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Museo Preindustrial de la Caña de Azúcar
Museum dedicated to Motril’s sugar-cane industry, set around historic machinery and interpretation spaces explaining the town’s industrial heritage.
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$95
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
6 h 40 m
Ferries per day
5
Distance
184 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Nador to Motril is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nador to Motril will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 5 ferries that leave Nador for Motril on Sun, Jun 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct ferries cover the 184 km distance in an average of 6 h 40 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest ferries will take 8 h 17 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.
RUSADIR
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JUAN J. SISTER
VOLCAN DE TIMANFAYA
CIUDAD DE MAHÓN
VOLCAN DE TIMANFAYA
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JUAN J. SISTER
CIUDAD DE MAHÓN
RUSADIROmio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Nador to Motril among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 6h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $51, and a flight costs an average of $104.
Distance: 99 nautical miles (184 km)
Most popular Ferry | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$68 Average price Cheapest | $235 Average price | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 50m Average total duration Fastest 6h 50m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 12h 34m Average total duration 9h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nador to Motril:
A ferry is $167 (€137) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nador to Motril costing on average $235 (€192).
Other travel options to Motril take longer:
Flight takes on average 9h 34m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 6h01 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:16AM | Duration 7h16 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 09:59PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 7h16 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 6h01 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 07:16AM | Duration 7h16 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Nador to Motril ferries for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:59 PM Nador | 6h01 | 5:00 AM Motril | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:59 PM Nador | 6h01 | 6:00 AM Motril | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
RUSADIR | 8:30 AM Port of Melilla | 6h00 | 2:30 PM Port of Málaga | 0 transfersDirect | |
JUAN J. SISTER | 12:00 PM Nador (Beni Ansar) | 7h00 | 8:00 PM Port of Almeria | 0 transfersDirect | |
VOLCAN DE TIMANFAYA | 4:30 PM Port of Melilla | 5h00 | 9:30 PM Port of Motril | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ferries from Nador to Motril run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 50m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $51 (€42) if you book in advance.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 99 nautical miles (184 km) distance in 5h 0m. There are 21 sailings per week. Ferries from Nador to Motril are available to foot passengers.




Distance 99 nautical miles (184 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€42) |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 21 |
Fastest ferry 5h 0m |
First ferry 12:30 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Motril — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Motril trip today.
Museum dedicated to Motril’s sugar-cane industry, set around historic machinery and interpretation spaces explaining the town’s industrial heritage.
Local art center and gallery space showing works linked to the painter José Hernández Quero and temporary exhibitions in central Motril.
City history museum presenting archaeological finds, documents, and exhibits on Motril’s urban, maritime, and agricultural past.
Hill area associated with the sanctuary, known for elevated views over Motril and the surrounding Costa Tropical landscape.
Large central park with tropical planting, monuments, and shaded walking paths; one of Motril’s most pleasant everyday public spaces.
Historic main square in the heart of Motril, surrounded by key civic buildings and ideal for orienting yourself in the old center.
Fresh sardines skewered and grilled over charcoal, a classic coastal dish on the Costa Tropical and nearby beaches.
Assorted small fish lightly floured and fried, a staple of the Granada coast served in tapas bars and seafood restaurants.
Prawns cooked with garlic, olive oil, and chili. Popular in coastal Andalusia and common in Motril seafood dining.
Recognized restaurant in the Motril area serving polished Andalusian cuisine with strong seafood and seasonal specialties.
Well-known Motril restaurant with a refined approach to Andalusian and market cuisine in a modern setting.
Established beachfront venue known for rice dishes, grilled fish, and classic Costa Tropical seafood in a relaxed setting.
Generally moderate. Cafes and local menus are affordable, while seafront dining and hotels cost more in peak summer.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated. Small change for cafes and taxis is enough.
Official public transport app
Port of Motril -> Motril Bus Station
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nador to Motril 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 Motril, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nador to Motril ferries use the Nador to Port of Almeria port pair. Use this guide to compare Nador and Motril ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Nador is 2 km from Nador city centre. Public transport options include:
Nador has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurant Al Bahar (0.3km), Restaurant La Corniche (0.5km), Restaurant La Mer (0.7km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Nador.
Available at Nador: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nador.
Port of Motril is 3 km from Motril city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Motril has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurante Katena (0.3km), Restaurante El Puerto (0.5km), Restaurante El Chaleco (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Motril.
Available at Port of Motril: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Motril.
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