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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Genoa to Barcelona

Showing times and prices for Jul 14

Cheapest price

$97

Average price

$113

Fastest journey

19 h 15 m

Average duration

20 h 15 m

Ferries per day

Distance

646 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Genoa to Barcelona will cost around $113 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.

Fast ferries

Of the 3 ferries that leave Genoa for Barcelona on Mon, Jul 14, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jul 14 the direct ferries cover the 646 km distance in an average of 20 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 19 h 15 m .

On Mon, Jul 14 the slowest ferries will take 20 h 45 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.

03:30PM20h45

Genoa

12:15PMBarcelona

$971One-way

0 transfers

02:30PM20h45

Genoa

11:15AMBarcelona

$1041One-way

0 transfers

03:00PM19h15

Genoa

10:15AMBarcelona

$1391One-way

0 transfers

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. 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 €40, and a flight costs an average of €39.

Distance: 348 nautical miles (646 km)

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Ferry	Most popular Bus	Flight	Train
€92 Average price	€79 Average price Cheapest	€165 Average price	€119 Average price
24h 33m Average total duration 23h 33m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time*	14h 3m Average total duration 13h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	31h 39m Average total duration 31h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
- CO2 emissions	0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest	1.9 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions	- CO2 emissions
Most popular ferry company	Most popular bus company	Most popular airline
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Genoa to Barcelona Ferry Timetables

Operator	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Duration	Sailing Days
Operator GNV	Departure Time 12:00PM	Arrival Time 08:45AM	Duration 20h45	Sailing Days Tue

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How far in advance should I book ferry tickets from Genoa to Barcelona?

The best time to book your ferry from Genoa to Barcelona is 91 days before departure. See how prices for ferries change on the Genoa to Barcelona route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Genoa to Barcelona per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your ferry from Genoa to Barcelona.

Ferries

from $87

Trains

from $4

Buses

from $78

Flights

from $233

Offers and deals from Genoa to Barcelona

Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Genoa to Barcelona 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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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 Genoa to Barcelona

Italy

Spain

Ferries from Genoa to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 23h 33m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $87 (€70) but you can travel from only $49 (€39) by flight.

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 $49 (€39)

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Distance

348 nautical miles (646 km)

Average sailing duration

23h 33m

Cheapest ticket price

$87 (€70)

Ferries per day

Direct ferries

Available

Average weekly sailings

Fastest ferry

19h 0m

First ferry

01:00

Last ferry

23:45

Cabins

Available

Vehicles

Available

Foot passengers

Available

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from $49 (€39)

Ferry operators: GNV and Grimaldi from Genoa to Barcelona

GNV and Grimaldi ferries will get you from Genoa to Barcelona from $92 (€74). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best ferry times and tickets for your trip.

GNV (Grandi Navi Veloci) is an Italian ferry company that operates a fleet of high-speed ferries and conventional ships that provide transportation services for passengers and vehicles across the Mediterranean Sea. The company was founded in 1997 and is based in Genoa, Italy. GNV operates ferry services between Italy, Spain, Tunisia, Algeria, and Sardinia, Sicily, and the Aeolian Islands, and also to Morocco. GNV is known for its high-speed ferry services and also for the comfort and amenities on board of the ships, providing a luxury experience to the passengers.

Ferry information from Genoa to Barcelona with GNV:

Average Duration: 16 h 45 min
Cheapest Price: $92

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.

Ferry information from Genoa to Barcelona with Grimaldi:

Average Duration: 26 h 15 min
Cheapest Price: $95

FAQs: Ferry from Genoa to Barcelona

FAQs: Take the ferry to Barcelona easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Genoa to Barcelona.

Cheap ferry tickets from Genoa to Barcelona can start from as little as $77 (€62) when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Genoa to Barcelona is $124 (€100); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Genoa to Barcelona ferry time is 16 h 45 min covering the 400 mile (645 km) long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first ferry from Genoa to Barcelona leaves at 12: 30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last ferry from Genoa to Barcelona leaves at 11: 45 PM.

There is 1 ferry a day from Genoa to Barcelona which require at least one change with GNV or Grimaldi. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer ferries.

Yes, you can book a cabin on sailings from Genoa to Barcelona with GNV

Yes, travelling with a vehicle from Genoa to Barcelona is possible with GNV.

Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Genoa to Barcelona is possible with with GNV. 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.

Take the Genoa to Barcelona ferry with GNV or Grimaldi. However, it's always good to check out all possible ferry operators for the route between Genoa and Barcelona as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Genoa, which is located around 2.3 miles (3.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Barcelona, located 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a ferry from Genoa to Barcelona is October.

You have options as you can travel from Genoa to Barcelona 4 different ways: bus, train, flight or ferry.

popular ferry ports

Popular ports from Genoa to Barcelona

Genoa

Barcelona

The major port for departures in Genoa is Port of Genoa. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Port of Genoa for your trip from Genoa to Barcelona.

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