The cheapest and fastest ferries from Milan to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£72
Fastest journey
21 h 45 m
Average duration
21 h 45 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
726 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Milan to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Barcelona will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £72.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Milan 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 Thu 28 May the direct ferries cover the 726 km distance in an average of 21 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 21 h 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 21 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.
12:0021h45Milan9:45Barcelona£721One-way0 changes
11:0021h45Milan8:45Barcelona£721One-way0 changes
12:0021h45Milan9:45Barcelona£721One-way0 changes
11:0021h45Milan8:45Barcelona£721One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Milan to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.7 - 1.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £18.
Distance: 392 nautical miles (726 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Coach | Train |
|---|---|---|---|
£74 Average Price | £112 Average Price | £45 Average Price Cheapest | £80 Average Price |
18h 24m Average total duration 17h 24m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 7h 56m Average total duration Fastest 4h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 21m Average total duration 10h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 58m Average total duration 11h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 2.2 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Milan 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 17:00 | Arrival Time 17:15 | Duration 24h15 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 23:45 | Arrival Time 21:15 | Duration 21h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 09:30 | Duration 20h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 09:45 | Duration 21h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 08:45 | Duration 21h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 11:20 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 19h40 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 19:45 | Duration 20h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Live departures
Milan to Barcelona ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Barcelona ferries for tomorrow, Tuesday 26 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:00 Milan | 21h45 | 8:45 Barcelona | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 Milan | 21h45 | 9:45 Barcelona | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Milan to Barcelona by train, coach, flight or ferry
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- 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.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus, flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Milan to Barcelona.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Milan to Barcelona
Ferries from Milan to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 17h 24m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £69 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 392 nautical miles (726 km) distance in 16h 45m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Milan to Barcelona are available to foot passengers.

Distance 392 nautical miles (726 km) |
Average sailing duration 17h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £69 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 16h 45m |
First ferry 0:45 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Ferry operators: Gnv from Milan to BarcelonaYou can travel by ferry between Milan to Barcelona with Gnv for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Milan to Barcelona ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan 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 Milan and Barcelona
- 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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