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How to get from Malaga to Melilla by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Malaga to Melilla ferry ticket? You've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Malaga to Melilla is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Malaga to Melilla can be stressful, so we do our best to make your Malaga to Melilla ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.

With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like Acciona Trasmediterránea, Baleària, Naviera Armas or FRS Iberia. This way you can find the best deal on a Malaga Melilla ferry ticket to suit your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most Baleària, Acciona Trasmediterránea or Naviera Armas ships offer on-board facilities such as cabins, restaurants, shops, Wi-Fi and more. Often they also offer facilities for people with reduced mobility.

To find the best deals on ferries from Malaga to Melilla simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Malaga to Melilla Ferry Information

Port of departure
Malaga
Spain
Andalusia
Port of Arrival
Melilla
Spain
Distance
129 mi
Ferry Companies
Acciona Trasmediterránea, Baleària, Naviera Armas, FRS Iberia
Frequency of crossings
13 crossings a week
Minimum crossing time
6 hours 20 min
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Ferry Malaga Melilla: Fares, Timetables and Duration

To travel by ferry from Malaga to Melilla, you'll find tickets range from £41 for one person if you're travelling without a car to £182 if you're travelling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Malaga to Melilla route is £114. The average ferry crossing time from Malaga to Melilla is 6 hours 23 min. The slowest ferries will take 6 hours 30 min to reach Melilla, while the fastest boats will arrive in Melilla in 6 hours. The first ferry leaves the port of Malaga at 13:00. The last boat to Melilla leaves the port of Malaga at 17:30.

Average price of a Malaga to Melilla ferry crossing
£114
Price range of ferries Malaga Melilla (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
£41 - £182
Average crossing time Malaga Melilla
6 hours 23 min
Departure time of first ferry to Melilla
13:00
Time last ferry leaves for Melilla
17:30
Arrival time of first ferry to Melilla
19:00
Arrival time of last ferry to Melilla
23:30

Why travel by ferry from Malaga to Melilla?

Whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with the family, a Malaga to Melilla ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Melilla. Here are 3 reasons why we think a ferry from Malaga to Melilla is an ideal way to travel.

To not get tired, unlike in the car
Long car journeys are tiring and require constant vigilance when driving. Conversely, a Malaga Melilla boat trip is ultra relaxing. Ferries operated by Baleària, Acciona Trasmediterránea or Naviera Armas are designed with areas dedicated to relaxation or entertainment: lounges or cabins, outdoor solarium, bars and restaurants... You're sure to start your holiday in Melilla already rested.
It's much less boring than on a plane
Generally speaking, to get to Melilla or anywhere else, the plane is the fastest way. The problem is that you are stuck in your seat for several hours. On the other hand, during the Malaga Melilla crossing on the Naviera Armas, Acciona Trasmediterránea or Baleària ferry, you have total freedom in your activities, to eat, walk, entertain or rest. You will never have so much freedom and entertainment during a flight!
To finally take the time to travel
It is well known that we live in a society where everything has to go fast, faster and faster. Sailing at less than 40km/h on board a Baleària, Acciona Trasmediterránea or Naviera Armas ferry for the 129 mi between Malaga and Melilla will be a relaxing stop. All ships are equipped with lounges, restaurants, promenade decks, and sometimes much more... It is not impossible that you will feel that you have arrived in Melilla too quickly, as the experience is so pleasant!

Which companies operate between Malaga and Melilla?

If you want to travel between Malaga and Melilla by ferry, there are a number of companies to choose from including Baleària, Acciona Trasmediterránea or Naviera Armas who run regular services between the two cities. You can find out more about the different shipping companies on this route and their departure times here.

Baleària Malaga Melilla
Baleària
Founded in 1997, Baleària is a ferry company based in Valencia, Spain. It offers crossings to several destinations in Spain, France and Italy. On Vivanoda, you can compare Malaga-Melilla fares and book a Baleària ticket between Malaga and Melilla. Baleària operates 6 crossings a week to Melilla from Malaga and the journey time is 6 hours 30 min. More information about Baleària
6 hours 30 min
6 crossings a week
Acciona Trasmediterránea Malaga Melilla
Acciona Trasmediterránea
Acciona Trasmediterránea was founded in 1989 and is based in Barcelona, Spain. The company serves the Mediterranean Sea regions of Spain, France and Italy. On Vivanoda, you can compare Malaga-Melilla fares and book a Acciona Trasmediterránea ticket between Malaga and Melilla. Acciona Trasmediterránea operates 7 crossings a week to Melilla from Malaga and the journey time is 6 hours 20 min. More information about Acciona Trasmediterránea
6 hours 20 min
7 crossings a week
Naviera Armas Malaga Melilla
Naviera Armas
Naviera Armas is a ferry company based in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands. Founded in 1971, it offers crossings to several destinations in the Canary Islands, Spain and Morocco. On Vivanoda, you can compare Malaga-Melilla fares and book a Naviera Armas ticket between Malaga and Melilla. More information about Naviera Armas

Where do the ferries leave from in Malaga? Where do the boats arrive in Melilla?

