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Kasbah Museum
Museum in the Kasbah covering archaeology, decorative arts and the history of Mediterranean cultures inside a former palace.
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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Barcelona to Tangier
Showing times and prices for 28 Aug
Cheapest price
£126
Average price
£130
Fastest journey
1 d 8 h
Average duration
1 d 8 h 30 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
932 km
Cheap tickets
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 £130 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £126.
Fast ferries
Of the 2 ferries that leave Barcelona for Tangier every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 28 Aug the direct ferries cover the 932 km distance in an average of 1 d 8 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 d 8 h .
The slowest ferries will take 1 d 9 h 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.
10:0033h00Barcelona19:00Tangier£1261One-way0 changes- 11:0032h00Barcelona19:00Tangier£1351One-way0 changes
- 11:0032h00Barcelona19:00Tangier£1351One-way0 changes
- 10:0033h00Barcelona19:00Tangier£1261One-way0 changes
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 flight with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 0m. 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 flight costs an average of £20, and a ferry costs an average of £75.
Distance: 503 nautical miles (932 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£181 Average Price | £121 Average Price Cheapest |
17h 47m Average total duration 16h 47m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration Fastest 6h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.8 - 5.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
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 17:45 | Duration 33h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 17:30 | Arrival Time 23:59 | Duration 31h29 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 12:15 | Arrival Time 20:45 | Duration 33h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 33h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 23:45 | Arrival Time 04:00 | Duration 28h15 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 32h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 32h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 08:30 | Arrival Time 15:30 | Duration 31h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Live departures
Barcelona to Tangier ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Tangier ferries for today, Wednesday 26 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 Barcelona | 33h00 | 19:00 Tangier | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:00 Barcelona | 32h00 | 19:00 Tangier | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Barcelona to Tangier ferries with Omio?
Gnv operates all ferries services from Barcelona to Tangier.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Barcelona to Tangier.
Why book with Omio vs Gnv?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Gnv with all available travel options, which are flight and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Barcelona to Tangier.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Barcelona to Tangier.
How far in advance should I book ferry tickets from Barcelona to Tangier?
The best time to book your ferry from Barcelona to Tangier is 70 days before departure. See how prices for ferries change on the Barcelona to Tangier route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Barcelona to Tangier per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your ferry from Barcelona to Tangier.
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Overview: Ferry from Barcelona to Tangier
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Morocco
Ferries from Barcelona to Tangier run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16h 47m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £75 but you can travel from only £20 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 30m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Barcelona to Tangier are available to foot passengers.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £20
Official Omio partners on this route
Distance 503 nautical miles (932 km) |
Average sailing duration 16h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 25h 30m |
First ferry 0:30 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 70 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from £20
Ferry operators: Gnv from Barcelona to TangierYou can travel by ferry between Barcelona to Tangier with Gnv for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Gnv
About
GNV (Grandi Navi Veloci) is an Italian ferry company that operates a fleet of high-speed ferries and conventional ships that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Mediterranean Sea. The company was founded in 1997 and is based in Genoa, Italy. GNV operates ferry services between Italy, Spain, Tunisia, Algeria, and Sardinia, Sicily, and the Aeolian Islands, and also to Morocco. They also offer additional services like accommodation, duty-free shopping, and onboard entertainment. GNV is known for its high-speed ferry services and also for the comfort and amenities on board of the ships, providing a luxury experience to the passengers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
25h 30m
Cheapest Price
£75
Gnv frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations possible up to 24h before departure, fees may apply
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant, cafeteria, and bar services available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible facilities available on most ships. Assistance available for boarding and disembarking.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers or with leash and muzzle for dogs. Some areas may be restricted.
Cabin reservation
Cabins available in various categories: internal, external, superior
Car on board
Complete guide to Tangier
Things to do in Tangier
Discover the best of Tangier — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tangier trip today.
- Must visit
Grottes d’Hercule
Small cultural museum near Cap Spartel focused on the famous cave, local geology and the myths surrounding this dramatic Atlantic site.
- Recommended
Musée d’Art Contemporain de la Villa Harris
Modern art museum in a former British consulate, presenting contemporary Moroccan and international works in the city centre.
- Must visit
Grand Socco
Large central square between the medina and modern city, useful as a starting point for walks, views and people-watching.
- Must visit
Kasbah
Historic fortified quarter with narrow lanes, whitewashed houses, viewpoints and cultural sites. Ideal for wandering and photography.
