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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Málaga to Melilla
Cheapest price
$53
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
207 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Málaga to Melilla is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Málaga to Melilla will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Málaga for Melilla on Sun, Jan 18, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 18 the direct ferries cover the 207 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h .
On Sun, Jan 18 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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Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Málaga to Melilla
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Málaga to Melilla among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €67.
Distance: 111 nautical miles (207 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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€60 Average price Cheapest | €184 Average price |
7h 35m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Málaga to Melilla Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Naviera Armas | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Live departures
Málaga to Melilla ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Málaga to Melilla ferries for tomorrow, Sunday, January 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RUSADIR | 4:00 PM Port of Málaga | 6h00 | 10:00 PM Port of Melilla | 0 transfersDirect | |
| VOLCAN DE TIMANFAYA | 10:30 PM Port of Motril | 7h00 | 5:30 AM Port of Melilla | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Málaga to Melilla
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Ferries from Málaga to Melilla run on average 2 times per day, taking around 6h 35m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 111 nautical miles (207 km) distance in 5h 0m. There are 12 sailings per week. Ferries from Málaga to Melilla are available to foot passengers.
Distance 111 nautical miles (207 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 12 |
Fastest ferry 5h 0m |
First ferry 00:30 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Málaga to Melilla start from as low as $47 (€38) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $74 (€60) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 2 daily trains from Málaga to Melilla with 2 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 5h 0m but the average duration is 6h 35m
Train Operators
- Travel from Málaga to Melilla with Balearia, Naviera Armas, and Trasmed GLE
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Balearia.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Port of Málaga and arrive in Port of Melilla
- First train typically departs at 12:30 AM and the last at 11:30 PM
Ferry operators: Balearia, Naviera Armas, Trasmed GLE from Málaga to MelillaYou can travel by ferry between Málaga to Melilla with Balearia, Naviera Armas, Trasmed GLE for as low as $47 (€38). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Balearia
Naviera Armas
Trasmed GLE
FAQs: Ferry from Málaga to Melilla
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Málaga 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.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Málaga, which is located around 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Melilla, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Málaga to Melilla
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Restaurante El Palmeral (0.3km)
- La Deriva (0.6km)
- Restaurante Toro Muelle Uno (0.8km)
- Main companies are Taxi Unión and Unitaxi.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Paseo del Parque
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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