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Melilla to Motril Ferry: Few Departures, Port for Granada
With Balearia · 3 to 4 weekly departures · 5 hours - 7 hours
The ferry from Melilla to Motril leaves the port of Melilla and arrives at the port of Motril, about 70 km from Granada. It has few departures a week: it is not a daily route.
It is run by Baleà ria, which has bought almost all of Armas's routes. You may also see the Naviera Armas brand (now operated by Baleà ria), but the booking ends up with Baleà ria.
If you live in Melilla, the passenger fare has a 75% discount, but the car does not. It is a domestic route: DNI, NIE or passport, with no customs.
If you need more frequency, look at AlmerÃa and Málaga. Motril is a good fit if your destination is Granada or the Costa Tropical.
Melilla to Motril ferry timetable
Below you can see the departures for the date you choose. There is no ferry every day: if your date does not appear, look at the following ones or switch port.
From Motril to Melilla: Motril Melilla ferry.
There are no departures scheduled on this route in the coming days. You can travel on these routes:
Indicative schedules and subject to variation by the ferry company for operational reasons without prior notice.
Who runs the Melilla Motril ferry
The route is run by Baleà ria, which has bought almost all of the routes of the former Naviera Armas (now operated by Baleà ria). This route is sold at the same time under the Armas brand, but that sale quickly redirects to Baleà ria: travellers may see the Armas brand, but the booking ends up with Baleà ria.
Melilla to Motril ferry price
The price shown above is the lowest recent fare for an adult without a car. It changes with the date, the seat or cabin, the car and whether you are a resident. With few departures, places with a car sell out sooner during the holidays.
Melilla to Motril ferry for Melilla residents
If you are registered as a resident in Melilla, the passenger ticket has a 75% discount on domestic routes. The discount does not apply to the car, only to the passenger fare.
- Say you are a resident in the search on iloveferry.com/ferris: the price you see already includes it.
- Proof is your current certificate of residence plus your DNI, NIE or passport. If you travel with a Moroccan or Algerian passport and a residence card, bring both documents.
- Also provide proof for your children if they travel with you.
With few departures a week, book early if you are returning after the holidays: this is the route with the fewest places.
More details in resident discount in Ceuta and Melilla.
Large family discount on the Melilla Motril ferry
20% for general large families and 50% for special ones, on national scheduled sea transport. Bring your card and check whether it can be added to the resident discount. Large family discount on ferries.
Melilla Motril ferry with a car
You can take a car, motorbike or van. State the type, make and model when searching. From Motril, the A-44 links to Granada and the A-7 to AlmerÃa and Málaga. Domestic route: no customs.
Travelling with a dog on the Melilla Motril ferry
For Melilla, Baleà ria's guidelines require a microchip, a rabies vaccination given in the last twelve months and a European pet passport. There are seats and cabins that accept pets, and kennels on the outside deck or in the hold depending on the ship. Add the dog when booking. Travelling by ferry with a dog.
Ports of Melilla and Motril
Port of Melilla
Port of Motril
How to get to the port of Melilla
The port of Melilla is at the Ribera quay, in the city. Arrive in good time: with a car and during the holidays there is a boarding queue.
Arriving at the port of Motril
The port of Motril is within its own port area, on the coast of Granada, about 70 km from the provincial capital. To get to Granada or the coast you will need a car, taxi or bus.
Documents for travelling from Melilla to Motril
Domestic route: a valid DNI, NIE or passport is enough. If your passport is Moroccan or Algerian and you live in Spain, also bring your residence card.
- Minors: their own document and, if they are not travelling with both parents, travel authorisation.
- Residents: up-to-date certificate of residence.
I Love Ferry tips for Melilla Motril
- If there is no departure on your day, look at AlmerÃa: it has more frequency.
- Motril is worth it if your destination is Granada or the east of Málaga; if not, compare with AlmerÃa.
- Cancellations because of wind: with few departures, a cancellation matters more. Book with a margin on key dates.
- Documents: bring your certificate of residence if you are a resident.
Why book Melilla Motril with I Love Ferry
- You see the ferry company that runs each departure and its price.
- You tick resident and see the 75%.
- A member of the team looks after you if there is a change or cancellation.
Other routes from Melilla
- Melilla AlmerÃa ferry: more departures.
- Melilla Málaga ferry: the one with the most service.
Frequently asked questions about the Melilla Motril ferry
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See all the frequently asked questions >>Which ferry company runs the Melilla Motril ferry?
Baleà ria. This route is sold at the same time under the Naviera Armas brand (now operated by Baleà ria), but the booking ends up with Baleà ria, which has bought almost all of Armas's routes.
How many departures a week are there from Melilla to Motril?
Few: it is not a daily route. Check the timetable for your date.
Where is the port of Motril in relation to Granada?
About 70 km from Granada, on the coast. You get there on the A-44 motorway.
How much discount do I get if I am a Melilla resident?
75% on the passenger fare. There is no discount on the car.
Do I need a passport to go from Melilla to Motril?
No: it is a domestic route. A DNI, NIE or passport is valid; with a foreign passport, also bring your residence card.
Can I take a car on this route?
Yes. State the type, make and model when booking. There is no customs.
Which route suits me best from Melilla?
AlmerÃa for the shortest crossing, Málaga for more frequency and Motril if your destination is Granada.
What do I do if the departure is cancelled because of wind?
Write to us with your booking reference: with few departures a week, it is best to change date or port as soon as possible.
Can I travel with a dog?
Yes, with a microchip, a rabies vaccination given in the last twelve months and a European passport. Add it when booking.
Is there a large family discount?
Yes: 20% general and 50% special. Check whether it can be combined with the resident discount.
Ferry deals to Motril
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