Motril to Tangier ferry with Balearia

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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Motril to Tangier

Showing times and prices for Nov 30

Cheapest price

$74

Average price

$78

Fastest journey

7 h 30 m

Average duration

7 h 45 m

Ferries per day

2

Distance

232 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Motril to Tangier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Motril to Tangier will cost around $78 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $74.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Motril for Tangier on Sun, Nov 30, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Nov 30 the direct ferries cover the 232 km distance in an average of 7 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 30 m .

On Sun, Nov 30 the slowest ferries will take 8 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.

Balearia
11:30AM8h00
Motril
07:30PMTangier
$741One-way
0 transfers
Balearia
12:00PM7h30
Motril
07:30PMTangier
$821One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare flight and ferry for Motril to Tangier

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Motril to Tangier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €54, and a flight costs an average of €25.

Distance: 125 nautical miles (232 km)

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Flight

€68

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Cheapest

€187

Average price

8h 55m

Average total duration

7h 55m

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1h 0m

Additional time*

3h 55m

Average total duration

Fastest

55m

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3h 0m

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Balearia

Most popular ferry company

Ryanair

Most popular airline

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Live departures

Motril to Tangier ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Motril to Tangier ferries for today, Saturday, November 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 8:18 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
balearia11:30 AM Motril
8h00
7:30 PM Tangier0 transfersDirect
balearia12:00 PM Motril
7h30
7:30 PM Tangier0 transfersDirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Offers and deals from Motril to Tangier

Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Motril to Tangier and choose the solutions that best suit your needs. Below, you will find a selection of the most popular offers proposed by Balearia

Up to 25% off
Formentera: up to 25% off
Travel to Formentera with Balearia! Get up to 25% off return tickets for Spanish mainland to Formentera ferries sailing until the 31st of May, or between the 1st and the 31st of October 2024. Also get up to 15% off return tickets between Ibiza and Formentera, for sailings until the 31st of October 2024.

Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Motril to Tangier

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Ferries from Motril to Tangier run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 55m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $66 (€54) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.

There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:01, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 125 nautical miles (232 km) distance in 7h 30m. There are 5 sailings per week. Ferries from Motril to Tangier are available to foot passengers.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $31 (€25)
Official Omio partners on this route
Balearia
Distance
125 nautical miles (232 km)
Average sailing duration
7h 55m
Cheapest ticket price
$66 (€54)
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
5
Fastest ferry
7h 30m
First ferry
00:01
Last ferry
23:30
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $31 (€25)

Ferry operators: Balearia from Motril to TangierYou can travel by ferry between Motril to Tangier with Balearia for as low as $31 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Balearia

About
Balearia is a Spanish ferry company that operates a fleet of ferries that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Mediterranean Sea. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Barcelona, Spain. Balearia operates ferry services between mainland Spain, the Balearic Islands, and the Canary Islands, and also to North Africa. Balearia is known for its fast, comfortable, and reliable ferry services, providing a convenient and efficient way to travel between the islands.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 0m
Cheapest Price
$66 (€54)
Balearia frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed with additional fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24h before departure with varying fees
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafeteria and vending machines available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible vessels with adapted facilities and spaces
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers, dogs must be leashed and muzzled. Not allowed in restaurant areas
Cabin reservation
Available on most routes, various cabin types from standard to superior
Car on board

FAQs: Ferry from Motril to Tangier

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motril to Tangier 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 Tangier, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Motril to Tangier can start from as little as $64 (€52) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Motril to Tangier is $72 (€58); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The first ferry from Motril to Tangier leaves at 12: 01 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Motril to Tangier leaves at 11: 30 PM.
There is 1 ferry a day from Motril to Tangier which require at least one change with Balearia. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Motril to Tangier with Balearia
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Motril to Tangier is possible with Balearia.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Motril to Tangier is possible with with Balearia. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need book your travel to the departure port check our trains, buses and flight options on Omio.
Take the Motril to Tangier ferry with Balearia. However, it's always good to check out all possible ferry operators for the trip between Motril and Tangier as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Motril, which is located around 3.5 miles (5.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port de Tanger Med, located 28.7 miles (46.3 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a ferry from Motril to Tangier is January.

popular ferry ports

Popular ports from Motril to Tangier

Motril
Tangier
The major port for departures in Motril is Port of Motril. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Port of Motril for your trip from Motril to Tangier.
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information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
  • Saturday: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
carConnection
Car connection
A-7, Exit 181
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurante Katena (0.3km)
  • Restaurante El Puerto (0.5km)
  • Restaurante El Chaleco (0.9km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Taxi Motril and Radio Taxi Costa Tropical.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transit options for Port of Motril
  • Bus Line M-3, Stop: Puerto de Motril

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