The cheapest and fastest ferries from Barcelona to Tangier
Cheapest price
£96
Average price
£123
Fastest journey
1 d 2 h 30 m
Average duration
1 d 5 h 33 m
Ferries per day
5
Distance
932 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Barcelona to Tangier is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Tangier will cost around £123 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £96.
Of the 5 ferries that leave Barcelona for Tangier every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 28 Nov the direct ferries cover the 932 km distance in an average of 1 d 5 h 33 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 d 2 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 d 7 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Barcelona to Tangier
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Tangier among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £83. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £83, and a flight costs an average of £28.
Distance: 503 nautical miles (932 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£114 Average Price Cheapest | £161 Average Price |
32h 36m Average total duration 31h 36m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 39m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.8 - 5.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Barcelona to Tangier Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GNV | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 18:45 | Duration 33h45 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator GNV | Departure Time 14:30 | Arrival Time 22:00 | Duration 31h30 | Sailing Days Sun |
Live departures
Barcelona to Tangier ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Tangier ferries for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 13:30 Barcelona | 28h15 | 17:45 Tangier | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 28 November | |||||
![]() | 10:00 Barcelona | 31h15 | 17:15 Tangier | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:15 Barcelona | 33h30 | 19:45 Tangier | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Barcelona to Tangier
Ferries from Barcelona to Tangier run on average 1 times per day, taking around 31h 36m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £83 but you can travel from only £28 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 503 nautical miles (932 km) distance in 25h 0m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Barcelona to Tangier are available to foot passengers.

Distance 503 nautical miles (932 km) |
Average sailing duration 31h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £83 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 25h 0m |
First ferry 00:30 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: GNV from Barcelona to TangierYou can travel by ferry between Barcelona to Tangier with GNV for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Barcelona to Tangier ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Tangier by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tangier, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Barcelona, which is located around 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port de Tanger Med, located 28.7 miles (46.3 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Tangier
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Restaurante Miramar (0.3km)
- Restaurante La Gavina (0.7km)
- Restaurante 7 Portes (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxi Ecològic and Radio Taxi Barcelona.
- Free
- Metro L3, Drassanes stop
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
- Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Free WiFi
- Restaurant Le Mirage (0.7km)
- Restaurant La Corniche (0.9km)
- Restaurant La Piscine (1km)
- Main companies are Taxi Tanger and Grand Taxi.
- Free
- Bus line 19, Stop: Tanger Med Port
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