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The classic overnight connection between Rome’s main port and northern Sardinia. Compare timetables, cabin options and prices and book your civitavecchia to porto torres ferry ticket in under two minutes.
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From Rome to northern Sardinia while you sleep
The Civitavecchia to Porto Torres ferry is a night sailing. You board in the evening at Rome’s main port and wake up the following morning right on the edge of northern Sardinia rested, with your car, and ready to explore.
Civitavecchia: departure port
Calata Laurenti ferry terminal. Rome’s principal ferry and cruise port, on the Tyrrhenian coast of Lazio, roughly 80 km north-west of the capital. Built under Emperor Trajan in the 2nd century AD, it is today one of the busiest passenger ports in Italy and the second-largest cruise terminal in Europe.
Getting there: Direct Trenitalia FL5 train from Roma Termini (50 min). The Varco Fortezza passenger entrance is 600 m from the station. Paid car parks and supervised storage available close to the terminal.
Check-in closes: 1 hour before departure (foot passengers), 2 hours before (with vehicle).
Porto Torres: arrival port
Porto Torres international ferry terminal. Located at the centre of the Gulf of Asinara, Porto Torres is the main gateway to north-western Sardinia and an intermediate stop on the historic Rome to Barcelona ferry crossing. A city with over 2,000 years of Roman and medieval history, it sits 20 km from Sassari and 25 km from Alghero.
On arrival: The beaches of Platamona, Balai and Stintino’s La Pelosa are within 30 minutes. Asinara National Park is accessible by boat from the harbour itself.
Typical arrival: 05:00 to 09:00 (depending on departure time and season)
Civitavecchia Porto Torres ferry timetables
All sailings are operated by Grimaldi Lines, exclusively overnight. Frequency increases significantly from June to September. Always verify exact departure times in our search tool, as schedules are subject to seasonal variation.
Timetable table:
| Season | Departs Civitavecchia | Arrives Porto Torres | Duration | Frequency | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Low season (Oct–May) | 23:59 or 00:30 | 09:00 | 8h30–9h | 1–2× / week | Grimaldi Lines |
| Spring (Mar–May) | 21:30 – 23:59 | 05:30–08:30 | 7h45–9h | 2–3× / week | Grimaldi Lines |
| High season (Jun–Sep) | 20:30 – 23:59 | 05:00–07:30 | 7h45–9h01 | Up to 5× / week | Grimaldi Lines |
SmartFerry tip: For July and August departures, arrive at the Civitavecchia terminal at least 2 hours before scheduled departure if travelling with a vehicle. Grimaldi Lines operates a Fast Check-In service on all Sardinia sailings, simply show your e-ticket at the boarding gate and skip the queue entirely. No separate check-in counter required.
How much does the ferry from Civitavecchia to Porto Torres cost?
Civitavecchia Porto Torres ferry prices range from €49 to €379 depending on the season, type of accommodation, and whether you are traveling with a vehicle. The average ticket price is around €147.
Pedestrian passenger starting at €49, with an average of around €73 per person.
Ticket for passengers only, without a vehicle. Includes one piece of hand luggage (56 × 45 × 25 cm) and a small personal bag. You can choose a seat on the deck or pay extra for a cabin. An excellent option if you plan to rent a car upon arrival in Sardinia.
Passenger + vehicle (most popular) average €208, price range €75 to €379.
The most popular combination for exploring Sardinia independently. Standard cars up to 4 m are accepted. Book a cabin in addition to your vehicle ticket for a comfortable night’s sleep during the crossing. Prices peak in July-August, so book early.
Motorhomes and Caravans on request: Super Camper promotion available.
Grimaldi Lines accepts motorhomes and caravans on this route. The Super Camper promotion offers a 15% discount on the vehicle price for eligible departures. Garage availability is limited so book as early as possible for your summer travels.
What influences the price?
