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Museo de Historia, Arqueología y Etnografía de Melilla
City museum inside Melilla la Vieja with archaeology, history and exhibitions that explain the fortress and the city’s layered past.
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Almeria to Melilla is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Almeria to Melilla will cost around €85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €85.
On Mon, Nov 09, we found 1 ferries from Almeria to Melilla, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 09 the direct ferries cover the 177 km distance in an average of 7 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h .
On Mon, Nov 09 the slowest ferries will take 7 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.
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Ferries from Almeria to Melilla run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 12m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €43 if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 95 nautical miles (177 km) distance in 5h 0m. There are 9 sailings per week. Ferries from Almeria to Melilla are available to foot passengers.





Distance 95 nautical miles (177 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price €43 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 9 |
Fastest ferry 5h 0m |
First ferry 1:00 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Almeria to Melilla.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
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Operator Balearia | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
The table below shows live departures for Almeria to Melilla ferries for today, Sunday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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VISBORG | 2:00 PM Port of Almeria | 7h00 | 8:00 PM Nador (Beni Ansar) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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City museum inside Melilla la Vieja with archaeology, history and exhibitions that explain the fortress and the city’s layered past.
Space focused on sacred art and religious heritage, housed in the old city and useful for understanding local traditions and devotion.
Museum dedicated to military history, uniforms and fortifications. A strong complement to visits around Melilla’s defensive complex.
Grand central square framed by major civic buildings and fountains. The best starting point for appreciating Melilla’s urban design and architecture.
Modernist avenue lined with notable Enrique Nieto buildings. Ideal for walking and discovering Melilla’s outstanding Art Deco heritage.
Fortified old quarter of narrow lanes, small plazas and sea overlooks. Best explored slowly for atmosphere and layered history.
A rich fish stew made with local catch, potatoes and peppers. It reflects Melilla’s port culture and the strong Andalusian and North African influence on local cooking.
Couscous is widely eaten in Melilla, often steamed and served with vegetables, chickpeas, lamb or chicken, showing the city’s close culinary ties to nearby Morocco.
Small flaky pastries filled with almond paste and dusted with sugar. They are a classic sweet in Melilla, especially popular in bakeries during celebrations.
Established seafood restaurant known for fresh fish, rice dishes and a classic dining room. A dependable choice for traditional Melilla coastal cooking.
Popular casual spot for tapas, grilled seafood and Spanish standards. Lively atmosphere and good for sampling several local flavors in one meal.
Well-known restaurant with Mediterranean and Spanish dishes, including fish and meat plates. More polished atmosphere suited to a longer dinner.
Moderate for Spain. Hotels can rise in peak periods, but meals and local buses are usually reasonable for tourists.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. In cafes and taxis, small change or rounding up is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Almeria 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.

Most Almeria to Melilla ferries use the Port of Almeria to Port of Melilla port pair. Use this guide to compare Almeria and Melilla ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Almeria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurante Marisquería Baviera (0.3km), Restaurante Salmantice (0.7km), Restaurante La Barquilla (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the main terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Almeria.
Available at Port of Almeria: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Port of Melilla is 1 km from Melilla city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Melilla has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurante Miguel Benítez (0.3km), Restaurante El Caracol Moderno (0.7km), Restaurante La Traviata (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Melilla.
Available at Port of Melilla: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Melilla.
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