Ferry Motril – Tangier Med
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Motril – Tangier Med with Baleària
Motril – Tangier Med is Baleària’s link between the Costa Tropical and the Strait of Gibraltar. The crossing takes about eight hours, with one sailing a day according to the programmes consulted.
On the short Strait crossings, the ships have a lounge, a bar and seating. On crossings of several hours, you will also find a restaurant and, on some ships, cabins.
It suits travellers from the coast of Granada, Málaga or Almería who want to avoid the road to Algeciras. Book early for summer and enter your vehicle in the search engine.
Motril – Tangier Med at a glance
- Company Baleària
- Crossing time about 8 hours
- Sailings one sailing 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.
Motril
Motril is the port of the Costa Tropical, between Málaga and Almería, at the foot of the Sierra Nevada. The town is surrounded by sugar cane plantations, a curiosity in Europe, and Granada is about seventy kilometres away. Ferries leave for Tangier Med, Al Hoceima and Nador: check the dates open, as some routes only run in summer.
Tangier Med
Arriving at Tangier Med, the ferry docks in a port built on the edge of the Strait, facing the Spanish coast. Police control, customs and vehicle formalities are done on the spot, and the road then leads to the motorway for Tangier (about forty-five minutes), Tetouan or Rabat. Allow time to leave the port in July and August, when many travellers arrive.
Ferry Motril – Tangier Med: your questions
How long is the ferry crossing from Motril to Tangier Med?
About 8 hours 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 Motril and Tangier Med?
Baleària generally offers one sailing a day. The programme changes with the seasons: check the dates open in the search engine.
Which company sails from Motril to Tangier Med?
Baleària, the Spanish company Baleària, is the company running this crossing in our selection.
Can I travel with my vehicle between Motril and Tangier Med?
Generally yes: Baleària carries passenger vehicles. Check the conditions (size, trailer, pets) before buying your ticket.
How do I book a ferry from Motril to Tangier Med?
Run a search for your dates in the engine above, compare the crossing offers and book online. Book early if you travel in July or August.