The price of the Civitavecchia Porto Torres ferry depends on four key variables:
- the date: summer costs about 2-3 times more than fall
- the booking date: the advanced booking promotion offers a 20% discount on summer departures
- accommodation: adding an inside cabin with 2 berths costs more than a deck seat
- your vehicle: a motorcycle costs significantly less than a motorhome
Save on your Civitavecchia Porto Torres ferry ticket
Grimaldi Lines offers several promotions applicable on this ferry route. Here is exactly what is available and how to use each offer. All these offers are already included in the smartferry online prices.
Early booking discount up to 20%
Book between January 9 and April 30 for departures between June 1 and September 30. Applies to base fare, cabin supplement, pets, and vehicles. The discount is applied automatically. Non-refundable but changeable.
Senior discount (60+) up to 20% off
Passengers aged 60 and over receive a 20% discount on routes to/from Sardinia. Can be combined with other offers. Tickets are non-refundable, but changes are permitted according to the fare conditions.
Children, often free or up to 50% off
Children under 2 travel free (without a seat). Children aged 2 to 11 receive a 50% discount on the passenger fare. These discounts apply to the base fare and cannot be combined with other promotions. Please check when booking.
Super Camper discount up to 15%
Owners of motorhomes and campervans benefit from a 15% discount on the vehicle fare. Limited availability: once the garage occupancy rate reaches 80% on a given crossing, the promotion is automatically removed. Book early for summer departures.
Sardinian residents
Residents and people born in Sardinia are entitled to a regional discount on ferry fares to and from the island. Proof of residence is required upon boarding. The discount applies to passengers, vehicles, and cabin supplements.
Seasonal Deals, up to −20%
Grimaldi Lines regularly runs seasonal promotions. The Valentine’s Day 2026 deal offered 20% off departures from February 2 to May 31, 2026, on selected routes including the Civitavecchia Porto Torres ferry. Check SmartFerry’s offers page for new deals as they launch.
All these offers are indicative as they may be changed at any time. For up-to-date offers, visit our “special offers” page or use our booking system. All current offers are already included in the price displayed.
On board: Cruise Roma & Cruise Barcelona
Grimaldi Lines assigns its two flagship vessels to the Civitavecchia Porto Torres ferry. Both ships were recently expanded and refurbished, offering cruise-standard amenities for what is technically a ferry crossing.
Cabins & Accommodation
Interior and exterior cabins, suites and accessible PMR cabins. All cabin types include fresh linen and private bathrooms. Late Check-Out is available on selected Porto Torres Civitavecchia Thursday sailings, letting you stay in your cabin until 08:00.
Deck Seats & Recliners
Comfortable reclining armchairs on dedicated passenger decks. The most affordable way to cross, ideal for travellers who prefer to stay light and save on accommodation. Shared public areas available throughout the night.
Restaurants & Bars
À la carte restaurant, self-service buffet and multiple bars on board. Enjoy dinner with views of the Tyrrhenian Sea before settling in for the night. Breakfast service available for early morning arrivals.
Pool & Wellness
Outdoor swimming pool, fitness room and spa/wellness centre open during summer season. The pool deck is one of the most distinctive features of these vessels compared to standard ferry competitors on Mediterranean routes.
Pets Welcome
Dogs and cats are accepted on board. Book the Pet in Cabin service to keep your pet with you overnight. Other animals must travel in their owner’s carrier. EU pet passport required for all species.
Vehicle Garage
Full vehicle deck for cars, motorbikes, vans and motorhomes. Vehicles are secured on deck and not accessible during the crossing, take everything you need before boarding the passenger areas.
Entertainment
Nightclub, duty-free boutiques and live entertainment on board during summer season. Ideal for groups or families who want to make the crossing itself part of the holiday experience.
Accessibility
Dedicated PMR cabins available on both vessels. Assistance can be requested at time of booking. Grimaldi Lines provides a support contact for passengers with reduced mobility travelling through Civitavecchia or Porto Torres.
How to book the cheapest Civitavecchia Porto Torres ferry ticket
The most effective strategy for paying less is to book early. Grimaldi Lines uses dynamic pricing: fares are lowest when capacity is high and departure dates are far away, and they increase steadily as the departure date approaches and the garage fills up. For summer departures, the “Early Booking” promotion offers a 20% discount if you book between January 9 and April 30, making this the most advantageous period of the year.
