Algeciras - Tangier Med
Ferry to Morocco
Algeciras - Tangier Med
Ferry to Morocco
Ferries from Algeciras to Tangier Med are operated by 4 ferry companies; Balearia, FRS, Naviera Armas & AML. The journey usually takes around 1 hour 30 minutes. There are currently 153 weekly sailings on this ferry route. Prices start from as little as £50. Use our Deal Finder to compare prices and availability and book your ferry to Tangier Med today.
The Algeciras to Tangier Med ferry route is one of the busiest connections between Europe and Africa. It links the port of Algeciras in Cadiz, on the coast of the Strait of Gibraltar, with the modern Moroccan port of Tangier Med.
Algeciras Tangier Med ferry prices typically range between £50* and £362*. The average price is typically £200*. The cheapest Algeciras Tangier Med ferry prices start from £50*. The average price for a foot passenger is £63*. The average price for a car is £276*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated January 26.
You can easily find cheap ferry tickets with our Deal Finder. We recommend booking in advance to get the best possible prices and availability. You can also check out our Special Offers page for the latest deals on Algeciras ferries.
Yes, Direct Ferries offers a wide range of discounts all year around. When searching for ferries, senior discounts will be automatically applied if they are available. Just select your age range from the passenger options.
Students and graduates can get a 5% discount on ferry tickets. To take advantage of the discount, you need to register with our partner Student Beans and confirm your student or graduate status. You will then receive a discount code which can be entered during the payment process.
Resident discounts are available on a variety of Spanish and Italian ferry routes. Just click on the "Residents" option when this is displayed in our Deal Finder. The discount is automatically applied to the price. Bear in mind that proof of registration or an identity card with the correct address must be shown at check-in.
Algeciras to Tangier Med first ferry: departs Algeciras at 01:00.
Algeciras to Tangier Med last ferry: departs Algeciras at around 23:59.
Bear in mind that Algeciras Tangier Med ferry times can vary by season. We recommend checking the latest Algeciras to Tangier Med ferry timetable before you book.
The duration of the Algeciras to Tangier Med ferry depends whether you’re travelling on a Algeciras Tangier Med fast ferry or conventional ferry. The Algeciras to Tangier Med ferry duration is usually around 1 hour 30 minutes on average.
Average Algeciras to Tangier Med ferry time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Fastest ferry: 29 minutes
Longest ferry: 2 hours 30 minutes
Yes, you can take a day trip between Algeciras and Tangier Med. Day trips from Algeciras to Tangier Med by ferry are very popular due to the short journey time and many daily crossings.
Use our Deal Finder to find out whether your preferred ferry is an overnight ferry. Here you can also find the current ferry timetables and crossing times. Please note that the duration of the night ferries is usually slightly longer than that of the day ferries.
Algeciras to Tangier Med distance: approximately 18.7 miles (30.1km) or 16 nautical miles.
Yes, Balearia, FRS, Naviera Armas & AML ferries allow cars on board ferries between Algeciras and Tangier Med. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Algeciras and Tangier Med. You can also find the latest offers and cheap Algeciras Tangier Med ferry tickets on our Special Offers page & tips for the perfect journey on our blog.
Yes, it is possible to take a motorhome or caravan on the ferries between Algeciras and Tangier Med. Use our Deal Finder for more information on travelling with a caravan on ferries, or read our blog post on travelling around Europe with a motorhome.
There are currently no ferries where you can take your bicycle on board from Algeciras to Tangier Med.
Yes, foot passengers can travel with Balearia, FRS, Naviera Armas & AML ferries between Algeciras and Tangier Med.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Algeciras to Tangier Med with Balearia & AML. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation. You can find out more about taking the ferry with your pet on our blog.
Yes, it is also possible to book a first-class option on the ferries. With our Deal Finder, you can easily find the route that fits your preferred mode of travel.
Yes, cabins are available on the ferry from Algeciras to Tangier Med with Balearia, Naviera Armas & AML
If you're taking luggage on board the Algeciras to Tangier Med ferry, then there are certain restrictions that may apply. The amount of luggage you can take on the Algeciras to Tangier Med ferry depends on the ferry company you are travelling with.
The port of Algeciras is located in the east of the city of Algeciras, only about 10 minutes away from the city centre. The city is quite small, so it is easy to explore on foot.
It all depends on the ferry company you are travelling with. In general, we recommend arriving at Algeciras port at least 1 hour before departure. However, if you are travelling with a vehicle, it’s best to arrive 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours before departure to allow time for parking. Wherever you’re travelling from, you should allow plenty of time to get to the port in case of traffic.
