Port of Algeciras
Europe’s Busiest Ferry Gateway to Africa
Algeciras, on the Bay of Gibraltar, is Spain’s main passenger port for Morocco (Tanger Med) and the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. Traffic peaks sharply in summer during Operación Paso del Estrecho, when large numbers of vehicles cross between Europe and North Africa.
Ferries from Port of Algeciras
2 ferry routes on FerryConnect. Tap a route for timetables, operators and booking.
| To / from | Crossing time | Operators | Carries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceuta | 1h (fast ferry) – 1h 30m (conventional ferry) | DFDS, Baleària | Cars & foot |
| Tanger Med | 1h 30m – 2h | Baleària, DFDS, Trasmed, Africa Morocco Link | Cars & foot |
Sailing patterns from Port of Algeciras
- Algeciras → Ceuta
10 or more DFDS departures a day (at least 5 from each port); Baleària up to 10 a day
DFDS notes high-season timetables are subject to change without notice.
Source: DFDS Algeciras–Ceuta “usual timetables” (departures from Algeciras), checked 2026-09-29
Passenger Terminals
Ground Transport & Railway Links
Algeciras railway station is close to the port, with trains to Ronda, Granada and Madrid
The A-7 coastal motorway connects Algeciras to Málaga, and the A-48/A-381 to Cádiz and Jerez
Buses link Algeciras with Tarifa, La Línea (for Gibraltar), Málaga and Seville
Paid parking is available near the maritime station for foot passengers.
We have not confirmed public EV charging at the port. Charge before arriving in summer, when queues can be long.
Ferry Routes from Port of Algeciras
Algeciras → Tanger Med
Crossing: 1h 30m – 2h · Baleària, DFDS, Trasmed, Africa Morocco Link
Algeciras → Ceuta
Crossing: 1h (fast ferry) – 1h 30m (conventional ferry) · DFDS, Baleària
Port Logistics & Accommodation
Essential bookings for your crossing through Port of Algeciras.