Liguria, Italy
Ferries from Genoa
Genoa (Liguria, Italy) has 12 ferry routes to 6 destinations, operated by CTN, Grandi Navi Veloci and Tirrenia. You can sail from Genoa to Barcelona, Olbia, Palermo, Porto Torres (ITPTO), Tánger Med and Tunis. Crossing times and timetables for each route are listed below.
- 12
- Routes
- 6
- Destinations
- 3
- Operators
Routes & timetables
What ferry routes connect Genoa?
12 crossings with live schedules — each card opens its full timetable.
12 routes
Genoa to Olbia
- Fastest crossing
- 10h
- Operators
- 2 operators
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Genoa to Porto Torres (ITPTO)
- Fastest crossing
- 11h
- Operators
- 2 operators
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Genoa to Palermo
- Fastest crossing
- 19h 30m
- Operators
- 1 operator
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Barcelona to Genoa
- Operators
- 1 operator
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Genoa to Barcelona
- Operators
- 1 operator
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Genoa to Tánger Med
- Operators
- 1 operator
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Genoa to Tunis
- Operators
- 2 operators
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Olbia to Genoa
- Operators
- 2 operators
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Palermo to Genoa
- Operators
- 1 operator
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Porto Torres (ITPTO) to Genoa
- Operators
- 2 operators
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Tánger Med to Genoa
- Operators
- 1 operator
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Tunis to Genoa
- Operators
- 2 operators
See schedule
Timetable
Ferry departures from Genoa
25 scheduled sailings leaving Genoa, across every route. Times are local.
| Departs | Arrives | To | Duration | Operator | Runs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13:00 | — | Tunis | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Sat |
| 13:30 | — | Tánger Med | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Tue, Thu |
| 13:30 | — | Barcelona | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Tue, Thu |
| 15:00 | — | Tunis | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Sat |
| 16:00 | — | Tunis | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Wed |
| 17:00 | — | Porto Torres (ITPTO) | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Sat |
| 18:00 | — | Tunis | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Wed |
| 18:30 | — | Barcelona | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Sat |
| 18:30 | — | Tánger Med | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Sat |
| 19:00 | — | Olbia | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Daily |
| 19:00 | — | Porto Torres (ITPTO) | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun |
| 19:30 | — | Porto Torres (ITPTO) | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| 21:00 | — | Tánger Med | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Sat |
| 21:00 | — | Palermo | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Mon, Fri |
| 21:00 | — | Barcelona | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Sat |
| 21:15 | — | Palermo | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Sun |
| 21:30 | — | Palermo | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Mon, Tue, Wed |
| 21:45 | — | Palermo | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Tue |
| 21:45 | — | Porto Torres (ITPTO) | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Fri |
| 22:00 | — | Palermo | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Tue |
| 22:30 | — | Palermo | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Wed |
| 22:45 | — | Palermo | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Thu |
| 23:00 | — | Palermo | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Thu, Sat |
| 23:15 | — | Porto Torres (ITPTO) | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Mon |
| 23:30 | — | Palermo | — | Grandi Navi Veloci | Fri |
Times are indicative and may change seasonally. Confirm with the operator before travelling.
Network
Where does Genoa connect?
Ports connected
Operators
Location
Where is Genoa?
- Region
- Liguria
- Coordinates
- 44.407° N, 8.926° E
- Shortest crossing
- 10h
Plan your trip
The day at Genoa
First 13:00
Last 23:59
Busiest 21:00–22:00
9 of 24 hours served
Nothing sails outside 13:00–23:59, so a day trip has to fit inside that window; the last departure is the last one. 58 scheduled departures in total.
About
About Genoa
Genoa is not a port with several operators. It is Grandi Navi Veloci's home port with a few others alongside — every one of the six routes in our timetable is worked by GNV, and the network they run from here reaches Morocco and Tunisia as readily as Sardinia.
Where the ships go
- Palermo — 16 sailings, the busiest.
- Olbia — 13 sailings, with Tirrenia alongside GNV.
- Tanger Med in Morocco — 11 sailings.
- Barcelona — 11 sailings.
- Tunis — 10 sailings.
- Porto Torres — 9 sailings.
124 active sailings in total. Of the 70 outbound sailings listed above, 32 leave Italy altogether — Morocco, Tunisia and Spain between them outrank every Sardinian route on this quay.
⚠ The Morocco and Tunisia sailings run on a different calendar
These are not holiday routes. They peak in the European summer holiday period for reasons of family travel rather than tourism, and in those weeks vehicle space and cabins go months in advance.
If you are planning a Sardinia crossing in late July or August, you are competing for deck space with a completely different traffic that books earlier than you do.
The terminal
Ferries use the Stazione Marittima area on the western side of the old harbour, close to the city centre and to Genova Piazza Principe station. Cruise traffic shares the same stretch of waterfront.
Road access runs along the raised Sopraelevata above the docks — straightforward once found and thoroughly confusing until then. Allow more time than the map suggests.
The numbers behind it
The port authority recorded 2.6 million ferry passengers in 2025, alongside 2.4 million cruise passengers across Genoa and Savona. Container throughput hit an all-time record of 2,999,486 TEU for the authority, with total cargo at 62.9 million tonnes.
Ferries are a minority of that tonnage and a large share of the people. It is a freight port that also happens to move the population of a mid-sized country every year.
Why so many long routes
Genoa sits at the top of the Tyrrhenian, which makes it the natural northern end for anything sailing to Sicily, Sardinia or North Africa, and the closest major Italian port to France and Spain. That geography, not the city, is what fills the timetable.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get a ferry to from Genoa?
From Genoa you can take a ferry to Barcelona, Olbia, Palermo, Porto Torres (ITPTO), Tánger Med and Tunis. Each route page shows the crossing time and timetable.
Which ferry companies operate from Genoa?
Ferries from Genoa are run by CTN, Grandi Navi Veloci and Tirrenia. Open an operator page for its fleet, routes and contact details.
How many ferry routes serve Genoa?
Genoa is served by 12 ferry routes connecting 6 ports. Timetables can change seasonally, so confirm with the operator before travelling.
Where is Genoa ferry port located?
Genoa is in Liguria, Italy (around 44.407, 8.926). See the map on this page for its exact location.
How do I get to Genoa ferry terminal?
Arrive at Genoa well before departure — typically 30–60 minutes ahead for foot passengers and longer if you are travelling with a vehicle. Check local bus, train or taxi connections to the terminal and confirm the exact boarding point with your operator.
What are the most popular ferries from Genoa?
Popular crossings from Genoa include Barcelona, Olbia and Palermo. Browse the full list below for crossing times and live timetables.
Do ferries from Genoa carry cars?
Vehicle capacity varies by route and vessel. Check the individual route page and confirm with the operator before travelling with a car.
When should I book a ferry from Genoa?
For peak season and any sailing with a vehicle, book as early as possible. Off-peak foot-passenger fares are usually more flexible. Always confirm the latest timetable before travelling.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated Aug 9, 2026.
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