Port of departure in Malaga

Baleària, Acciona Trasmediterránea or Naviera Armas ferries depart for Melilla from the following ports in Malaga:

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Port of arrival in Melilla

Naviera Armas, Acciona Trasmediterránea or Baleària ships arrive in Melilla from the following ports:

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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Malaga to Melilla, it will take you at least 6 hours 20 min to cover the 129 mi between Malaga and Melilla.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Malaga and Melilla in winter) and the ferry company (Baleària, Acciona Trasmediterránea and Naviera Armas). There are currently 13 crossings a week between Malaga and Melilla.

There are 3 ferry companies operating between Malaga and Melilla: Baleària, Acciona Trasmediterránea and Naviera Armas.

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by Acciona Trasmediterránea, Baleària, Naviera Armas, FRS Iberia.

Before booking, compare the prices of Acciona Trasmediterránea, Baleària, Naviera Armas, FRS Iberia on our website Vivanoda. Then book the crossing of your choice easily and securely on our partner's website.

If you want to change or cancel your Malaga Melilla ferry booking, you can do so easily by contacting our partner who manages your booking. Please note that, depending on the fare conditions, some tickets are non-refundable or non-changeable. It is important to take this into account when booking your ticket.

During your crossing between Malaga and Melilla, you will travel 129 mi.

To go by boat from Malaga to Melilla, you can find prices ranging from £41 for the lowest, to £182 for the highest. The average price we observed was £114.

The first ferry leaves Malaga at 13:00 for Melilla.

The last ferry to Melilla usually departs from Malaga at 17:30.

Your Malaga to Melilla ferry experience

If you have never been on a ferry before, it is difficult to imagine what a day at sea between Malaga and Melilla would be like. To help you immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a Acciona Trasmediterránea, Baleària, Naviera Armas or FRS Iberia ferry cruise, here we explain the different stages of the journey, from boarding the ship in Malaga to disembarking in Melilla. You will also find practical information about Malaga and Melilla.

Departure from Malaga by ferry

Before you set off on your Malaga Melilla ferry journey, here are some steps to take before boarding:

  • Presentation at the port of Malaga / You must allow a certain amount of time (check with Baleària, Acciona Trasmediterránea or Naviera Armas) before the ship's actual departure time to arrive at the Malaga ferry terminal. After this time, the company may refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Malaga - Melilla crossing / Go to the Naviera Armas, Acciona Trasmediterránea or Baleària desk at Malaga ferry terminal to check in with your passport or ID card and your booking number. If you are travelling by car, please stand in the reserved lanes. Check-in will take place directly from your vehicle.
  • Boarding the ferry to Melilla / From the Malaga ferry terminal you will be invited to board the ferry by the voice messages broadcast. In your vehicle, Baleària, Acciona Trasmediterránea or Naviera Armas staff will proceed with boarding line by line. Wait patiently for your turn.

On board the Malaga to Melilla ferry

On the Baleària, Acciona Trasmediterránea or Naviera Armas ship, everyone has their own travel philosophy. Some travellers will want to relax in the privacy of a cabin, while others will enjoy the bars, restaurants, games and shops.

Melilla is in sight, disembarkation imminent!

Here is some information for the disembarkation in Melilla:

  • Approaching Melilla Harbour / You will not be able to return to your vehicle until the ferry has come to rest and tied up to the quay in Melilla Harbour. There is no point in rushing. If you want to wait, we recommend that you watch the entry into Melilla Harbour from the outer decks.
  • Vacate your cabin. / If you have travelled from Malaga to Melilla in the comfort of a cabin, you will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Melilla.
  • Leaving the ship and exploring Melilla / Once the garage doors are open, getting off the ship is fairly quick. As a pedestrian, you will get out even faster. The customs staff at Melilla harbour can give you a check. Finally, your stay in Melilla begins in earnest!

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