For flexible travelers, October and November are always the cheapest months to cross. Fares are low, ships are much less crowded, the Sardinian hinterland is still warm, and accommodation prices on the island drop significantly. You’ll also have easier access to La Pelosa beach, which becomes almost impossible to enjoy in July.
Best time to book during the peak summer season
If you need to travel in July or August, try to book three to four months in advance. Parking spaces for vehicles are the first to be booked. Tickets for foot passengers remain available longer, but cabin availability also decreases as summer approaches. SmartFerry displays real-time availability for each crossing, allowing you to see exactly how many spaces are still available before you commit.
How to get to the port of Civitavecchia from Rome?
The most convenient option is the direct Trenitalia FL5 regional train, which connects Roma Termini station to Civitavecchia station in about 50 minutes. Trains run regularly, and the Varco Fortezza passenger entrance to the port.
Everything you need to know about the Civitavecchia to Porto Torres ferry
The Civitavecchia to Porto Torres ferry is the most direct maritime connection between mainland Italy and the north of Sardinia. Run exclusively by Grimaldi Lines, this overnight route links the port of Civitavecchia, the main ferry terminal serving Rome, located on the Tyrrhenian coast of Lazio to Porto Torres, the principal port of entry for north-western Sardinia.
The crossing covers 217 nautical miles (approximately 401 km) and takes around 9 hours, with the fastest recorded sailing clocking in at about 7 hours 45 minutes. The service runs year-round, with a frequency of one to two crossings per week in winter rising to up to five sailings a week during June, July, August and September.
Why take the Civitavecchia Porto Torres ferry rather than fly?
The obvious answer is your car. Sardinia is best explored by car, and flying means either renting a vehicle upon arrival, which adds costs and logistical constraints, or limiting yourself to destinations served by buses. By taking the Civitavecchia Porto Torres ferry, you can disembark in the morning, take the SP57 and reach La Pelosa beach in Stintino in less than 30 minutes. No queues, no rental counters, no baggage restrictions.
Beyond the vehicle, there is also the simple pleasure of the crossing itself. The Cruise Roma and Cruise Barcelona are not typical low-cost ferries: they are full-size cruise ships, equipped with restaurants, a swimming pool, a wellness center, and a nightclub. Boarding at 9:30 p.m., dining at sea, sleeping in a cabin, and waking up in Sardinia is, for many travelers, a better start to their vacation than a low-cost flight at 6 a.m.
Who operates the Civitavecchia Porto Torres ferry?
This route is operated exclusively by Grimaldi Lines, an Italian ferry company founded in 1974 and now one of the leading passenger ferry operators in the Mediterranean. The company was the first Italian ferry operator to obtain ISO 9001 quality certification and holds ISO 14001 certification for its reduced environmental impact. The two ships assigned to this route, the Cruise Roma and the Cruise Barcelona, are the flagships of the Grimaldi fleet, which has recently been expanded and renovated.
What documents do you need to present?
- Valid national ID card or passport (for travel within the EU, no visa is required)
- E-ticket or booking confirmation: both paper and mobile formats are accepted
- Vehicle registration certificate and proof of insurance (if traveling by car, van, or motorhome)
- European pet passport with up-to-date vaccinations (if traveling with a dog, cat, or other animal)
Important: Grimaldi Lines has confirmed that some departures between October 1, 2026, and December 31, 2026, on this route will be operated by a partner company. If your travel dates fall within this period, SmartFerry will automatically redirect you to the correct booking process. Always check the carrier listed on your ticket before traveling.
Other ferry routes to Sardinia, compare and decide
Porto Torres is not the only entry point. Depending on where you are travelling from and which part of Sardinia you want to reach first, one of these routes may suit you better.
Travelling from Rome? You have more than one option
Civitavecchia - Olbia
The Civitavecchia to Porto Torres ferry is the obvious choice if you are heading to the north-west of the island. Rome’s port serves the whole of Sardinia. If your final destination is closer to the Costa Smeralda, Gallura or the beaches of the Maddalena archipelago, the ferry from Civitavecchia to Olbia saves you roughly 2 hours at sea and drops you on the north-eastern side of the island instead.
