- Must visit
Museo Archeologico della Città di Alghero
Archaeological museum presenting Nuragic, Roman, and medieval finds that explain Alghero's long urban history.
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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Barcelona to Alghero
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Aug 31
Cheapest price on Aug 31
$53
Average ticket price on Aug 31
$53
Fastest journey on Aug 31
13 h
Average journey duration on Aug 31
13 h
Ferries on Aug 31
1
Distance
525 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Barcelona to Alghero is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Alghero will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $53.
Fast ferries
On Mon, Aug 31, we found 1 ferries from Barcelona to Alghero, including 1 direct services.
On Mon, Aug 31 the direct ferries cover the 525 km distance in an average of 13 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 13 h .
On Mon, Aug 31 the slowest ferries will take 13 h 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.
GL019:00 PM13h00Port of Barcelona10:00 AMPorto Torres (Porto Industriale)$531One-way0 transfers
- GL019:00 PM13h00Port of Barcelona10:00 AMPorto Torres (Porto Industriale)$531One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Barcelona to Alghero
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Alghero among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $55 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $55, while a flight costs an average of $371.
Distance: 283 nautical miles (525 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
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$55 Average price Cheapest | $371 Average price |
14h 14m Average total duration 13h 14m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 1m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Alghero is a ferry with an average price of $55 (€45).
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Alghero:
A ferry is $316 (€256) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Alghero costing on average $371 (€301).
The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Alghero is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 1m.
Other travel options to Alghero take longer:
Ferry takes on average 13h 14m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barcelona and Alghero including taking a flight and ferry.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to Alghero among Omio's users.
Barcelona to Alghero Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
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Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 09:59PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 15h01 | Sailing Days Wed, Sat |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 13h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 13h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 15h01 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 13h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 13h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 14h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Sat |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 13h45 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 14h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
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Why should you book Barcelona to Alghero ferries with Omio?
Grimaldi as well as Gnv offer ferries services from Barcelona to Alghero.
Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Barcelona to Alghero.
Why book with Omio vs Grimaldi?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Grimaldi, but also compare tickets for the likes of Gnv to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Alghero.
- 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.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Grimaldi with all available travel options, which are flight and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Barcelona to Alghero.
Why book with Omio over Directferries or Ferryhopper?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Gnv to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Alghero.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Barcelona to Alghero.
Offers and deals from Barcelona to Alghero
Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Barcelona to Alghero and choose the solutions that best suit your needs. Below, you will find a selection of the most popular offers proposed by Grimaldi
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Sardinia: 20% off on selected routes with Grimaldi Lines
Get 20% off when travelling with departure date scheduled within 7 days of the booking date, for the following maritime connections:
Livorno-Olbia and vice versa
Civitavecchia-Olbia and vice versa
Civitavecchia-Porto Torres and vice versa
The offer is valid for bookings made from 25/7/24 to 25/8/24 for departures scheduled within 7 days of the booking date (from 25/7/24 to 1/9/24) on the lines indicated above.
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Autumn in Sardinia: 20% off on selected routes
Discover Sardinia in Autumn and get 20% off on selected routes.
The offer is valid only for booking from the 2nd of August 2024 to the 15th of December 2024 on the following departures:
• Livorno-Olbia: departures on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 2/9 to 15/12.
• Olbia-Livorno: departures on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday from 9/9 to 15/12.
• Civitavecchia-Olbia: departures on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 2/9 to 22/9.
• Olbia-Civitavecchia: departures on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday from 9/9 to 29/9.
• Civitavecchia-Porto Torres, for departures from 2/9 to 15/12
• Porto Torres-Civitavecchia, for departures from 6/9 to 15/12
• Barcellona-Porto Torres, for departures from 2/9 to 15/12
• Porto Torres-Barcellona, for departures from 6/9 to 15/12
Tickets starting from 63€
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Explore Greece and get a special price for Brindisi-Igoumenitsa, Brindisi-Corfu lines and vice versa!
Adult passenger fee: €63 per person, fixed fees and EU ETS* costs included
Any supplements relating to: accommodation (seat, cabin), accompanying vehicle, animals, on-board services (e.g. meals, pet in cabin, wellness center, etc.), premiums relating to insurance policies are excluded.
Supplement for boarding accompanying cars: €73 per vehicle of the CAR and CAR XS type, EU ETS* costs included
The prices described above apply to bookings made from 7 August to 30 September 2024 for departures up to 30 September 2024 on the lines indicated above.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Barcelona to Alghero
Spain
Italy
Ferries from Barcelona to Alghero run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 14m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $46 (€37) but you can travel from only $22 (€18) by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 283 nautical miles (525 km) distance in 13h 0m. There are 1 sailings per week. Ferries from Barcelona to Alghero are available to foot passengers.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $22 (€18)
Official Omio partners on this route
Distance 283 nautical miles (525 km) |
Average sailing duration 13h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€37) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 13h 0m |
First ferry 12:30 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $22 (€18)
Ferry operators: Grimaldi from Barcelona to AlgheroYou can travel by ferry between Barcelona to Alghero with Grimaldi for as low as $22 (€18). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Grimaldi
About
Grimaldi Lines is a ferry company based in Naples, Italy that operates a fleet of roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) vessels. The company provides crossings to destinations in the Mediterranean, including Spain, Greece, Turkey, and Tunisia. Grimaldi Lines also operates a number of routes in the North Sea and Baltic Sea.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Grimaldi Duration
13h 0m
Cheapest Grimaldi Price
$46 (€37)
Grimaldi frequency
1 a day
Additional luggage
Extra luggage allowed for a fee
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation possible up to 48 hours before departure with partial refund
Amenities on board the ferry
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant, cafeteria, and bar services available
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible facilities available on most vessels. Assistance available upon request.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers, dogs must be leashed and muzzled
Cabin reservation
Various cabin types available, from standard to luxury suites
Car on board
Complete guide to Alghero
Things to do in Alghero
Discover the best of Alghero — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Alghero trip today.
