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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Barcelona to Genoa
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€86
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€107
Fastest journey on Sep 17
18 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
21 h 17 m
Ferries on Sep 17
3
Distance
646 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Barcelona to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barcelona to Genoa will cost around €107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €86.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 3 ferries from Barcelona to Genoa, including 3 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct ferries cover the 646 km distance in an average of 21 h 17 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 18 h 50 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest ferries will take 22 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.
1:15 AM18h50Barcelona8:05 PMGenoa€861One-way0 transfers- 9:30 AM22h30Barcelona8:00 AMGenoa€1051One-way0 transfers
- 8:30 AM22h30Barcelona7:00 AMGenoa€1291One-way0 transfers
- 1:15 AM18h50Barcelona8:05 PMGenoa€861One-way0 transfers
- 9:30 AM22h30Barcelona8:00 AMGenoa€1051One-way0 transfers
- 8:30 AM22h30Barcelona7:00 AMGenoa€1291One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, flight, and ferry for Barcelona to Genoa
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Barcelona to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €61 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 45m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.6 - 1.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €61, while a train costs an average of €145.
Distance: 348 nautical miles (646 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|---|
€85 Average price | €61 Average price Cheapest | €92 Average price | €145 Average price | €144 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
25h 54m Average total duration 24h 54m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 14h 16m Average total duration 13h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 24h 40m Average total duration 24h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.9 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Barcelona to Genoa:
A bus is €24 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Barcelona to Genoa costing on average €85.
A bus is €30 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Barcelona to Genoa costing on average €92.
A bus is €84 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Barcelona to Genoa costing on average €145.
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 46m.
Train takes on average 24h 10m.
Ferry takes on average 24h 54m.
Barcelona to Genoa Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 19h00 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 17h20 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 24h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 22h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 08:05PM | Duration 18h50 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 23h00 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 24h15 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 22h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Barcelona to Genoa ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Genoa ferries for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:00 AM Barcelona | 24h15 | 8:15 AM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:30 AM Barcelona | 22h30 | 7:00 AM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:30 PM Barcelona | 17h20 | 5:50 AM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
| 1:15 AM Barcelona | 18h50 | 8:05 PM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Gnv?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Gnv, but also compare tickets for the likes of Grimaldi to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Genoa.
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Why book with Omio over Ferryhopper or Directferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Grimaldi to find the best option for your trip from Barcelona to Genoa.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus, flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Barcelona to Genoa.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Barcelona to Genoa
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Ferries from Barcelona to Genoa run on average 1 times per day, taking around 24h 54m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €71 but you can travel from only €29 by flight.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 348 nautical miles (646 km) distance in 20h 45m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Barcelona to Genoa are available to foot passengers.
Distance 348 nautical miles (646 km) |
Average sailing duration 24h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €71 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 20h 45m |
First ferry 12:45 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 4 days |
Ferry operators: Gnv, Grimaldi from Barcelona to GenoaYou can travel by ferry between Barcelona to Genoa with Gnv, Grimaldi for as low as €29. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Barcelona to Genoa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barcelona to Genoa 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 Genoa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Barcelona to Genoa
Most Barcelona to Genoa ferries use the Port of Barcelona to Port of Genoa port pair. Use this guide to compare Barcelona and Genoa ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Barcelona port do ferries to Genoa leave from?
Getting to Port of Barcelona from Barcelona city centre
Port of Barcelona is 2 km from Barcelona city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Barcelona port facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurante Miramar (0.3km), Restaurante La Gavina (0.7km), Restaurante 7 Portes (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are multiple ATMs available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Barcelona.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Barcelona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Port of Barcelona: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Barcelona.
Which Genoa port do ferries from Barcelona arrive at?
Getting to Port of Genoa from Genoa city centre
Port of Genoa is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Genoa port facilities and services
Port of Genoa 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 and drink
Food options include: Trattoria dell'Acciughetta (0.3km), Soho Restaurant & Fish Work (0.5km), Eataly Genova (0.7km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Genoa.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Genoa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Port of Genoa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Genoa.
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