- Must visit
Medina of Tangier
Tangier’s old city, packed with markets, alleys and daily life. It is the best area for experiencing the city’s layered history on foot.
- Gluten-free
Tagine with prunes
Slow-cooked meat, usually lamb or beef, with prunes, almonds and warm spices. A classic festive Moroccan tagine often served in Tangier homes.
Couscous
Steamed semolina grains served with vegetables and usually meat broth. It is a Friday staple across Morocco and widely eaten in Tangier.
- Vegetarian
Msemen
Flaky layered pancake cooked on a griddle, often eaten at breakfast with honey or cheese and mint tea. A beloved everyday Moroccan bread-pastry.
Restaurant Palais Zahia
Well-known palace-style dining room offering Moroccan specialities with music and ornate décor, suited to a more formal evening meal.
Restaurant Darna
Elegant traditional restaurant in the medina serving classic Moroccan cooking, including tagines and pastilla, in a refined riad atmosphere.
Cafe Hafa
Historic café beside the kasbah, known for mint tea, simple Moroccan dishes and broad views over the Strait in a relaxed setting.
Moroccan dirham (MAD, symbol: د.م.)
Tangier is moderate for Morocco: medina eats and taxis are cheap, while modern hotels, seafront dining and tourist areas cost more than many inland cities.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- 30-60 MAD for street food or simple cafés.
- Mid-range
- 80-180 MAD per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- 200+ MAD per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- 12-25 MAD for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Restaurants often add no service, so round up or leave 5-10%. Tip café staff small change. For taxis, round up the fare or add about 5-10 MAD.
Weego
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Prices
- Single ticket
- null
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Port de Tangier Ville -> Place du Grand Socco, Tangier
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Tangier’s urban buses are operated by ALSA. The Ikhlas card offers a discount of up to 17% versus the standard ticket.
- Use the Weego app for route planning and live tracking in Tangier. Contactless bank card acceptance on buses is not confirmed from the official sources checked.
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.
Cheap ferry tickets from Barcelona to Tangier can start from as little as £75 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Barcelona to Tangier is £181; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Barcelona to Tangier is 25h 30m to travel the 932 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Barcelona to Tangier leaves at 0:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest ferry from Barcelona to Tangier leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 1 direct ferries a day from Barcelona to Tangier with Gnv. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Barcelona to Tangier with Gnv
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Barcelona to Tangier is possible with Gnv.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Barcelona to Tangier is possible with Gnv. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses, and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Barcelona to Tangier, you can count on Gnv for the best way to get you to Tangier. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Barcelona and Tangier and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A trip to Tangier from Barcelona is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 25h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Barcelona to Tangier is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barcelona and Tangier including taking a flight and ferry.
popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Tangier
Most Barcelona to Tangier ferries use the Port of Barcelona to Port de Tanger Med port pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Tangier ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Departure ports in Barcelona
Arrival ports in Tangier
Which Barcelona port do ferries to Tangier leave from?
Ferries from Barcelona to Tangier leave from Port of Barcelona. The port is 2 km from Barcelona city centre at Estación Maritima, 08039 Barcelona, Spain.
Port of BarcelonaEstación Maritima, 08039 Barcelona, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Port of Barcelona from Barcelona city centre
Port of Barcelona is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
BusV17 · 13m · £3 · every ~8 min
N4, N6 · 17m · every ~7 min
SubwayL3 · 3m · £3 · every ~26 min
Port of Barcelona port facilities and services
Port of Barcelona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Miramar (0.3km), Restaurante La Gavina (0.7km), Restaurante 7 Portes (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are multiple ATMs available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Barcelona.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Barcelona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Port of Barcelona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Barcelona.
Which Tangier port do ferries from Barcelona arrive at?
Ferries from Barcelona to Tangier arrive at Port de Tanger Med. Port de Tanger Med is 6 km from Tangier city centre.
Port de Tanger MedVF67+Q5G, Ksar es Seghir, Morocco
City-centre transport
Getting to Port de Tanger Med from Tangier city centre
Port de Tanger Med is 5 km from Tangier city centre. Public transport options include:
BusLi3 · 56m · £6 · every ~17 min
Port de Tanger Med port facilities and services
Port de Tanger Med has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Mirage (0.7km), Restaurant La Corniche (0.9km), Restaurant La Piscine (1km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port de Tanger Med.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port de Tanger Med: Parking, Taxis, WC.
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