- Must visit
Museo Preindustrial de la Caña de Azúcar
Motril's leading museum on pre-industrial sugar-cane production, set in a restored mill. Essential for understanding the city's identity.
Cheapest price
€46
Average price
€56
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 50 m
Ferries per day
3
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 €56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €46.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Nador for Motril on Fri, Aug 07, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Aug 07 the direct ferries cover the 184 km distance in an average of 5 h 50 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 5 h .
On Fri, Aug 07 the slowest ferries will take 7 h 30 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.






Omio 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 €42. 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 €42, and a flight costs an average of €85.
Distance: 99 nautical miles (184 km)
Most popular Ferry | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€56 Average price Cheapest | €192 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 €137 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nador to Motril costing on average €192.
Other travel options to Motril take longer:
Flight takes on average 9h 34m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 6h01 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:16AM | Duration 7h16 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Sun |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 5h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Sailing Days Sun |
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, 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 Balearia | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Nador to Motril ferries for today, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MARTÍN I SOLER | 3:00 PM Nador (Beni Ansar) | 5h30 | 9:30 PM Port of Almeria | 0 transfersDirect | |
RUSADIR | 11:59 PM Port of Melilla | 7h16 | 7:15 AM Port of Málaga | 0 transfersDirect | |
VISBORG | 11:00 PM Nador (Beni Ansar) | 6h00 | 6:00 AM Port of Almeria | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, August 7 | |||||
![]() | 9:00 AM Nador | 7h30 | 4:30 PM Motril | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 PM Nador | 5h00 | 6:30 PM 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 €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 €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.
Motril's leading museum on pre-industrial sugar-cane production, set in a restored mill. Essential for understanding the city's identity.
Museum in the old sugar factory explaining industrial processes, machinery, and Motril's major role in Spain's sugar history.
Exhibition venue in Casa Garcés with rotating art, history, and cultural displays. A good stop for current local programming.
Large municipal park with gardens, shade, and sports areas, valued by locals for relaxed walks away from the busier center.
Beach district east of Motril known for long walks, sea views, and a quieter residential feel compared with busier resort areas.
Central square surrounded by civic buildings and cafés, ideal for people-watching and experiencing Motril's daily urban life.
A hearty fisherman’s stew from the Granada coast with several rockfish and potatoes. It is a classic Costa Tropical dish tied to local seafaring traditions.
Fresh sardines grilled on skewers over open coals, a staple along the Andalusian coast. Simple, smoky and strongly linked to beach dining culture.
Red prawns from nearby Motril and the Granada coast, prized for their sweet flavor and delicate texture. Usually served grilled or simply cooked with sea salt.
Refined restaurant known for creative Andalusian cuisine and polished service in central Motril. A strong choice for a more upscale meal.
Well-known seafood restaurant at Playa Granada, valued for rice dishes, fish and a relaxed seafront atmosphere.
Popular beachside chiringuito serving grilled fish, fried seafood and classic Andalusian coastal dishes in an informal setting.
Motril is moderate for southern Spain: lodging is often cheaper than big cities, dining is fairly priced, and local buses are low cost for tourists.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; small change for cafes; taxi fares are usually rounded up.
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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