4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Genoa to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£82
Average price
£96
Fastest journey
19 h 15 m
Average duration
21 h 9 m
Ferries per day
5
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 £96 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £82.
Of the 5 ferries that leave Genoa for Barcelona every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat 29 Nov the direct ferries cover the 646 km distance in an average of 21 h 9 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 19 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 22 h 30 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 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 £30. 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 £30, and a flight costs an average of £36.
Distance: 348 nautical miles (646 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|---|
£87 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest | £163 Average Price | £110 Average Price |
24h 43m Average total duration 23h 43m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 14h 3m Average total duration 13h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 39m Average total duration 31h 9m 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 16:00 | Arrival Time 13:30 | Duration 21h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Genoa to Barcelona ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Genoa to Barcelona ferries for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 Genoa | 22h30 | 09:30 Barcelona | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:00 Genoa | 22h00 | 11:00 Barcelona | 0 changesdirect | |
| 13:30 Genoa | 20h15 | 09:45 Barcelona | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:30 Genoa | 17h00 | 07:30 Barcelona | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:00 Genoa | 18h45 | 14:45 Barcelona | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Genoa to Barcelona
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Ferries from Genoa to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 23h 43m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £69 but you can travel from only £30 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 17h 0m. 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 23h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 17h 0m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 21:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: GNV, Grimaldi from Genoa to BarcelonaYou can travel by ferry between Genoa to Barcelona with GNV, Grimaldi for as low as £30. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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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.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Genoa, which is located around 2.3 miles (3.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Barcelona, located 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Genoa and Barcelona
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Trattoria dell'Acciughetta (0.3km)
- Soho Restaurant & Fish Work (0.5km)
- Eataly Genova (0.7km)
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Genova and Cooperativa Radio Taxi.
- Free
- Bus lines 1, 9, 32, stop at Piazza Caricamento
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar 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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