Parking spaces are available directly in front of the port building. The first hour is free of charge. Another car park is located to the right of the port train station. It is covered and subject to a charge. Outside the port, you can park on Avenida Virgen del Carmen or in the car park of the Autoridad Portuaria de la Bahía de Algeciras on the quay.
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Ferries arrive at the port of Tangier Med, approximately 40km from Tangier Ville.
Book your ferry tickets online with Direct Ferries using our Deal Finder. Just enter your departure and arrival ports and the date you’d like to travel to see all available options and prices. You’ll also be able to view alternative routes and times, so you can find the best deal to suit you.
Look out for early booking discounts or special ticket options such as upgrades or flexi-tickets that allow you to change or cancel your booking. To make your sailing as smooth as possible, make sure you enter all the required information correctly, such as number of passengers and vehicle specifications.
Once you’ve finalised your booking, you’ll receive a confirmation email. It depends on the ferry operator you book with as to how your boarding pass is issued and collected.
Whilst some ferry operators issue the boarding pass as soon as your booking is confirmed, others may ask you to check in at the port. There’s also the option for online check-in, which can be easily done via the Direct Ferries app, if available.
The ticket desks are usually located near the ferry terminals. To avoid any delays at the port, we’d recommend allowing some extra time to collect your tickets and check-in.
During check-in, you must show your email confirmation, as well as an official photo ID, such as a passport or identity card. You might also be asked to provide documentation for your pet (vaccines, pet insurance etc.) or proof of residence, if you have booked your ticket with a resident discount.
There could be various reasons why there are no departures from Algeciras to Tangier Med for the date you’ve requested. For example, a temporary timetable change, limited availability or seasonal changes in the timetable.
We recommend checking for alternative dates. Our Deal Finder automatically compares the desired route with alternative routes and dates, offering up-to-date real time options, all in one place.
The most popular time to travel to Morocco is during the summer months, when the weather is particularly warm and the beaches are ideal for swimming and relaxing. However, thanks to daily, regular crossings and the mild climate, a trip to fascinating Morocco is worthwhile all year round.
We’d recommend making your booking at least a few weeks in advance to benefit from the best offers. Bear in mind that prices may vary depending on the season and availability.
Travel requirements can vary depending on the route, so it's important to check what documents you'll need before sailing. In most cases, a valid passport is required when traveling from Algeciras to Tangier Med, along with any necessary visas or national ID cards. Requirements may differ based on your nationality and the destination country’s regulations. To avoid delays at check-in, you can find helpful information for your journey in our Check-in, Travel Documents & Tickets guide and in our blog post on tips and tricks for international travel.
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| Algeciras - Tangier Med Ferry Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Spain | |
| Destination | Morocco | |
| No. of Operators | 4 | |
| Operators | Balearia, FRS, Naviera Armas & AML | |
| Average Price | £200 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 22 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 153 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 1 h 30 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 29 m | |
| First Ferry | 01:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:59 | |
| Distance | 16 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 January 2026.
Located on the Bay of Gibralta in Spain, the port city of Algeciras is located in the south of Spain and is mainly a transport hub and industrial city. The port plays an important role in the city's economy as it is the main embarkation point between Spain and Tangier as well as to other ports in Morocco and to the Canary Islands. The city is a large fishing industry and also exports many of its locally produced products, including cereals, tobacco and livestock. The city is quite popular with tourists although it can't be described as a particularly beautiful city although it does have a gritty charm and has managed to retain a real port atmosphere, perhaps unlike many other Spanish resorts.
The city's port is one of the largest in Europe and also in the world in three categories: transhipment, cargo and container, and is located around 20 km to the north east of Tarifa on the Rio de la Miel, the southernmost river on the Iberian Peninsular and on continental Europe. Visitors can also, from time to time, see whales and dolphins swim close to the port.
Tangier-Med is a cargo port located around 40 km to the east of the Moroccan city of Tangier and is one of the largest ports on the Mediterranean Sea and in Africa by capacity, and was opened in 2007. The second phase of construction in the port began in 2009 in order to cater for the growing demand of the port's services. As well as catering for cargo, Tangier-Med is also home to a new passenger terminal, which replaces the city of Tangier's port as the destination for ferries and passenger ships arriving from Europe. Located inside the terminal building you will fine a Bureau de Change, ATMs, and a small shop selling newspapers, book, cigarettes and snacks etc. There is also a café on the upper floor.
The history of Tangier is very rich, due to the historical presence of many civilizations and cultures starting from before the 5th century BC. Between the period of being a strategic Berber town and then a Phoenician trading centre to the independence era around the 1950s, Tangier was a refuge for many cultures. In 1923, Tangier was considered as having international status by foreign colonial powers, and became a destination for many European and American diplomats, spies, writers and businessmen.
