMPort of Melilla€531One-way0 transfers
RUSADIR3:00 PM6h00Port of Málaga9:00 PMPort of Melilla€531One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
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 an average ticket price of €76 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 2m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €76, while a flight costs an average of €95.
Distance: 91 nautical miles (170 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€76 Average price Cheapest | €95 Average price | €3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 1m Average total duration 7h 1m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular ferry company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Motril to Melilla:
A ferry is €19 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Motril to Melilla costing on average €95.
Other travel options to Melilla take longer:
Ferry takes on average 7h 1m.
Motril to Melilla Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 8h01 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Live departures
Motril to Melilla ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Motril to Melilla ferries for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RUSADIR | 3:00 PM Port of Málaga | 6h00 | 9:00 PM Port of Melilla | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Motril to Melilla by ferry or flight
Compare ferry and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Motril to Melilla ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Naviera Armas S.A.?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Naviera Armas S.A., but also compare tickets for the likes of Balearia, Gnv or Africa Morocco Link to find the best option for your trip from Motril to Melilla.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Motril to Melilla
Ferries from Motril to Melilla run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 1m. 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 5h 0m. There are 25 sailings per week. Ferries from Motril to Melilla are available to foot passengers.




Distance 91 nautical miles (170 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price €42 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 25 |
Fastest ferry 5h 0m |
First ferry 1:00 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Ferry operators: Naviera Armas S.A., Balearia, Gnv, Africa Morocco Link from Motril to MelillaYou can travel by ferry between Motril to Melilla with Naviera Armas S.A., Balearia, Gnv, Africa Morocco Link for as low as €42. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Naviera Armas S.A.
Balearia
Gnv
Africa Morocco Link
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
Most Motril to Melilla ferries use the Port of Almeria to Nador (Beni Ansar) port pair. Use this guide to compare Motril and Melilla ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Motril port do ferries to Melilla leave from?
Getting to Port of Motril from Motril city centre
Port of Motril is 3 km from Motril city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Motril port facilities and services
Port of Motril has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Katena (0.3km), Restaurante El Puerto (0.5km), Restaurante El Chaleco (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Motril.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Motril: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Motril.
Getting to Port of Melilla from Melilla city centre
Port of Melilla is 1 km from Melilla city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Melilla port facilities and services
Port of Melilla has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Miguel Benítez (0.3km), Restaurante El Caracol Moderno (0.7km), Restaurante La Traviata (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Melilla.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Melilla: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Melilla.


