Cost and booking ferry tickets Spain-Morocco

I’d like to drive to Morocco from Paris via Spain. I was really surprised to see the ferry crossing prices—around 500 €—but especially the crossing time (about 1 hour). Normally, I pay 3000 € to go to Tunisia from Genoa, but that’s for a 24-hour crossing. My question: is it cheaper to buy the ticket on the spot, as some Moroccans have advised me? Though I’ve also heard the opposite. What do you think, considering I need to get to Tétouan around July 17th and return from Tangier around August 4th? Thanks in advance

I’d book in advance, especially for mid-July and early August, because that’s really when everyone’s crossing. You *can* sometimes find a better price on the spot, but you also risk waiting a long time or not getting a convenient schedule. For Tétouan, check Algeciras-Ceuta or Tarifa-Tangier Ville depending on what works best for you. You can compare here and also check directly with Balearia/FRS. Personally, I’d pay a little extra for peace of mind, especially with a car.

Thanks for your reply!