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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Barcelona to Genoa
Cheapest price
€75
Average price
€100
Fastest journey
22 h 45 m
Average duration
23 h 26 m
Ferries per day
4
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 €100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €75.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Barcelona for Genoa on Fri, Dec 19, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 19 the direct ferries cover the 646 km distance in an average of 23 h 26 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 22 h 45 m .
On Fri, Dec 19 the slowest ferries will take 1 d 15 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.
Travel Information
Compare 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 prices starting from €32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 33m. 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 €32, and a flight costs an average of €41.
Distance: 348 nautical miles (646 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€94 Average price | €79 Average price Cheapest | €215 Average price |
26h 36m Average total duration 25h 36m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 13h 56m Average total duration 13h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.9 - 3.9kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Barcelona to Genoa Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GNV | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 22h50 | Sailing Days Sun |
Live departures
Barcelona to Genoa ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Barcelona to Genoa ferries for today, Thursday, December 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM Barcelona | 22h45 | 8:45 AM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 19 | |||||
| 7:00 AM Barcelona | 24h15 | 7:15 AM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:30 AM Barcelona | 23h30 | 7:00 AM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:45 AM Barcelona | 23h15 | 7:00 AM Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Ferry from Barcelona to Genoa
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Ferries from Barcelona to Genoa run on average 1 times per day, taking around 25h 36m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €67 but you can travel from only €32 by bus.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest ferry covers the 348 nautical miles (646 km) distance in 19h 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 25h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price €67 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 19h 45m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 22:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: GNV, Grimaldi from Barcelona to GenoaYou can travel by ferry between Barcelona to Genoa with GNV, Grimaldi for as low as €32. 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.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Barcelona, which is located around 2 miles (3.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Genoa, located 2.3 miles (3.7 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Barcelona to Genoa
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Restaurante Miramar (0.3km)
- Restaurante La Gavina (0.7km)
- Restaurante 7 Portes (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxi Ecològic and Radio Taxi Barcelona.
- Free
- Metro L3, Drassanes stop
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Trattoria dell'Acciughetta (0.3km)
- Soho Restaurant & Fish Work (0.5km)
- Eataly Genova (0.7km)
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Genova and Cooperativa Radio Taxi.
- Free
- Bus lines 1, 9, 32, stop at Piazza Caricamento
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