The cheapest and fastest ferries from Rome to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£51
Average price
£51
Fastest journey
22 h 15 m
Average duration
22 h 15 m
Ferries per day
1
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 £51 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £51.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Rome for Barcelona every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 10 Jul the direct ferries cover the 859 km distance in an average of 22 h 15 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 15 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.
GL1922:3022h15Port of Civitavecchia20:45Port of Barcelona£511One-way0 changes
GL1922:3022h15Port of Civitavecchia20:45Port of Barcelona£511One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare 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 £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 7h 15m. 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 flight costs an average of £21.
Distance: 463 nautical miles (859 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£47 Average Price Cheapest | £123 Average Price | £78 Average Price |
9h 41m Average total duration 8h 41m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration Fastest 7h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 47m Average total duration 13h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 2.6 - 5.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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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 21:59 | Duration 23h29 | Sailing Days Tue, Fri, Sat |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 17:00 | Duration 19h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 20:30 | Arrival Time 19:15 | Duration 22h45 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 22:30 | Duration 25h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 00:30 | Arrival Time 22:45 | Duration 22h15 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 00:00 | Arrival Time 20:30 | Duration 20h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Rome to Barcelona ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Barcelona ferries for today, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GL01 | 20:30 Port of Civitavecchia | 22h45 | 19:15 Port of Barcelona | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Grimaldi?
- 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 bus, flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Rome to Barcelona.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Rome to Barcelona
Ferries from Rome to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 41m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £37 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
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 0m. There are 6 sailings per week.

Distance 463 nautical miles (859 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price £37 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 20h 0m |
First ferry 0:30 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 77 days |
Ferry operators: Grimaldi from Rome to BarcelonaYou can travel by ferry between Rome to Barcelona 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: 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
Most Rome to Barcelona ferries use the Port of Civitavecchia to Port of Barcelona port pair. Use this guide to compare Rome and Barcelona ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Barcelona port do ferries from Rome 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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