The cheapest and fastest ferries from Genoa to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£84
Fastest journey
18 h 45 m
Average duration
19 h 45 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
646 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Genoa to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa to Barcelona will cost around £84 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £76.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Genoa for Barcelona every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon 13 Jul the direct ferries cover the 646 km distance in an average of 19 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 18 h 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 20 h 45 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.
23:0020h45Genoa19:45Barcelona£761One-way0 changes
11:1518h45Genoa6:00Barcelona£921One-way0 changes
11:1518h45Genoa6:00Barcelona£921One-way0 changes
23:0020h45Genoa19:45Barcelona£761One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Genoa to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £33, and a flight costs an average of £34.
Distance: 348 nautical miles (646 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|---|
£75 Average Price | £55 Average Price Cheapest | £141 Average Price | £117 Average Price |
20h 55m Average total duration 19h 55m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 15h 35m Average total duration 15h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 25h 32m Average total duration 25h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.9 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Genoa to Barcelona Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 15:30 | Duration 18h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 15:15 | Duration 16h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 23:45 | Arrival Time 21:15 | Duration 21h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 19:45 | Duration 20h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 14:30 | Arrival Time 11:45 | Duration 21h15 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 11:45 | Duration 17h15 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 12:15 | Duration 21h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival Time 12:15 | Duration 20h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 18:45 | Arrival Time 15:30 | Duration 20h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 11:15 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 18h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 09:45 | Duration 21h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 08:45 | Duration 21h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 11:20 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 19h40 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Genoa to Barcelona ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Genoa to Barcelona ferries for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 18:30 Genoa | 17h15 | 11:45 Barcelona | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:45 Genoa | 20h45 | 15:30 Barcelona | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:30 Genoa | 16h45 | 15:15 Barcelona | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 12 July | |||||
![]() | 11:15 Genoa | 18h45 | 6:00 Barcelona | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Genoa to Barcelona by train, coach, flight or ferry
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Why should you book Genoa to Barcelona ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Gnv?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Gnv, but also compare tickets for the likes of Grimaldi to find the best option for your trip from Genoa to Barcelona.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Gnv with all available travel options, which are train, bus, flight and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Genoa to Barcelona.
Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper or Directferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Grimaldi to find the best option for your trip from Genoa to Barcelona.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus, flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Genoa to Barcelona.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Genoa to Barcelona
Ferries from Genoa to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 19h 55m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £66 but you can travel from only £33 by coach.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest ferry covers the 348 nautical miles (646 km) distance in 16h 45m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Genoa to Barcelona are available to foot passengers.


Distance 348 nautical miles (646 km) |
Average sailing duration 19h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £66 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 16h 45m |
First ferry 1:00 |
Last ferry 21:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 70 days |
Ferry operators: Gnv, Grimaldi from Genoa to BarcelonaYou can travel by ferry between Genoa to Barcelona with Gnv, Grimaldi for as low as £33. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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Grimaldi
FAQs: Genoa to Barcelona ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Genoa to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Genoa and Barcelona
Most Genoa to Barcelona ferries use the Port of Genoa to Port of Barcelona port pair. Use this guide to compare Genoa and Barcelona ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Genoa port do ferries to Barcelona leave from?
Getting to Port of Genoa from Genoa city centre
Port of Genoa is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Genoa port facilities and services
Port of Genoa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Trattoria dell'Acciughetta (0.3km), Soho Restaurant & Fish Work (0.5km), Eataly Genova (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Genoa.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Genoa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Port of Genoa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Genoa.
Which Barcelona port do ferries from Genoa arrive at?
Getting to Port of Barcelona from Barcelona city centre
Port of Barcelona is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Barcelona port facilities and services
Port of Barcelona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Miramar (0.3km), Restaurante La Gavina (0.7km), Restaurante 7 Portes (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are multiple ATMs available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Barcelona.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Barcelona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Port of Barcelona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Barcelona.
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