- Recommended
Museo del Corallo
Museum inside a historic tower focused on coral craftsmanship, a tradition strongly linked to Alghero's identity.
- Recommended
Lo Quarter Exhibition Space
Art space hosting temporary exhibitions and cultural events in a historic urban setting near the waterfront bastions.
- Must visit
Bastioni Marco Polo
Scenic seafront bastions with panoramic sunset views, historic walls, and one of the most enjoyable walks in Alghero.
- Must visit
Bastioni Cristoforo Colombo
Elegant promenade atop the sea walls, ideal for views of Capo Caccia and the old town's golden stone at dusk.
- Must visit
Centro Storico
The atmospheric historic center, filled with narrow lanes, Catalan heritage, artisan shops, and major monuments.
- Gluten-free
Aragosta Alla Catalana
Lobster cooked Catalan style with tomato, onion and olive oil. Alghero is famous for this dish thanks to its long Catalan heritage and local lobster fishing.
Zuppa Di Pesce Alla Algherese
Seafood soup with fish, shellfish, tomato and garlic, often served over toasted bread. A classic way to taste Alghero’s daily catch.
Pane Frattau Algherese Style
Open-faced flatbread topped with tomato, olive oil, garlic and often anchovies. A beloved Sardinian street snack commonly eaten in Alghero.
Al Tuguri
Refined seafood restaurant known for elegant Sardinian tasting menus and polished service in Alghero’s historic center.
Trattoria Lo Romani
Well-known traditional restaurant serving Sardinian seafood and local specialties in a warm, classic setting inside the old town.
Mabrouk
Established harbor-side seafood spot appreciated for fresh catch, lobster dishes and relaxed views near the seafront.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Italy: stays rise in summer, but dining and local buses are fairly priced versus larger resort cities.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for pizza, panini, or fast food.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.20-2.50 for espresso or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service may be included as coperto. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Taxis are usually rounded up. Small change is fine in cafes.
FAQs: Ferry from Barcelona to Alghero
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Alghero 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 Alghero, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap ferry tickets from Barcelona to Alghero can start from as little as $46 (€37) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Barcelona to Alghero is $55 (€45) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Barcelona to Alghero is 13h 0m to travel the 326 miles (525 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Barcelona to Alghero leaves at 12:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest ferry from Barcelona to Alghero leaves at 11:30 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct ferries a day from Barcelona to Alghero with Grimaldi. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Barcelona to Alghero with Gnv
Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Barcelona to Alghero is possible with Gnv.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Barcelona to Alghero is possible with Gnv. We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot, but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Barcelona to Alghero, you can count on Grimaldi, Gnv for the best way to get you to Alghero. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Barcelona and Alghero and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A trip to Alghero from Barcelona is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 13h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Barcelona to Alghero is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Barcelona and Alghero including taking a flight and ferry.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Alghero are:
- Neptune's Grotto, a stunning sea cave with impressive stalactites and stalagmites accessible by boat or a scenic stairway
- Alghero Cathedral, a historic church featuring Gothic and Baroque architectural elements located in the heart of the old town
- Nuraghe Palmavera, an archaeological site showcasing ancient stone structures from the Nuragic civilization
- Torre di Porta Terra, a medieval tower offering panoramic views of the city and a glimpse into Alghero's history
- Lido di San Giovanni, a lively beach area with golden sands and clear waters, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
The best things to do in Alghero include:
- Alghero Old Town, a charming historic area with cobblestone streets, medieval architecture, and vibrant local shops
- Maria Pia Beach, a beautiful sandy beach with clear waters and a backdrop of pine trees, perfect for relaxation
- Coral Museum, an informative museum dedicated to the history and significance of coral in Alghero's culture and economy
- Wine tasting tours, exploring the local vineyards and sampling Sardinian wines
- Cycling along the scenic coastal paths, offering breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea.
Since both Barcelona and Alghero are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to Alghero among Omio's users.
Italy uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. Travelers generally find it convenient to use cards for most payments, especially in cities and larger establishments, but carrying some cash is advisable for small shops, markets, and rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.
In Alghero, travelers should be cautious of petty theft, especially in crowded areas like markets and beaches. Common scams include overpriced taxi fares and unofficial tour operators offering low-quality services. It's advisable to use licensed taxis and book tours through reputable providers. Additionally, watch personal belongings closely to avoid pickpocketing, particularly during peak tourist seasons.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Barcelona to Alghero
Most Barcelona to Alghero ferries use the Port of Barcelona to Porto Torres (Porto Industriale) port pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Alghero ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Departure ports in Barcelona
Arrival ports in Alghero
Which Barcelona port do ferries to Alghero leave from?
Ferries from Barcelona to Alghero leave from Port of Barcelona. The port is 1 miles (2 km) from Barcelona city centre at Estación Maritima, 08039 Barcelona, Spain.
Port of BarcelonaEstación Maritima, 08039 Barcelona, Spain
City-centre transport
Getting to Port of Barcelona from Barcelona city centre
Port of Barcelona is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
BusV17 · 13m · $4 · every ~8 min
N4, N6 · 17m · every ~7 min
SubwayL3 · 3m · $4 · every ~26 min
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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