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Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Tarquinia
UNESCO-highlight museum inside Palazzo Vitelleschi, displaying major Etruscan finds from Tarquinia's famous painted tombs and necropolises.
Cheapest price
CHF38
Average price
CHF42
Fastest journey
20 h 30 m
Average duration
21 h 45 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
801 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Barcelona to Tarquinia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Tarquinia will cost around CHF42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF38.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Barcelona for Tarquinia on Fri, Jul 31, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 31 the direct ferries cover the 801 km distance in an average of 21 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 20 h 30 m .
On Fri, Jul 31 the slowest ferries will take 23 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.




Ferries from Barcelona to Tarquinia run on average 1 times per day, taking around 22h 33m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at CHF38 but you can travel from only CHF17 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 432 nautical miles (801 km) distance in 20h 0m. There are 3 sailings per week.
Distance 432 nautical miles (801 km) |
Average sailing duration 22h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF38 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 20h 0m |
First ferry 12:30 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 09:59PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 25h01 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 23h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 25h01 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 21h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 20h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 23h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 20h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 23h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 22h00 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 20h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Tarquinia ferries for tomorrow, Friday, July 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:00 AM Barcelona | 20h30 | 8:30 PM Tarquinia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Barcelona | 23h00 | 9:00 PM Tarquinia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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UNESCO-highlight museum inside Palazzo Vitelleschi, displaying major Etruscan finds from Tarquinia's famous painted tombs and necropolises.
Interpretive museum area near the UNESCO necropolis, helping visitors understand Etruscan burial art, symbols, and excavation history.
Small local museum dedicated to ceramic art and traditional production, useful for understanding Tarquinia's craft heritage.
The medieval old town itself is a highlight, with lanes, towers, churches, and panoramic edges best explored slowly on foot.
UNESCO archaeological area with famous painted tombs set in open countryside, essential for understanding Etruscan Tarquinia.
Main medieval square lined with historic buildings, ideal for orienting yourself and soaking up Tarquinia's civic heart.
Tuscia style acquacotta is a rustic vegetable soup enriched with bread and olive oil, rooted in Maremma and northern Lazio farming traditions.
Fresh local wild boar ragù, slowly cooked with tomato and herbs, is a classic inland Tarquinia pasta sauce tied to the area's hunting cuisine.
A hearty seafood stew from the Tyrrhenian coast, made with mixed fish and shellfish. It reflects Tarquinia's link to nearby Porto Clementino.
Well-known restaurant focused on local fish and coastal cooking, popular for classic seafood plates and informal hospitality.
Refined seafood restaurant near the historic center, known for polished fish dishes and a calm, elegant setting.
Established trattoria serving traditional Tuscia and Lazio dishes, with a relaxed atmosphere and reliable local specialties.
Moderate for Italy. Dining is reasonable, small hotels and B&Bs are mid-priced, and local transit is limited, so car or taxi costs can add up.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service; round up taxi fares; small change is enough at cafés.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Tarquinia 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 Tarquinia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Barcelona to Tarquinia ferries use the Port of Barcelona to Port of Civitavecchia port pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Tarquinia 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.
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