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Vatican Museums
World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Tarragona to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tarragona to Rome will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £40.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 1 ferries from Tarragona to Rome, including 1 direct services.
On Mon 02 Nov the direct ferries cover the 939 km distance in an average of 21 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 21 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 21 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.
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Ferries from Tarragona to Rome run on average 1 times per day, taking around 22h 5m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £20 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 507 nautical miles (939 km) distance in 19h 30m. There are 1 sailings per week.

Distance 507 nautical miles (939 km) |
Average sailing duration 22h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 19h 30m |
First ferry 0:30 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Tarragona to Rome.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival time 18:30 | Duration 21h00 | Sailing Days mon, thu |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival time 18:30 | Duration 20h00 | Sailing Days tue, thu |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 23:30 | Arrival time 19:30 | Duration 20h00 | Sailing Days fri, sat |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 01:30 | Arrival time 00:30 | Duration 23h00 | Sailing Days sun |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival time 20:00 | Duration 23h00 | Sailing Days fri, sat |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival time 21:00 | Duration 23h00 | Sailing Days fri, sat |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 23:59 | Arrival time 01:00 | Duration 25h01 | Sailing Days wed |
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World-renowned Vatican collections with Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, essential for art and Church history.
Superb Capitoline collections on Michelangelo's square, showcasing ancient sculpture, bronzes, and Rome's civic history.
Outstanding gallery in a villa setting, celebrated for Bernini sculptures and masterpieces by Caravaggio and Raphael.
Baroque square with fountains and lively street life, ideal for people-watching and a classic Rome atmosphere.
Famous staircase linking Piazza di Spagna to Trinità dei Monti, beloved for city scenes and elegant surroundings.
Bohemian quarter of lanes, piazzas, and nightlife, popular for evening strolls, local character, and riverside charm.
Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk, Pecorino Romano and black pepper. A city icon prized for its rich sauce and no cream tradition.
Pasta in a sharp, savoury sauce of guanciale, tomato and Pecorino Romano. A classic Roman favourite with roots in local trattoria cooking.
Simple Roman pasta made with Pecorino Romano and black pepper. It shows the city’s love of bold flavour from few ingredients.
Michelin-starred restaurant by the Colosseum serving refined Roman cuisine in an elegant setting. Best for a fine-dining splurge.
Historic Trastevere trattoria known for classic Roman pasta and warm old-school rooms. A dependable choice for traditional local dishes.
Long-running Testaccio restaurant specialising in Roman quinto quarto and pasta. Informal, authentic and popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for a major Western European capital. Hotels in central areas are pricey, but dining and public transport are often cheaper than in Paris or London.
Service is often included or covered by a coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. In cafés, small change is enough; taxis are usually rounded up.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tarragona to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
