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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Barcelona to Rome
Cheapest price
£44
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
20 h 30 m
Average duration
21 h 42 m
Ferries per day
5
Distance
859 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Barcelona to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Rome will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £44.
Of the 5 ferries that leave Barcelona for Rome every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 21 Mar the direct ferries cover the 859 km distance in an average of 21 h 42 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 20 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 23 h 1 m 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Barcelona to Rome
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £286.
Distance: 463 nautical miles (859 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Coach | Train |
|---|---|---|---|
£52 Average Price Cheapest | £143 Average Price | £75 Average Price | £286 Average Price |
12h 54m Average total duration 11h 54m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 7h 55m Average total duration Fastest 4h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 44m Average total duration 19h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 50m Average total duration 18h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 2.6 - 5.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Barcelona to Rome Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 18:30 | Duration 21h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 21:30 | Duration 23h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 01:30 | Arrival Time 00:30 | Duration 23h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 21h00 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 21:00 | Duration 22h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Barcelona to Rome ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Rome ferries for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL01 | 22:00 Port of Barcelona | 22h00 | 20:00 Port of Civitavecchia | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
| 00:30 Barcelona | 21h00 | 21:30 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
| 01:00 Barcelona | 20h30 | 21:30 Rome | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Barcelona to Rome
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Ferries from Barcelona to Rome run on average 1 times per day, taking around 11h 54m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £20 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 463 nautical miles (859 km) distance in 20h 30m. There are 6 sailings per week.
Distance 463 nautical miles (859 km) |
Average sailing duration 11h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 20h 30m |
First ferry 00:30 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Ferry operators: Grimaldi from Barcelona to RomeYou can travel by ferry between Barcelona to Rome with Grimaldi for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Barcelona to Rome ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Barcelona and Rome
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Restaurante Miramar (0.3km)
- Restaurante La Gavina (0.7km)
- Restaurante 7 Portes (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxi Ecològic and Radio Taxi Barcelona.
- Free
- Metro L3, Drassanes stop
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