Taking a ferry from Spain to Tangier is a great way to get from Europe to northern Morocco.
Ferries to Tangier leave from the Spanish ports of Algeciras and Tarifa. Daily services on this route are run by two companies: ACCIONA Trasmediterranea and FRS.
The former runs the ferry service from Algeciras to Tanger Med, while the latter runs the ferry service from Tarifa to Tangier. Details about both routes are outlined below.
FRS Ferry from Tarifa to Tangier
The FRS ferry from Spain to Tangier runs five times a day on odd hours between 9:00 and 21:00. The ferry costs 33.50 euros one-way for adult foot passengers if you book online in advance.
The crossing on this route takes 1 hour. Remember that there is also a 1 hour time difference between Spain and Morocco, with the latter being behind.
ACCIONA Trasmediterranea Ferry from Algeciras to Tanger Med
The ACCIONA ferry from Spain to Tanger Med runs five times a day between 8:00 and 21:00. Fares can be as low as 9.60 euros one-way for adult foot passengers if you buy ferry tickets online well before you travel. The crossing takes 1 hour and 30 minutes. Note that Tanger Med is located 40 kilometers (25 miles) away from Tangier.