Approaching Tarifa on the ferry from Tangier

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Tangier to Tarifa Ferry

Compare every Tangier to Tarifa sailing. From £66.87 one way, 9 times a day, crossing in about 1h.

  • 1h crossing
  • 61 sailings a week
  • Cars carried

Tangier to Tarifa sailings on Saturday 31 October

9 departures found. Prices update live and are shown as a total.

Meridian of the Baltic
05:45Tangier
1h 1m
★ Cheapest
06:46Tarifa
£91.96
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Meridian of the Baltic
07:35Tangier
57m
⚡ Fastest
08:32Tarifa
£116.91
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Meridian of the Baltic
09:30Tangier
1h 3m
Foot passenger
10:33Tarifa
£107.22
total
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Meridian of the Baltic
11:20Tangier
1h
Foot passenger
12:20Tarifa
£106.41
total
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Meridian of the Baltic
13:15Tangier
58m
Foot passenger
14:13Tarifa
£96.43
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Meridian of the Baltic
15:05Tangier
1h 2m
Foot passenger
16:07Tarifa
£101.78
total
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Only 5 spaces left at this price on the 15:05 sailing.

Meridian of the Baltic
16:00Tangier
1h 2m
Foot passenger
17:02Tarifa
£111.79
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Meridian of the Baltic
18:50Tangier
1h
Foot passenger
19:50Tarifa
£112.92
total · free changes
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Meridian of the Baltic
20:45Tangier
1h 2m
Foot passenger
21:47Tarifa
£97.73
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About the Tangier to Tarifa ferry

CTN operates the Tangier – Tarifa crossing 9 times a day. Expect to be at sea for about 1h, with one-way tickets from £66.87. We compare every operator on the route in one search, so you can see the cheapest and the fastest side by side before you commit.

Vehicles are carried on this route, so you can take a car, campervan or motorbike across and keep your luggage with you. Foot passengers are welcome on board.

Tangier to Tarifa ferry timetable

There are around 61 sailings a week on this route, 9 times a day. The table below shows how this crossing compares with the other services Tangier and Tarifa are connected to.

RouteOperatorsDurationSailings / weekFromAverageVehicle
Tangier – Tarifa CTN1h61 £66.87£324.52 Yes

How much is the ferry from Tangier to Tarifa?

One-way fares start at £66.87. Across all booking types the average paid on this route is about £324.52. That figure includes vehicles, multiple passengers and peak-season departures, which is why it sits well above the headline price.

Which operators sail this route?

CTN operates the Tangier – Tarifa crossing. As the sole operator, availability tightens quickly in peak season, so book early.

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Taking a vehicle

Cars, campervans, motorhomes and motorbikes are all carried on the Tangier to Tarifa ferry. Add your vehicle when you search and every price shown will include it, and no vehicle surcharge appears later in the booking.

Getting to Tangier

Check in opens around 90 minutes before departure for vehicles and 45 minutes for foot passengers, and closes 30 to 60 minutes before sailing depending on the operator. Read our Tangier port guide for terminal facilities, parking and directions, and the Tarifa guide for the other end.

Tangier to Tarifa ferry: your questions answered

How long is the ferry from Tangier to Tarifa?

The Tangier to Tarifa ferry takes approximately 1h. Actual crossing time varies a little by operator, vessel and sea conditions.

How much is the ferry from Tangier to Tarifa?

One-way fares start from £66.87. The average booking on this route comes to around £324.52 once vehicles, extra passengers and peak dates are taken into account.

Who sails from Tangier to Tarifa?

CTN operates this crossing. We compare all of them in a single search.

How often does the Tangier to Tarifa ferry run?

There are around 61 sailings a week on this route, which works out at 9 times a day. Frequency is usually higher in summer and over school holidays.

Can I take a car on the Tangier to Tarifa ferry?

Yes. Cars, campervans and motorbikes are carried on this route. Add your vehicle at the search stage so the price you see includes it.

What is the cheapest day to sail from Tangier to Tarifa?

Midweek departures, particularly Tuesday and Wednesday, are typically the cheapest, along with the earliest sailing of the day. Friday and Saturday crossings in July and August are the most expensive.

How far in advance should I book?

Prices on this route rise as departure approaches. Booking more than six weeks ahead usually secures the lowest fare; inside a week you can expect to pay substantially more, especially in peak season.

Do I need a passport for the Tangier to Tarifa ferry?

Carry valid photo ID for every passenger. International crossings require a passport valid for the whole of your trip, and non-EU travellers entering the Schengen area are now subject to biometric registration at the border. Check the operator's requirements before you travel.

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