- Must visit
Museo del Palazzo Apostolico di Castel Gandolfo
Museum inside the papal palace presenting pontifical apartments and Vatican-linked history. A major cultural stop near Ciampino with refined interiors.
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
21 h 30 m
Average duration
21 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
869 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Barcelona to Ciampino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Ciampino will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Barcelona for Ciampino on Fri, Jul 24, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct ferries cover the 869 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 .
On Fri, Jul 24 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.


Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Ciampino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $37, and a train costs an average of $283.
Distance: 469 nautical miles (869 km)
| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $283 Average price | $129 Average price | $273 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
22h 45m Average total duration 21h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 30m Average total duration 31h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29h 50m Average total duration 29h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Ciampino:
A flight is $2 (€2) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Barcelona to Ciampino costing on average $63 (€52).
A flight is $68 (€56) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Ciampino costing on average $129 (€106).
A flight is $222 (€182) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Ciampino costing on average $283 (€232).
Other travel options to Ciampino take longer:
Ferry takes on average 21h 45m.
Bus takes on average 29h 20m.
Train takes on average 31h 0m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 21h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 19h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Ciampino ferries for today, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:30 PM Barcelona | 21h30 | 6:00 PM Ciampino | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ferries from Barcelona to Ciampino run on average 1 times per day, taking around 21h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) 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 469 nautical miles (869 km) distance in 21h 30m. There are 1 sailings per week.
Distance 469 nautical miles (869 km) |
Average sailing duration 21h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 21h 30m |
First ferry 12:30 AM |
Last ferry 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Museum inside the papal palace presenting pontifical apartments and Vatican-linked history. A major cultural stop near Ciampino with refined interiors.
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Terraced viewpoint and public gardens in Frascati with sweeping views over Rome. A favorite stop for photography and evening walks.
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Roman pasta with guanciale, egg yolk and Pecorino Romano. A signature Lazio dish prized for its rich, silky sauce.
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Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 at cafes, 5-10% at restaurants for good service, and round up taxi fares.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Ciampino 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 Ciampino, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Ciampino ferries use the Port of Barcelona to Port of Civitavecchia port pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Ciampino ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Barcelona is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurante Miramar (0.3km), Restaurante La Gavina (0.7km), Restaurante 7 Portes (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are multiple ATMs available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Barcelona.
Available at Port of Barcelona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Port of Barcelona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Barcelona.