The cheapest and fastest ferries from Melilla to Almeria
Cheapest price
$143
Average price
$197
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Melilla to Almeria is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Melilla to Almeria will cost around $197 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $143.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Melilla for Almeria on Wed, Feb 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct ferries cover the 177 km distance in an average of 6 h 16 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 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.
VOLCAN DE TIMANFAYA
BAHAMA MAMA
VOLCAN DE TIMANFAYA
BAHAMA MAMATravel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Melilla to Almeria
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Melilla to Almeria among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €70, and a ferry costs an average of €42.
Distance: 95 nautical miles (177 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€84 Average price | €75 Average price Cheapest |
7h 53m Average total duration 6h 53m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 9h 48m Average total duration Fastest 6h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Melilla to Almeria Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Naviera Armas | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 7h01 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Naviera Armas | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed |
Live departures
Melilla to Almeria ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Melilla to Almeria ferries for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
VOLCAN DE TIMANFAYA | 2:30 PM Port of Melilla | 5h30 | 8:00 PM Port of Almeria | 0 transfersDirect | |
JUAN J. SISTER | 10:00 PM Nador | 8h00 | 6:00 AM Port of Almeria | 0 transfersDirect | |
BAHAMA MAMA | 10:59 PM Nador | 7h01 | 6:00 AM Port of Almeria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, February 4 | |||||
![]() | 8:00 AM Melilla | 5h30 | 1:30 PM Almeria | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Melilla to Almeria ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Naviera Armas?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Naviera Armas, but also compare tickets for the likes of GNV or Balearia to find the best option for your trip from Melilla to Almeria.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Naviera Armas with all available travel options, which are flight and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Melilla to Almeria.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper or Rome2rio?
- Official reseller: Naviera Armas tickets can only be bought on Omio or Naviera Armas's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Naviera Armas tickets. Ferryhopper or Rome2rio do not sell Naviera Armas tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Melilla to Almeria.
Offers and deals from Melilla to Almeria
Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Melilla to Almeria and choose the solutions that best suit your needs. Below, you will find a selection of the most popular offers proposed by Balearia

Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Melilla to Almeria
Ferries from Melilla to Almeria run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 53m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $53 (€42) if you book in advance.
There are 4 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 22 sailings per week. Ferries from Melilla to Almeria are available to foot passengers.



Distance 95 nautical miles (177 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€42) |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 22 |
Fastest ferry 5h 0m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Naviera Armas, Balearia, GNV from Melilla to AlmeriaYou can travel by ferry between Melilla to Almeria with Naviera Armas, Balearia, GNV for as low as $53 (€42). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Naviera Armas
Balearia
GNV
FAQs: Ferry from Melilla to Almeria
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Melilla to Almeria 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 Almeria, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Melilla to Almeria
- 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
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Restaurante Marisquería Baviera (0.3km)
- Restaurante Salmantice (0.7km)
- Restaurante La Barquilla (0.9km)
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Almería and Tele Taxi Almería.
- Free
- Bus Line 30, Stop: Estación Marítima
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