Spain → Morocco
Almería → Nador
A key crossing for the Moroccan diaspora and road-trippers heading to the Rif and eastern Morocco, linking Almería with Nador’s Beni Ansar port. It avoids the Strait of Gibraltar queues; cabins and halal menus are available on board.
Almería to Nador ferry at a glance
The ferry from Almería to Nador takes 7h 25m – 10h across the Alborán Sea, operated by Baleària and GNV. Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: baleària: 4 sailings a week in winter, daily over Christmas/New Year and more in summer; GNV runs a summer season (from 28 June in 2026).
Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-09-29.
Sources: balearia.com · gnv.it · gnv.it · How we verify
Return crossing: Nador to Almería
Baleària and GNV also sail Nador to Almería, taking 7h 25m – 10h.
Almería to Nador ferry timetable & sailing pattern
Baleària: 4 departures a week in winter, daily between 19 December and 7 January; GNV adds a summer service
GNV’s 2026 summer season started on 28 June. Baleària’s winter pattern is from its February 2026 page.
Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.
Official Baleària timetable →Source: Baleària Almería–Nador page (Wayback snapshot 2026-02-22) and GNV announcement. Verified 2026-09-29.
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Route Features
Vehicles
Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
Pets allowed with valid documents
Distance
100 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Nador’s Beni Ansar port is next to the Melilla border area, south of Melilla
- Almería’s port is in the city centre, near the combined bus and railway station