Ferry Morocco Timetable
DFDS, Baleària and Inter Shipping cross the Strait of Gibraltar from Tarifa and Algeciras in Spain to Tangier in around an hour. Further routes run from Barcelona, Marseille and Sète to Tanger Med and Nador.
Ferry Morocco Timetable: Your Questions, Our Answers
FAQ - Ferry Morocco Timetable
Frequently asked questions about the Morocco ferry timetable - departure frequency, crossing times and seasonal changes at a glance.
How often do ferries to Morocco run?+
The Strait of Gibraltar has the busiest ferry traffic: Algeciras - Tanger Med has up to 22 departures a day in peak season, Algeciras - Ceuta up to 15, and Tarifa - Tangier 8 to 12 daily crossings. From Almería to Nador and Melilla, there are usually daily to several weekly departures. The long routes from France and Italy run less often, typically just once or a few times a week.
How long does the crossing to Morocco take?+
The quickest crossing is over the Strait of Gibraltar: Tarifa - Tangier and Algeciras - Tanger Med take around 1 to 1.5 hours. From Almería to Nador or Melilla, the crossing takes around 5 to 9 hours. The Mediterranean routes from Marseille and Sète to Tanger Med take around 39 to 42 hours, and from Genoa around 51 hours.
Does the Morocco ferry timetable change with the season?+
Yes. The timetable is busiest in summer, especially from June to September, when ferry operators add extra departures. This is also when crossings are most crowded, mainly due to Moroccans living in Europe returning home for the holidays. Some routes from Motril, Marseille and Sète to Nador or Al Hoceima run mostly in summer and are reduced or suspended in winter. Always check the departures for your specific travel date.
How do I find departures for my travel date?+
Set the date at the top of the timetable and filter by departure and destination port. You'll then see every departure for that day, with time, operator and crossing duration. Use the return option to view the opposite direction from Morocco. You can book any connection directly from its row; the price depends on the date, vehicle and cabin and is shown in the booking window.