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How to get from Melilla to Malaga by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Melilla to Malaga ferry ticket? Look no further, 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, that's why 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 price for a Melilla Malaga ferry ticket according to 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 onboard amenities such as cabins, restaurants, stores, Wi-Fi and more. Often, they also offer facilities for people with limited 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 hrs. 50 min
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Ferry Melilla Malaga: Price, Timetable and Duration

To travel by ferry from Melilla to Malaga, you'll find tickets ranging from $50 for one person if you're traveling without a car to $222 if you're traveling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Melilla-Malaga route is $138. The average ferry crossing time from Melilla to Malaga is 7 hrs. 10 min. The slowest ferries will take 8 hrs. 15 min to reach Malaga, while the fastest boats will reach Malaga in 6 hrs. 30 min. The first ferry leaves the port of Melilla at 00:30. The last ferry to Malaga leaves Melilla at 23:59.

Average price of a Melilla Malaga ferry crossing
$138
Price range for Melilla Malaga ferries (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
$50 - $222
Average crossing time Melilla Malaga
7 hrs. 10 min
Departure time of first ferry to Malaga
00:30
Departure time of last ferry to Malaga
23:59
Arrival time first ferry to Malaga
06:00
Arrival time of last ferry to Malaga
07:45

Why take a ferry from Melilla to Malaga ?

Whether you're travelling solo, with a partner 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 Melilla to Malaga ferry is an ideal way to travel.

To not get tired, unlike 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 rest or entertainment: lounges or cabins, outdoor solarium, bars and restaurants... No doubt you'll arrive in Malaga completely relaxed.
No need to worry about traveling with your bike
Traveling with your bike by train, plane or bus often turns into a nightmare because it is so cumbersome to carry it. However, on a ferry, you don't have this problem: your bike is loaded directly into the huge garage of the boat. 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 discovering the ship, spending long moments playing in the areas reserved for the youngest or in the video games and arcades (for teenagers), watching the latest movies in the cinema, sharing a family meal in the restaurant, or marveling 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're looking to travel between Melilla and Malaga by ferry, there are several companies to choose from including Baleària, Acciona Trasmediterránea or Naviera Armas who offer regular services between the two cities. You can find more information about the different ferry 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 hrs. 50 min. More information about Baleària
5 hrs. 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 hrs. 20 min. More information about Acciona Trasmediterránea
6 hrs. 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 hrs. 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 safely 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 not refundable or 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 $50 for the lowest, to $222 for the highest. The average price we've seen is $138.

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

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

Your experience of the Melilla to Malaga crossing

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 aboard Acciona Trasmediterránea, Baleària, Naviera Armas or FRS Iberia, we retrace here the different stages of the journey, from boarding in Melilla to disembarking in Malaga. You will also find practical information about Melilla and Malaga.

Ready for boarding in Melilla

Before you start your Melilla Malaga ferry cruise, here are a few steps to embark:

  • Presentation at the port of Melilla / You must allow a certain amount of time (check with your Baleària, Acciona Trasmediterránea or Naviera Armas company) before the actual departure time of the ship to arrive at the Melilla ferry terminal. After this period, the company has the right to refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Melilla-Malaga crossing / Go to the Naviera Armas, Acciona Trasmediterránea or Baleària counter at the Melilla ferry terminal to check in with your passport or ID card and your reservation number. If you are by car, get in the reserved lines. The check-in will be done 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 broadcasted. If you are traveling by car, Naviera Armas, Acciona Trasmediterránea or Baleària staff will give you instructions to board and park your vehicle on the ship.

On board the ferry Melilla Malaga

During the crossing, each person can take advantage of the services available on the Baleària, Acciona Trasmediterránea or Naviera Armas ship as they see fit. Some travelers will want to relax in the privacy of a cabin, while others will enjoy the bars, restaurants, games and stores.

The arrival of the ferry in Malaga

Here is some information for the disembarkation in Malaga:

  • Approaching Malaga harbor / You will not be able to return to your vehicle until the ferry has stopped and tied up to the dock in Malaga Harbour. There is no need to rush. To wait, we advise you to admire the entry into Malaga harbor from the outside decks.
  • Vacate your cabin. / If you have traveled from Melilla to Malaga in the comfort of a cabin, you will have to vacate your cabin about half an hour before the arrival time in Malaga.
  • Leaving the ship and discovering 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 the port of Malaga can give you a check. Finally, your stay in Malaga begins in earnest!

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