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How to get from Melilla to Malaga by ferry ?

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

We know that planning a ferry trip from Melilla to Malaga can be stressful, so we do our best to make your Melilla to Malaga 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 Melilla Malaga 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 Melilla to Malaga simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Melilla to Malaga Ferry Information

Port of departure
Melilla
Spain
Port of Arrival
Malaga
Spain
Andalusia
Distance
129 mi
Ferry Companies
Acciona Trasmediterránea, Baleària, Naviera Armas, FRS Iberia
Frequency of crossings
13 crossings a week
Minimum crossing time
5 hours 50 min
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Ferry Melilla Malaga: Fares, Timetables and Duration

To travel by ferry from Melilla to Malaga, 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 Melilla to Malaga route is £113. The average ferry crossing time from Melilla to Malaga is 7 hours 10 min. The slowest ferries will take 8 hours 15 min to reach Malaga, while the fastest boats will arrive in Malaga in 6 hours 30 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Melilla at 00:30. The last boat to Malaga leaves the port of Melilla at 23:59.

Average price of a Melilla to Malaga ferry crossing
£113
Price range of ferries Melilla Malaga (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
£41 - £182
Average crossing time Melilla Malaga
7 hours 10 min
Departure time of first ferry to Malaga
00:30
Time last ferry leaves for Malaga
23:59
Arrival time of first ferry to Malaga
06:00
Arrival time of last ferry to Malaga
07:45

Why travel by ferry from Melilla to Malaga?

Whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with the family, a Melilla to Malaga ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Malaga. Here are 3 reasons why we think a ferry from Melilla to Malaga 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. The Melilla Malaga ferry trip is exactly the opposite. 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... No doubt you'll arrive in Malaga completely relaxed.
No need to worry about travelling with your bike
Travelling with your bike on a train, plane or bus is often a nightmare because it is so cumbersome to carry. However, on a ferry, you don't have this problem: your bike is loaded directly into the ship's huge garage. You leave it there for the duration of the Melilla-Malaga crossing in complete safety and without fear of it being damaged. You will find it when you disembark on your arrival in Malaga.
Because it's the ideal way to travel with your family!
There is no better way to travel between Melilla and Malaga with your family than by ferry. Everything is easier. As soon as you leave Melilla, imagine your children exploring the ship, spending long periods playing in the children's play areas or in the video games and arcades (for teenagers), watching the latest films in the cinema, sharing a family meal in the restaurant, or marvelling at a magic show or other countless activities. On board the ferry to Malaga, time flies by faster than you think and this maritime experience between Melilla and Malaga will remain unforgettable for your children for a long time.

Which companies operate between Melilla and Malaga?

If you want to travel between Melilla and Malaga 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 Melilla Malaga
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 Melilla-Malaga fares and book a Baleària ticket between Melilla and Malaga. Baleària operates 6 crossings a week to Malaga from Melilla and the journey time is 5 hours 50 min. More information about Baleària
5 hours 50 min
6 crossings a week
Acciona Trasmediterránea Melilla Malaga
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 Melilla-Malaga fares and book a Acciona Trasmediterránea ticket between Melilla and Malaga. Acciona Trasmediterránea operates 7 crossings a week to Malaga from Melilla and the journey time is 6 hours 20 min. More information about Acciona Trasmediterránea
6 hours 20 min
7 crossings a week
Naviera Armas Melilla Malaga
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 Melilla-Malaga fares and book a Naviera Armas ticket between Melilla and Malaga. More information about Naviera Armas

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

Port of departure in Melilla

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

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Port of arrival in Malaga

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

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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Melilla to Malaga, it will take you at least 5 hours 50 min to cover the 129 mi between Melilla and Malaga.

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

There are 3 ferry companies operating between Melilla and Malaga: 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 Melilla Malaga 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 Melilla and Malaga, you will travel 129 mi.

To go by boat from Melilla to Malaga, you can find prices ranging from £41 for the lowest, to £182 for the highest. The average price we observed was £113.

The first ferry leaves Melilla at 00:30 for Malaga.

The last ferry to Malaga usually departs from Melilla at 23:59.

Your Melilla to Malaga ferry experience

If you have never been on a ferry before, it is difficult to imagine what a day at sea between Melilla and Malaga would be like. To help you better project yourself into the experience of a Melilla Malaga cruise on board Acciona Trasmediterránea, Baleària, Naviera Armas or FRS Iberia, we have traced the different stages of the journey from embarkation in Melilla to disembarkation in Malaga. You will also find practical information about Melilla and Malaga.

Ready for boarding in Melilla

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

  • Presentation at the port of Melilla / 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 Melilla ferry terminal. After this period, the company is entitled to refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Melilla - Malaga crossing / Go to the Naviera Armas, Acciona Trasmediterránea or Baleària desk at Melilla 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 ship to Malaga / From the Melilla ferry terminal you will be invited to board the ferry by the voice messages broadcast. If you are travelling by car, Naviera Armas, Acciona Trasmediterránea or Baleària staff will give you instructions on how to board and park your vehicle on the ship.

On board the Melilla to Malaga ferry

During the crossing, everyone can use the services on the Baleària, Acciona Trasmediterránea or Naviera Armas ship as they wish. Some travellers will want to relax in the privacy of a cabin, while others will enjoy the bars, restaurants, games and shops.

Ferry arrival in Malaga

Here is some information for the disembarkation in Malaga:

  • Approaching Malaga 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 Malaga Harbour. There is no point in rushing. If you want to wait, we recommend that you watch the entry into Malaga Harbour from the outer decks.
  • Vacate your cabin. / If you have travelled from Melilla to Malaga in the comfort of a cabin, you will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Malaga.
  • Leaving the ship and exploring Malaga / Once the garage doors are open, getting off the ship is fairly quick. Pedestrian passengers get off the boat even faster. The customs staff at Malaga harbour can give you a check. Finally, your stay in Malaga begins in earnest!

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