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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Rome to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£65
Fastest journey
22 h 15 m
Average duration
22 h 25 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
859 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Rome to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Barcelona will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £53.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Rome for Barcelona every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun 23 Nov the direct ferries cover the 859 km distance in an average of 22 h 25 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 22 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 22 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach, flight and ferry for Rome to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 34m. 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 £45, and a flight costs an average of £28.
Distance: 463 nautical miles (859 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Coach | Train |
|---|---|---|---|
£61 Average Price Cheapest | £263 Average Price | £136 Average Price | £199 Average Price |
23h 0m Average total duration 22h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 51m Average total duration 20h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 32h 43m Average total duration 32h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 2.6 - 5.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Rome to Barcelona Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 20:30 | Duration 22h00 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 21h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 01:30 | Arrival Time 00:30 | Duration 23h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 23:00 | Arrival Time 22:00 | Duration 23h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 23:59 | Arrival Time 01:00 | Duration 25h01 | Sailing Days Wed |
Live departures
Rome to Barcelona ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Barcelona ferries for today, Friday 21 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL19 | 22:00 Port of Civitavecchia | 23h00 | 21:00 Port of Barcelona | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Rome to Barcelona
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Ferries from Rome to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 22h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £28 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 19h 30m. There are 5 sailings per week.
Distance 463 nautical miles (859 km) |
Average sailing duration 22h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 19h 30m |
First ferry 00:30 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Ferry operators: Grimaldi from Rome to BarcelonaYou can travel by ferry between Rome to Barcelona with Grimaldi for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Grimaldi
FAQs: Rome to Barcelona ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome 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 Rome and Barcelona
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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