The cheapest and fastest ferries from Tangier to Cádiz
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£38
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
1 h
Ferries per day
14
Distance
96 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Tangier to Cádiz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tangier to Cádiz will cost around £38 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £35.
Of the 14 ferries that leave Tangier for Cádiz every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 15 Jul the direct ferries cover the 96 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 59 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 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.
MARIA DOLORES9:001h00Port of Tangier Ville11:00Port of Tarifa£351One-way0 changes
MARIA DOLORES17:001h00Port of Tangier Ville19:00Port of Tarifa£351One-way0 changes
MARIA DOLORES13:001h00Port of Tangier Ville15:00Port of Tarifa£351One-way0 changes
MARIA DOLORES21:001h00Port of Tangier Ville23:00Port of Tarifa£351One-way0 changes
AVEMAR DOS20:001h00Port of Tangier Ville22:00Port of Tarifa£381One-way0 changes
CECILIA PAYNE22:000h59Port of Tangier Ville23:59Port of Tarifa£381One-way0 changes
CECILIA PAYNE10:001h00Port of Tangier Ville12:00Port of Tarifa£451One-way0 changes
AVEMAR DOS12:001h00Port of Tangier Ville14:00Port of Tarifa£381One-way0 changes
CECILIA PAYNE18:001h00Port of Tangier Ville20:00Port of Tarifa£461One-way0 changes
MARIA DOLORES9:001h00Port of Tangier Ville11:00Port of Tarifa£351One-way0 changes
Tangier to Cádiz Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 14:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 11:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Africa Morocco Link | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 12:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Africa Morocco Link | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 15:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Africa Morocco Link | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 21:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Africa Morocco Link | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 16:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 20:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 18:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 16:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Africa Morocco Link | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 23:59 | Duration 0h59 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Africa Morocco Link | Departure Time 01:00 | Arrival Time 03:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 23:59 | Arrival Time 02:00 | Duration 1h01 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 22:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Africa Morocco Link | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 11:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Africa Morocco Link | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 08:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 06:00 | Arrival Time 08:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Africa Morocco Link | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 22:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Africa Morocco Link | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 21:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Africa Morocco Link | Departure Time 06:00 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Balearia | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 10:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Tangier to Cádiz ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Tangier to Cádiz ferries for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AVEMAR DOS | 23:59 Port of Tangier Ville | 1h01 | 2:00 Port of Tarifa | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 15 July | |||||
CECILIA PAYNE | 6:00 Port of Tangier Ville | 1h00 | 8:00 Port of Tarifa | 0 changesdirect | |
AVEMAR DOS | 8:00 Port of Tangier Ville | 1h00 | 10:00 Port of Tarifa | 0 changesdirect | |
MARIA DOLORES | 9:00 Port of Tangier Ville | 1h00 | 11:00 Port of Tarifa | 0 changesdirect | |
CECILIA PAYNE | 10:00 Port of Tangier Ville | 1h00 | 12:00 Port of Tarifa | 0 changesdirect | |
AVEMAR DOS | 12:00 Port of Tangier Ville | 1h00 | 14:00 Port of Tarifa | 0 changesdirect | |
MARIA DOLORES | 13:00 Port of Tangier Ville | 1h00 | 15:00 Port of Tarifa | 0 changesdirect | |
CECILIA PAYNE | 14:00 Port of Tangier Ville | 1h00 | 16:00 Port of Tarifa | 0 changesdirect | |
AVEMAR DOS | 16:00 Port of Tangier Ville | 1h00 | 18:00 Port of Tarifa | 0 changesdirect | |
MARIA DOLORES | 17:00 Port of Tangier Ville | 1h00 | 19:00 Port of Tarifa | 0 changesdirect | |
CECILIA PAYNE | 18:00 Port of Tangier Ville | 1h00 | 20:00 Port of Tarifa | 0 changesdirect | |
AVEMAR DOS | 20:00 Port of Tangier Ville | 1h00 | 22:00 Port of Tarifa | 0 changesdirect | |
MARIA DOLORES | 21:00 Port of Tangier Ville | 1h00 | 23:00 Port of Tarifa | 0 changesdirect | |
CECILIA PAYNE | 22:00 Port of Tangier Ville | 0h59 | 23:59 Port of Tarifa | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Tangier to Cádiz
Ferries from Tangier to Cádiz run on average 12 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
There are 12 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:01, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 51 nautical miles (96 km) distance in 1h 0m. There are 77 sailings per week. Ferries from Tangier to Cádiz are available to foot passengers.



Distance 51 nautical miles (96 km) |
Average sailing duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Ferries per day 12 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 77 |
Fastest ferry 1h 0m |
First ferry 0:01 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Ferry operators: Africa Morocco Link, Balearia, FRS Iberia from Tangier to CádizYou can travel by ferry between Tangier to Cádiz with Africa Morocco Link, Balearia, FRS Iberia for as low as £34. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Tangier to Cádiz ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tangier to Cádiz 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 Cádiz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Tangier and Cádiz
Most Tangier to Cádiz ferries use the Port of Tangier Ville to Port of Tarifa port pair. Use this guide to compare Tangier and Cádiz ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
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Getting to Port of Tangier Ville from Tangier city centre
Port of Tangier Ville is 2 km from Tangier city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Tangier Ville port facilities and services
Port of Tangier Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant El Tangerino (0.3km), Restaurant Le Saveur du Poisson (0.7km), Restaurant La Fabrique (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Tangier Ville.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Tangier Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Tangier Ville.
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