Barcelona to Vatican ferry with Grimaldi

Fri, Jun 05
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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Barcelona to Vatican

Showing times and prices for Jun 05

Cheapest price

$61

Average price

$68

Fastest journey

22 h

Average duration

23 h

Ferries per day

4

Distance

857 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Barcelona to Vatican is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Barcelona to Vatican will cost around $68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.

Fast ferries

Of the 4 ferries that leave Barcelona for Vatican on Fri, Jun 05, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Jun 05 the direct ferries cover the 857 km distance in an average of 23 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 22 h .

On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest ferries will take 1 d 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.

  • Grimaldi
    9:00 PM22h00
    Barcelona
    7:00 PMVatican
    $611One-way
    0 transfers
  • Grimaldi
    9:30 PM23h00
    Barcelona
    8:30 PMVatican
    $671One-way
    0 transfers
  • Grimaldi
    10:00 PM23h00
    Barcelona
    9:00 PMVatican
    $711One-way
    0 transfers
  • Grimaldi
    9:59 PM24h00
    Barcelona
    9:59 PMVatican
    $731One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Barcelona to Vatican

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Vatican among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $51, and a train costs an average of $279.

Distance: 462 nautical miles (857 km)

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Ferry
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Flight
Train
Bus
Driving

$62

Average price

Cheapest

$65

Average price

$279

Average price

$102

Average price

$274

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

23h 15m

Average total duration

22h 15m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

4h 50m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 50m

Onboard

+

3h 0m

Additional time*

46h 41m

Average total duration

46h 11m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

25h 14m

Average total duration

24h 44m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

13h 52m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Barcelona to Vatican is a ferry with an average price of $62 (€50).

This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Vatican:

A ferry is $3 (€2) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Vatican costing on average $65 (€53).

A ferry is $40 (€32) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Barcelona to Vatican costing on average $102 (€83).

A ferry is $216 (€175) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Vatican costing on average $279 (€225).

The fastest way to travel from Barcelona to Vatican is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 50m.

Other travel options to Vatican take longer:

Ferry takes on average 22h 15m.

Bus takes on average 24h 44m.

Train takes on average 46h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between Barcelona and Vatican including taking a train, bus, flight, and ferry.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Barcelona to Vatican among Omio's users.

Barcelona to Vatican Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Grimaldi
Departure Time
09:59PM
Arrival Time
09:59PM
Duration
24h00
Sailing Days
Wed, Fri, Sat
Operator
Grimaldi
Departure Time
10:00PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
23h00
Sailing Days
Fri, Sat
Operator
Grimaldi
Departure Time
09:00PM
Arrival Time
07:00PM
Duration
22h00
Sailing Days
Fri, Sat
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, Tue
Operator
Grimaldi
Departure Time
12:30AM
Arrival Time
11:30PM
Duration
23h00
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
Grimaldi
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
05:00PM
Duration
21h00
Sailing Days
Tue
Operator
Grimaldi
Departure Time
11:30PM
Arrival Time
11:30PM
Duration
24h00
Sailing Days
Thu, Sun
Operator
Grimaldi
Departure Time
09:30PM
Arrival Time
08:30PM
Duration
23h00
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat
Operator
Grimaldi
Departure Time
07:30PM
Arrival Time
05:00PM
Duration
21h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Grimaldi
Departure Time
12:59AM
Arrival Time
10:30PM
Duration
21h31
Sailing Days
Sun

Live departures

Barcelona to Vatican ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Vatican ferries for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
GrimaldiGL1911:30 PM Port of Barcelona
22h30
10:00 PM Port of Civitavecchia0 transfersDirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Why should you book Barcelona to Vatican ferries with Omio?

Grimaldi operates all ferries services from Barcelona to Vatican.
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Why book with Omio over Directferries or Ferryhopper?

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Offers and deals from Barcelona to Vatican

Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Barcelona to Vatican 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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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
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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.
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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Barcelona to Vatican

SpainSpain
Vatican City StateVatican City State
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Ferries from Barcelona to Vatican run on average 1 times per day, taking around 22h 15m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) 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 462 nautical miles (857 km) distance in 20h 0m. There are 2 sailings per week.

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 $32 (€26)
Official Omio partners on this route
Grimaldi
Distance
462 nautical miles (857 km)
Average sailing duration
22h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
$51 (€41)
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
2
Fastest ferry
20h 0m
First ferry
12:30 AM
Last ferry
11:45 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
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 $32 (€26)

Ferry operators: Grimaldi from Barcelona to VaticanYou can travel by ferry between Barcelona to Vatican with Grimaldi for as low as $32 (€26). 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 Duration
20h 0m
Cheapest Price
$51 (€41)
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
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FAQs: Ferry from Barcelona to Vatican

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Vatican 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 Vatican, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Barcelona to Vatican can start from as little as $51 (€41) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Barcelona to Vatican is $62 (€50) ; 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 Vatican is 20h 0m to travel the 532 miles (857 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 Vatican leaves at 12:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Barcelona to Vatican leaves at 11:45 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct ferries a day from Barcelona to Vatican with Grimaldi. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Barcelona to Vatican.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Barcelona to Vatican.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Barcelona to Vatican is possible with with . 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 book your travel to the departure port check our trains, buses and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Barcelona to Vatican, you can count on Grimaldi for the best way to get you to Vatican. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Barcelona and Vatican and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A trip to Vatican from Barcelona is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 20h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Barcelona to Vatican is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 4 ways to travel between Barcelona and Vatican including taking a train, bus, flight, and ferry.
Since both Barcelona and Vatican 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 Vatican among Omio's users.
Vatican City uses the euro (€) as its official currency. Travelers find it convenient to use both cash and cards, but cash is often preferred for small purchases and in places where card acceptance may be limited.
In the Vatican, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like St. Peter’s Square and the Vatican Museums. Scams involving unofficial ticket sellers offering overpriced or fake entry passes are common, so purchasing tickets from official sources is recommended. Additionally, travelers should be aware of aggressive vendors selling souvenirs outside key sites. Security checks are strict, so following all regulations and respecting dress codes is important to avoid issues.
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 Vatican

Barcelona
Vatican
Port of BarcelonaWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental
Amenities at port
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
information
address
Address
Estación Maritima, 08039 Barcelona, Spain
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
C-31, Exit 21
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurante Miramar (0.3km)
  • Restaurante La Gavina (0.7km)
  • Restaurante 7 Portes (0.9km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Taxi Ecològic and Radio Taxi Barcelona.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transit options for Port of Barcelona
  • Metro L3, Drassanes stop
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