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Motril: ferries, timetables and prices
Motril, in the province of Granada, is a key ferry port on Spain’s Costa Tropical. From here you can sail with your vehicle to Nador, Al Hoceima (Alhucemas), Melilla and Tanger Med, connecting Europe with northern Morocco and the Rif region. On TheBato you can compare ferry companies, timetables and prices in one search, add your car, van or motorbike and choose between seats and cabins, with support in English and Spanish.
Tip: in summer, Eid, school holidays and long weekends, ferries between Motril, Morocco and Melilla can be very busy. Book as early as possible and compare departures to Nador, Al Hoceima, Tanger Med and Melilla on TheBato to find more options and better prices.
Ferry timetables from Motril depend on the season and the ferry company. There are usually more departures in summer and around major holidays. As a guideline, the Motril ↔ Nador crossing typically takes around 5–6 hours, while Motril ↔ Al Hoceima is usually around 5–6 hours as well. The Motril ↔ Melilla route generally takes about 6–7 hours, and the Motril ↔ Tanger Med crossing is longer, normally around 7–8 hours, depending on ship and sea conditions. On TheBato you will see daytime and night sailings so you can choose the option that best suits your trip.
The port of Motril handles passenger ferries, ro-ro cargo and cruise ships. Facilities include ticket offices and check-in desks, customs and police controls, large pre-embarkation zones for vehicles, waiting areas, toilets, cafés, shops and services for passengers with reduced mobility. In summer and during the main operation between Europe and North Africa, there is reinforced staff and additional services for families, so arriving early with all documents ready is strongly recommended.
We compare multiple ferry companies on the routes between Motril, Morocco and Melilla in a single search. Add your vehicle or travel on foot, choose your timetable and accommodation on board and pay securely online. Our team is used to helping families, workers and students travelling regularly between Europe and the Rif region, with support in English, Spanish and Arabic/Riffian via WhatsApp and email.
From Motril there are international ferries to Nador, Al Hoceima and Tanger Med in Morocco, as well as sailings to the Spanish city of Melilla in North Africa. Routes and frequencies can change by season and by ferry company.
The Motril – Nador and Motril – Al Hoceima crossings usually take around 5–6 hours, while the Motril – Melilla route normally takes about 6–7 hours, depending on the ship, timetable and sea conditions.
The crossing between Motril and Tanger Med generally takes around 7–8 hours, depending on the operator, vessel and weather conditions.
There are usually ferries from Motril throughout the year, but some routes are seasonal or have extra departures in summer and on busy dates. If no departures appear on your chosen date, try nearby days or alternative ports such as Almeria or Malaga.
Yes. Ferries from Motril to Nador, Al Hoceima, Tanger Med and Melilla normally accept cars, vans and motorbikes. Select “with vehicle” when searching on TheBato and enter the correct type and dimensions when you book.
With a vehicle, arrive 60–90 minutes before departure. Foot passengers should be at the port 45–60 minutes before departure, and earlier on very busy dates such as summer, Eid or long weekends.
