- Must visit
Galata Museo del Mare
Major maritime museum with immersive galleries on ships, trade, migration, and navigation. Essential for understanding Genoa’s seafaring legacy.
Cheapest price
$107
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
17 h 20 m
Average duration
22 h 5 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
646 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Barcelona to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Genoa will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $107.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Barcelona for Genoa on Wed, Aug 26, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct ferries cover the 646 km distance in an average of 22 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 17 h 20 m .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest ferries will take 1 d 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.








Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.6 - 1.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a train costs an average of $170.
Distance: 348 nautical miles (646 km)
| Ferry | Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
$104 Average price | $77 Average price Cheapest | $118 Average price | $180 Average price | $179 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
25h 55m Average total duration 24h 55m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 14h 16m Average total duration 13h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 24h 40m Average total duration 24h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.9 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Genoa:
A bus is $27 (€21) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Barcelona to Genoa costing on average $104 (€84).
A bus is $41 (€33) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Genoa costing on average $118 (€95).
A bus is $103 (€83) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Genoa costing on average $180 (€145).
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 46m.
Train takes on average 24h 10m.
Ferry takes on average 24h 55m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 19h00 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 17h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 24h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 21h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 22h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 18h50 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 24h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 22h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Genoa ferries for tomorrow, Monday, August 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:00 AM Barcelona | 24h15 | 7:15 AM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Barcelona | 24h15 | 8:15 AM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Barcelona | 22h30 | 7:00 AM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Barcelona | 17h20 | 5:50 AM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ferries from Barcelona to Genoa run on average 1 times per day, taking around 24h 55m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $88 (€71) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 348 nautical miles (646 km) distance in 20h 0m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Barcelona to Genoa are available to foot passengers.


Distance 348 nautical miles (646 km) |
Average sailing duration 24h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€71) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 20h 0m |
First ferry 12:45 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 84 days |
Discover the best of Genoa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Genoa trip today.
Major maritime museum with immersive galleries on ships, trade, migration, and navigation. Essential for understanding Genoa’s seafaring legacy.
Celebrated art museum in a UNESCO palace, showing European paintings from medieval to baroque periods in elegant historic interiors.
Historic palace museum with frescoed rooms, portraits, and decorative arts. A cornerstone of Genoa’s civic collections on Via Garibaldi.
UNESCO avenue lined with splendid Renaissance and Baroque palaces. Genoa’s grandest street and the city’s essential architectural walk.
Historic old port redeveloped with promenades, museums, and harbor views. A lively base for walking, sightseeing, and modern Genoa culture.
Large central square framed by civic buildings and the famous fountain. A classic meeting point and key stop between the center and old town.
Liguria's iconic flatbread made with chickpea flour, water, olive oil, and salt. Crisp outside and soft inside, it is a classic Genoese street food.
Fresh basil sauce from Genoa made with basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano, pecorino, and olive oil. It is the city's most famous pasta condiment.
Hand-shaped twisted pasta traditionally served with pesto, green beans, and potatoes. This combination is a hallmark of home-style Genoese cooking.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the old harbor area, known for refined Ligurian seafood tasting menus and polished contemporary service.
Historic traditional restaurant in the old town serving classic Genoese dishes, pesto, and seafood in a warm, established setting.
Popular casual spot famed for farinata and other wood-fired Ligurian street foods. Simple atmosphere, central location, and long local following.
Moderate for Italy: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local transit are reasonable for most tourists.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; taxis are usually rounded up; small change is enough in cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Genoa 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 Genoa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Genoa ferries use the Port of Barcelona to Port of Genoa port pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Genoa 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.
Port of Genoa is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Genoa 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: Trattoria dell'Acciughetta (0.3km), Soho Restaurant & Fish Work (0.5km), Eataly Genova (0.7km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Genoa.
Available at Port of Genoa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Port of Genoa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Genoa.
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