Ferry Barcelona – Nador
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Barcelona – Nador with GNV
Barcelona – Nador is the direct link between Catalonia and north-eastern Morocco. GNV runs it one or two days a week, with a crossing of a little over a day.
The crossing alternates meals, rest and walks on deck. Bring warm clothes: the deck is cool even in summer, and the days on board are long.
It suits travellers from Catalonia heading for the Oriental or the Rif without going through the Strait. As rotations are few, fit your dates to the programme and book early in summer.
Barcelona – Nador at a glance
- Company GNV
- Crossing time about 25 to 30 hours (one night on board)
- Sailings one or two sailings a week
- Check-in report to the terminal at the time shown on your ticket
- On board cabins, restaurants, lounges
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.
Barcelona
Barcelona stretches between the sea and Montjuïc hill, at the foot of which the port opens. The works of Antoni Gaudí, including the Sagrada Família, still under construction since 1882, and Park Güell are among the most visited monuments in Spain. The Gothic Quarter, the Ramblas and the Boqueria market make up a lively historic centre, while the 1992 Olympic Games reopened the city to its waterfront. Ferries to North Africa leave from a modern port that is easy to reach from the centre.
Nador
Arriving at Nador, the ferry docks at Beni Ansar, a few kilometres from the town and the Melilla border. Police and customs formalities are done on the spot, then the road leads to Nador, Oujda or Al Hoceima. In summer, allow time to leave the port by car.
Ferry Barcelona – Nador: your questions
How long is the ferry crossing from Barcelona to Nador?
About 25 to 30 hours, with one to two nights on board. 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 Barcelona and Nador?
GNV generally offers one or two sailings a week. The programme changes with the seasons: check the dates open in the search engine.
Which company sails from Barcelona to Nador?
GNV, the Italian company Grandi Navi Veloci, is the company running this crossing in our selection.
Can I travel with my vehicle between Barcelona and Nador?
Yes, you can take your car. Say so in the engine: it then shows only the crossings that accept it, with the spaces available.
How do I book a ferry from Barcelona to Nador?
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.
