- Must visit
Museu d'Art de Girona
Girona’s main art museum presents Romanesque to modern Catalan works in the former Episcopal Palace beside the cathedral.
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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Rome to Girona
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€53
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€53
Fastest journey on Sep 19
20 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
20 h 30 m
Ferries on Sep 19
1
Distance
799 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Rome to Girona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Girona will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
Fast ferries
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 ferries from Rome to Girona, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct ferries cover the 799 km distance in an average of 20 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 20 h 30 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest ferries will take 20 h 30 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.
12:00 AM20h30Rome8:30 PMGirona€531One-way0 transfers
- 12:00 AM20h30Rome8:30 PMGirona€531One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and ferry for Rome to Girona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rome to Girona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of €56 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 22h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €56, while a bus costs an average of €145.
Distance: 431 nautical miles (799 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Bus |
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€56 Average price Cheapest | €145 Average price |
22h 51m Average total duration 21h 51m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 22h 24m Average total duration Fastest 21h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Girona is a ferry with an average price of €56.
This is compared to other travel options from Rome to Girona:
A ferry is €58 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Girona costing on average €114.
A ferry is €90 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Rome to Girona costing on average €145.
The fastest way to travel from Rome to Girona is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 50m.
Other travel options to Girona take longer:
Ferry takes on average 21h 51m.
Bus takes on average 21h 54m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Rome and Girona including taking a bus and ferry.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Rome to Girona among Omio's users.
Rome to Girona Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 09:59PM | Arrival Time 09:59PM | Duration 24h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 23h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 23h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Fri |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 22h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 20h30 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 23h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 23h00 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 22h00 | Sailing Days Fri, Sun |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 22h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 21h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue |
Live departures
Rome to Girona ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Girona ferries for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 PM Rome | 23h00 | 8:00 PM Girona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:59 PM Rome | 24h00 | 9:59 PM Girona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:00 PM Rome | 23h00 | 9:00 PM Girona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:30 PM Rome | 22h00 | 9:30 PM Girona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
| 12:00 AM Rome | 20h30 | 8:30 PM Girona | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Rome to Girona ferries with Omio?
Grimaldi operates all ferries services from Rome to Girona.
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Why book with Omio vs Grimaldi?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Grimaldi with all available travel options, which are bus and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Rome to Girona.
Why book with Omio over Directferries or Ferryhopper?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Rome to Girona.
Offers and deals from Rome to Girona
Discover the offers available on trains covering the route from Rome to Girona 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:
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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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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
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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.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Rome to Girona
Italy
Spain
Ferries from Rome to Girona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 21h 51m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €49 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 431 nautical miles (799 km) distance in 19h 30m.
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
Official Omio partners on this route
Distance 431 nautical miles (799 km) |
Average sailing duration 21h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €49 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Fastest ferry 19h 30m |
First ferry 12:30 AM |
Last ferry 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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
Ferry operators: Grimaldi from Rome to GironaYou can travel by ferry between Rome to Girona with Grimaldi for as low as €49. 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 Grimaldi Duration
19h 30m
Cheapest Grimaldi Price
€49
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
Complete guide to Girona
Things to do in Girona
Discover the best of Girona — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Girona trip today.
- Must visit
Museu d'Història dels Jueus
Set in the preserved Bonastruc ça Porta center, this museum explains Jewish life, scholarship, and heritage in medieval Girona.
- Must visit
Museu del Cinema
This cinema museum features cameras, optical toys, and film history, making it one of Girona’s most distinctive and family-friendly museums.
- Must visit
Barri Vell
Girona’s old town is a dense medieval quarter of lanes, stairs, and monuments, ideal for wandering between major historic sites.
- Must visit
Cases de l'Onyar
These colorful riverside façades along the Onyar form Girona’s postcard scene and are best enjoyed on foot from several central bridges.
- Must visit
Pujada de Sant Domènec
This elegant stairway and small square create one of Girona’s most photographed scenes, framed by arcades and old stone buildings.
- Vegetarian
Xuixo
Xuixo is Girona's signature pastry: a deep-fried, sugar-coated roll filled with crema catalana. It is a beloved local breakfast and pastry-shop classic.
- Gluten-free
Mar I Muntanya
Mar i Muntanya pairs seafood with meat, often chicken with langoustines. It reflects Girona and Catalonia's inland-meets-coast cooking tradition.
- Gluten-free
Botifarra Dolça
Botifarra Dolça is a sweet pork sausage from the Girona area, cooked with sugar and sometimes lemon or cinnamon. It is a distinctive Empordà specialty.
El Celler De Can Roca
World-renowned fine dining restaurant by the Roca brothers, known for creative Catalan cuisine, polished service, and an elegant modern setting.
Massana
Stylish Michelin-starred restaurant offering seasonal tasting menus rooted in local produce and contemporary Catalan technique.
Restaurant Can Roca
Historic traditional restaurant in the old quarter serving classic Catalan dishes in a warm, old-world dining room popular with locals and visitors.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Spain. Hotels rise in peak season, but dining and local buses stay reasonable for most visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €18-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €1.80-3 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up in taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
FAQs: Ferry from Rome to Girona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Girona 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 Girona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap ferry tickets from Rome to Girona can start from as little as €49 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Rome to Girona is €56 ; 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 Rome to Girona is 19h 30m to travel the 496 miles (799 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 Rome to Girona leaves at 12:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest ferry from Rome to Girona leaves at 11:45 PM.
Yes, there are 1 direct ferries a day from Rome to Girona with Grimaldi. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Rome to Girona.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Rome to Girona.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Rome to Girona is possible 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 to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Rome to Girona, you can count on Grimaldi for the best way to get you to Girona. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Rome and Girona and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A trip to Girona from Rome is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 19h 30m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Rome to Girona is October.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Rome and Girona including taking a bus and ferry.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Girona are:
- Girona Cathedral, a stunning Romanesque and Gothic cathedral known for its wide nave and impressive façade
- The Jewish Quarter, a well-preserved medieval neighborhood with narrow streets and historical significance
- The Arab Baths, a Romanesque-style bathhouse dating back to the 12th century
- The City Walls, ancient fortifications offering panoramic views of Girona and its surroundings
- Eiffel Bridge, a red iron bridge designed by Gustave Eiffel providing picturesque views of the Onyar River.
The best things to do in Girona include:
- Onyar River Houses, colorful buildings lining the river offering picturesque views and photo opportunities
- Visit the Museum of Cinema, showcasing the history of cinema with fascinating exhibits
- Explore the local markets, offering a taste of Girona's culinary delights and artisanal products
- Take a bike tour through the scenic countryside surrounding Girona
- Enjoy a leisurely stroll through Parc de la Devesa, the largest urban park in Girona.
Since both Rome and Girona 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 bus as it is the most popular way to get from Rome to Girona among Omio's users.
Spain uses the euro (€) as its currency. Travelers can use both cash and cards, but cards are widely accepted in cities and tourist areas, while cash may be preferred for small purchases, markets, and rural locations.
In Girona, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like markets, public transport, and popular tourist spots. Scams involving unofficial taxi services or inflated prices can occur, so it’s advisable to use licensed taxis or pre-book transportation. Additionally, be wary of street vendors selling counterfeit goods. Overall, staying alert and keeping belongings secure helps ensure a safe visit.
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.
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