The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ceuta to Barcelona
Cheapest price on Sep 08
€165
Average ticket price on Sep 08
€165
Fastest journey on Sep 08
1 d 9 h
Average journey duration on Sep 08
1 d 9 h
Ferries on Sep 08
1
Distance
891 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Ceuta to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ceuta to Barcelona will cost around €165 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €165.
On Tue, Sep 08, we found 1 ferries from Ceuta to Barcelona, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 08 the direct ferries cover the 891 km distance in an average of 1 d 9 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 d 9 h .
On Tue, Sep 08 the slowest ferries will take 1 d 9 h 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.
GNV Aurora2:00 AM33h00Port de Tanger Med12:00 PMPort of Barcelona€1651One-way0 transfers
GNV Aurora2:00 AM33h00Port de Tanger Med12:00 PMPort of Barcelona€1651One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and ferry for Ceuta to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Ceuta to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the flight, with an average ticket price of €144 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €144, while a ferry costs an average of €220.
Distance: 481 nautical miles (891 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€220 Average price | €144 Average price Cheapest | €154 Average price | €2 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
34h 43m Average total duration 33h 43m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 13h 55m Average total duration 13h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular ferry company | ![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ceuta to Barcelona:
A flight is €9 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Ceuta to Barcelona costing on average €154.
A flight is €76 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Ceuta to Barcelona costing on average €220.
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 25m.
Ferry takes on average 33h 43m.
Ceuta to Barcelona Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 10:59PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 32h01 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 34h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 31h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 36h01 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat, Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 28h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 33h00 | Sailing Days Tue |
Live departures
Ceuta to Barcelona ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Ceuta to Barcelona ferries for today, Monday, September 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:59 PM Ceuta | 32h01 | 7:00 AM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:59 PM Ceuta | 31h01 | 7:00 AM Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 8 | |||||
GNV Aurora | 2:00 AM Port de Tanger Med | 33h00 | 12:00 PM Port of Barcelona | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Ceuta to Barcelona by bus, flight, or ferry
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- 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Ceuta to Barcelona
Ferries from Ceuta to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 33h 43m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €84 but you can travel from only €17 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 481 nautical miles (891 km) distance in 30h 30m. There are 2 sailings per week. Ferries from Ceuta to Barcelona are available to foot passengers.

Distance 481 nautical miles (891 km) |
Average sailing duration 33h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €84 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 2 |
Fastest ferry 30h 30m |
First ferry 12:30 AM |
Last ferry 11:45 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Ferry operators: Gnv from Ceuta to BarcelonaYou can travel by ferry between Ceuta to Barcelona with Gnv for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Ceuta to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ceuta to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Ceuta to Barcelona
Most Ceuta to Barcelona ferries use the Port de Tanger Med to Port of Barcelona port pair. Use this guide to compare Ceuta and Barcelona ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Barcelona port do ferries from Ceuta arrive at?
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.


