Ferry Málaga - Melilla

You can find year-round discount tickets for various passenger categories, such as children, seniors, residents, and large families when traveling from the port of Málaga to Melilla. Keep in mind that infants up to 4 years old travel free of charge.

Ferries on the Málaga - Melilla route offer modern, comfortable facilities for a relaxing journey. You’ll typically find air-conditioned lounges, outdoor deck seating, snack bars, children's area, accessible amenities for passengers with disabilities, and designated pet-friendly areas. Some vessels also provide Wi-Fi hotspots, allowing you to stay connected throughout your trip.

Cabins and accommodation

Ferries from Málaga to Melilla offer comfortable cabin options for a relaxing journey between the Iberian Peninsula and North Africa. You can choose from 2-4 berth cabins featuring air conditioning, private bathrooms, and bedding. Some vessels also offer sea-view or premium ‘VIP’ cabins with extra space and added comfort.

If you prefer not to book a cabin, standard and business-class seats are also available.

Luggage

On the ferries of Baleària, you can carry the maximum luggage that you can get on board by yourself, without help and in one go. The Málaga - Melilla ferry might also have open luggage trunks in the passenger lounges, where you can leave your luggage during the trip.

With Trasmediterránea, passengers can carry 1 larger piece of luggage with a maximum weight of 60 kg or 4 small pieces of luggage.

Traveling with pets

Pets are welcome on the Málaga - Melilla ferry route, but passengers must ensure their pet has a microchip, a valid rabies vaccination (within the last 12 months), and a European pet passport.

Three types of pet accommodation are available:

• Calm kennels: ventilated, regularly cleaned areas where pets travel safely.
• Pet-friendly seat: upgraded seating where pets can travel with you, inside their carrier, for the entire journey.
• Pet-friendly cabin: private cabins adapted for pets, allowing you both to travel comfortably together.

Here are some travel tips for your ferry trip between Málaga and Melilla: 

• We recommend you arrive at the port of Málaga at least 1.5 hr before your departure, as it can get busy, especially in the summer and on the weekends.
• For more information regarding trips to/from Spanish ports, check out the ferry schedules for Spain.
• From Melilla, you can also reach the Moroccan city of Nador, which is also connected to various Spanish ports. Check out all Spain - Morocco ferries in our dedicated article.
• An alternative way of traveling between the Iberian Peninsula and North Africa by ferry is the Motril - Melilla ferry route. Find out more information here and organize your trip on our interactive Map of ferries.

Where to take the ferry from Málaga to Melilla

Ferries to Melilla depart from the Estación Marítima de Málaga, located in the port of Málaga in southern Spain.

How to get from Malaga city center to the ferry terminal

The ferry terminal in Málaga is easy to reach from the city center on foot, by bus, or by car.

• On foot: from Alameda Principal or Plaza de la Marina (next to the park and port), it’s a flat 15-20 min walk to the ferry area at Muelle 3. Simply head toward the sea, enter the port’s pedestrian access, and follow signs for Puerto / Estación Marítima / Melilla.
• By bus or train: several EMT buses stop at “Muelle Heredia” or “Puerto Málaga,” both a short walk from the terminal. Common lines serving the area include 1, 3, and 16. If you’re arriving at Málaga Centro Alameda or María Zambrano stations, you can walk 15-20 min or take a connecting bus to the port.
• By car: a taxi from the historic center (around Calle Larios or the Cathedral) typically takes under 10 min in normal traffic to reach the ferry terminal.

Where does the ferry arrive in Melilla?

Ferries from Málaga arrive at the port of Melilla, specifically at Calle Muelle de Ribera, on the north coast of Africa.

About Málaga

Lying on the Costa del Sol of the Mediterranean Sea, the Andalusian port of Málaga is a fantastic holiday destination and a convenient getaway to the north coast of Africa.

About Melilla

The breathtaking coastal wonder that is Melilla is located on the northwest coast of Africa. It is a Spanish autonomous city close to the Sahara Desert and right next to Morocco. Discover more about the ferry port of Melilla here, including the best travel tips and recommendations.