Ferry Tangier Ville – Tarifa

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Map of the ferry route Tangier Ville - Tarifa
The crossing

Tangier Ville – Tarifa with Africa Morocco Link

Tangier Ville – Tarifa takes you back to Spain in about an hour. Wind can disrupt timetables: check them before you travel.

The crossing is short enough to stay in the lounge or enjoy the deck: in clear weather, the African coast is visible from Spain.

At Tangier Ville, arrive at the time shown on your ticket: police formalities come before boarding. Keep your passport to hand.

Practical information

Tangier Ville – Tarifa at a glance

  • Company Africa Morocco Link
  • Crossing time about 1 h
  • Sailings between 5 and 15 sailings a day
  • Check-in report to the terminal at the time shown on your ticket
  • On board lounges, bar or catering, outdoor decks

Indicative information collected in November 2026. Timetables, ships and check-in instructions may change: check them in the search engine and on your ticket before you travel.

Departing from

Tangier Ville

The port of Tangier Ville is the historic harbour of the city, at the foot of the medina and the kasbah, facing Tarifa. Fast ferries link it with Spain in about an hour. Arrive at the time shown on your ticket: police formalities come before boarding.

Arriving in

Tarifa

Arriving in Tarifa from Morocco, the ferry docks at the foot of the old walled town. The N-340 road leads to Algeciras or Cádiz, and you can stop at Valdevaqueros beach or in the lanes of the old town. Allow a little time for the passport check on arrival.

Frequently asked questions

Ferry Tangier Ville – Tarifa: your questions

How long is the ferry crossing from Tangier Ville to Tarifa?

About 1 hour at sea. The exact time depends on the ship, the weather and the timetable chosen: it is shown in the search engine on this page.

How many sailings are there between Tangier Ville and Tarifa?

Africa Morocco Link generally offers between 5 and 15 sailings a day. The programme changes with the seasons: check the dates open in the search engine.

Which company sails from Tangier Ville to Tarifa?

This page covers the crossing run by Africa Morocco Link. Baleària also serves this route: each company has its own page.

Can I travel with my vehicle between Tangier Ville and Tarifa?

Yes, cars, motorhomes and motorbikes are accepted on board, subject to space. State your vehicle when searching to see the crossings that accept it.

How do I book a ferry from Tangier Ville to Tarifa?

The simplest way is to use the search engine at the top of the page: select Tangier Ville and Tarifa, add passengers and vehicle, then compare timetables before confirming.