The cheapest and fastest ferries from Motril to Beni Ansar
Cheapest price on 29 Sept
53RM
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
53RM
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
6 h
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
6 h
Ferries on 29 Sept
1
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Motril to Beni Ansar is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Motril to Beni Ansar will cost around 53RM if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only 53RM.
On Tue, 29 Sept, we found 1 ferries from Motril to Beni Ansar, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, 29 Sept the direct ferries cover the 173 km distance in an average of 6 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest ferries will take 6 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.
RUSADIR3:00 PM6h00Port of Málaga9:00 PMPort of Melilla53 RM1One-way0 changes
RUSADIR3:00 PM6h00Port of Málaga9:00 PMPort of Melilla53 RM1One-way0 changes
Motril to Beni Ansar Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 09:59PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 8h01 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Naviera Armas S.A. | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 8h01 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Live departures
Motril to Beni Ansar ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Motril to Beni Ansar ferries for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RUSADIR | 3:00 PM Port of Málaga | 6h00 | 9:00 PM Port of Melilla | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Motril to Beni Ansar
Ferries from Motril to Beni Ansar run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 22m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at 74RM 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 93 nautical miles (173 km) distance in 5h 0m. Ferries from Motril to Beni Ansar are available to foot passengers.


Distance 93 nautical miles (173 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price 74RM |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Fastest ferry 5h 0m |
First ferry 1:00 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
Ferry operators: Balearia, Naviera Armas S.A. from Motril to Beni AnsarYou can travel by ferry between Motril to Beni Ansar with Balearia, Naviera Armas S.A. for as low as 74RM. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Motril to Beni Ansar ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motril to Beni Ansar 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 Beni Ansar, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Motril and Beni Ansar
Most Motril to Beni Ansar ferries use the Port of Almeria to Nador (Beni Ansar) port pair. Use this guide to compare Motril and Beni Ansar ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Motril port do ferries to Beni Ansar leave from?
Getting to Port of Motril from Motril city centre
Port of Motril is 3 km from Motril city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Motril port facilities and services
Port of Motril has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Katena (0.3km), Restaurante El Puerto (0.5km), Restaurante El Chaleco (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Motril.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Motril: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Motril.
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