Ferries to Sardinia
Managing over three million annual passengers, the northern docks of Olbia and Porto Torres are your primary maritime gateways into the Tyrrhenian Sea. Moby Lines, Grimaldi Lines, and Tirrenia are the largest operators pushing massive roll-on/roll-off ships from the Italian mainland ports of Livorno and Civitavecchia. Load your car onto the deck because driving is the only way to reach the island’s rugged interior. From these northern hubs, you can also easily catch a fast 50-minute international crossing straight to Corsica.
Getting to Sardinia from Italy
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Ferry Map & Routes to Sardinia
Sardinia is connected to the Italian mainland, France, Spain, and Corsica. For 2026, the largest operators are Grimaldi Lines, Moby Lines, GNV, and Corsica Ferries. The island features several arrival ports strategically located across its coastline.
Olbia and Porto Torres are the busiest ports for traffic from Northern Italy. Cagliari is the primary port for routes serving Southern Italy and Sicily.
| Departure Port | Arrival Port (Sardinia) | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Civitavecchia (Rome) | Olbia | 5.5 to 8 hours. The most frequent link between mainland Italy and Sardinia. |
| Livorno | Olbia | 7 to 9 hours. Daily year-round service including overnight options. |
| Barcelona (Spain) | Porto Torres | 12.5 to 13 hours. An international route operated by Grimaldi Lines. |
| Bonifacio (Corsica) | Santa Teresa Gallura | 50 to 60 minutes. A short international hop between the two islands. |
- Vehicle Transport: All major ferries to Sardinia accommodate cars, camper vans, and motorcycles. Check-in usually closes 90 minutes before departure for vehicles.
- Nearby Islands: Small local ferries connect Sardinia to the Maddalena Islands (20 minutes from Palau).
- Onboard Services: Long-haul routes from Genoa or Barcelona offer cabins, restaurants, and pet-friendly facilities.
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