Getting to Gibraltar by Land or Sea

By Land

Gibraltar shares a 1.2 km border with Spain. While the border was closed for nearly twenty years (1966–1985) due to a dispute over the territory's status, there are now no issues—at least in terms of border crossings. The border post is open 24/7 year-round, and there is no limit on the number of entries as long as you have the correct paperwork. There are also no fees or charges to pay.

From France or Spain

It’s just under 2,000 km from Paris to Gibraltar. You can easily reach it by land in two days, either in your own vehicle or by choosing the nearby Spanish city of Algeciras and taking Eurolines buses (180 €–250 round trip, depending on the departure city) or even the train (which is more expensive).

Additionally, most Spanish cities in the region have direct bus connections—or connections via Algeciras—to La Línea, the Spanish town on the border. From its bus station, Gibraltar is just a 5-minute walk away.

By Sea

Ferries

To/from Morocco

Gibraltar ("The Rock") has a ferry link with Tangier in Morocco, though this varies by season. The route is operated by FRS and takes about half an hour. There may also be services from Moroccan ports to the nearby Spanish ports of Algeciras and Tarifa.

To/from Spain

There is also a twice-daily half-hour ferry between Algeciras and Gibraltar, operated by Transcoma Lines.

Cargo

Cruises

Though Gibraltar isn’t on the main cruise ship routes, the city still welcomes over 200 cruise ships each year (see the scheduled arrivals calendar), with around 350,000 cruise passengers in 2013.

Sailboats

Gibraltar has three marinas capable of accommodating 450 boats, with lengths of up to 100 metres.