The cheapest and fastest ferries from Barcelona to Portofino
Cheapest price
$98
Average price
$107
Fastest journey
22 h 45 m
Average duration
23 h 30 m
Ferries per day
5
Distance
660 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Barcelona to Portofino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Portofino will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
Of the 5 ferries that leave Barcelona for Portofino on Fri, Jan 16, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 16 the direct ferries cover the 660 km distance in an average of 23 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 22 h 45 m .
On Fri, Jan 16 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and ferry for Barcelona to Portofino
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Portofino among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €25, and a ferry costs an average of €74.
Distance: 356 nautical miles (660 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€87 Average price | €58 Average price Cheapest | €62 Average price |
24h 16m Average total duration 23h 16m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 39m Average total duration 13h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Barcelona to Portofino ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Portofino ferries for tomorrow, Friday, January 16. 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 Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Barcelona | 23h30 | 7:00 AM Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:45 AM Barcelona | 23h15 | 7:00 AM Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Barcelona | 23h45 | 8:45 AM Portofino | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Barcelona | 22h45 | 8:45 AM Portofino | 0 transfersDirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Barcelona to Portofino by bus, flight, or ferry
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Offers and deals from Barcelona to Portofino
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Barcelona to Portofino
Ferries from Barcelona to Portofino run on average 1 times per day, taking around 23h 16m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $91 (€74) but you can travel from only $31 (€25) by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:00, the last at 19:30. The fastest ferry covers the 356 nautical miles (660 km) distance in 22h 0m. There are 1 sailings per week. Ferries from Barcelona to Portofino are available to foot passengers.


Distance 356 nautical miles (660 km) |
Average sailing duration 23h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $91 (€74) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 22h 0m |
First ferry 09:00 |
Last ferry 19:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Barcelona to Portofino start from as low as $91 (€74) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $108 (€87) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 1 daily trains from Barcelona to Portofino with 1 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 22h 0m but the average duration is 23h 16m
Train Operators
- Travel from Barcelona to Portofino with GNV and Grimaldi
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is GNV.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Port of Barcelona and arrive in Port of Genoa
- First train typically departs at 09:00 AM and the last at 07:30 PM
Ferry operators: GNV, Grimaldi from Barcelona to PortofinoYou can travel by ferry between Barcelona to Portofino with GNV, Grimaldi for as low as $31 (€25). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Barcelona to Portofino
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Portofino 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 Portofino, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Barcelona to Portofino
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Restaurante Miramar (0.3km)
- Restaurante La Gavina (0.7km)
- Restaurante 7 Portes (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxi Ecològic and Radio Taxi Barcelona.
- Free
- Metro L3, Drassanes stop
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