Civitavecchia - Cagliari
Grimaldi Lines covers the crossing in around 6h30, with tickets from €24. And if you are planning to base yourself in the south, around Villasimius, Chia or the wilder stretches of the Costa del Sud, then the ferry from Civitavecchia to Cagliari is worth the longer overnight: approximately 14 hours, but you wake up right in the Sardinian capital, from €28.
Travelling from northern Italy or France? Skip Rome entirely
Genoa - Porto Torres
If you are coming from Milan, Turin, Lyon or anywhere along the French Riviera, driving to Civitavecchia adds a significant detour that simply is not necessary. The ferry from Genoa to Porto Torres operated by GNV and Tirrenia is the best departure point for travellers from northern Italy and southern France. The crossing takes around 13h45, it runs overnight just like the Civitavecchia route, and fares start from €30. Same destination, far fewer kilometres on the road before you even board.
Travelling from Tuscany or central Italy?
Livorno - Olbia
From Florence, Pisa or anywhere in central Italy, Livorno is closer than both Rome and Genoa and it has one of the most frequent ferry connections to Sardinia on the whole peninsula. The ferry from Livorno to Olbia is operated by both Grimaldi Lines and Moby Lines, takes around 8 hours, and is one of the shortest crossings available from mainland Italy, with tickets from €20.
Naples - Cagliari
If you are travelling from further south from Napoli, the Amalfi Coast or Calabria, the ferry from Naples to Cagliari with Grimaldi Lines is the most logical route. It is a longer crossing at around 16 hours, but it connects the southern tip of Italy directly to the Sardinian capital without any unnecessary detour northward, from €32.
Continuing west? Sardinia to Spain by ferry
Porto Torres - Barcelona
Not everyone arriving in Porto Torres is ending their journey here. If Sardinia is a stage rather than a final destination or if you are planning a longer loop through the western Mediterranean, the ferry from Porto Torres to Barcelona with Grimaldi Lines connects the island to Spain in approximately 12 hours, from €45. It is the same vessel, the same company, the same level of comfort: you board in Porto Torres in the evening and step off in Barcelona the following morning.
Still haven't found the right crossing?
If none of the alternatives above work for your schedule, our Sardinia ferry guide gives you the full picture, every route, every port, every operator sailing to the island. Whether you end up booking from Civitavecchia, Genoa, or the French coast, it’s the easiest place to compare all your options in one go.
Porto Torres and northern Sardinia: what to expect when you arrive
Porto Torres is located in the heart of the Gulf of Asinara, one of the most spectacular and least commercialized stretches of Mediterranean coastline. The city has 22,000 inhabitants and its history dates back to Neolithic times. It was an important Roman colony, called Turris Libisonis, whose size was surpassed only by Cagliari in the 3rd century AD.
From the ferry terminal, the entire northwest of the island is easily accessible.
- Departure port
- Port address : Terminal Autostrade del Mare Molo 21, I-00053 Civitavecchia, Italy
- Travel Time
- 9 hours on average
- Arrival port
- Grimaldi Lines terminal: Via Amerigo Vespucci, Accosto 1 Molo Industriale, 07046 Porto Torres SS, Sardinia, Italy
- Civitavecchia → Porto Torres
FAQ: Civitavecchia Porto Torres ferry, questions & answers
How much does the Civitavecchia to Porto Torres ferry cost?
The Civitavecchia Porto Torres ferry price ranges between €49 and €379. The average ticket costs around €147.
- For a foot passenger alone, the average is approximately €73.
- For a passenger with a standard vehicle, the average is around €208.
Prices peak in July – August and drop significantly between October and March.
How long does the Civitavecchia Porto Torres ferry take?
The Civitavecchia Porto Torres crossing typically takes around 9 hours with Grimaldi Lines. Exact duration varies by season and specific departure time.
How many times a week does the Civitavecchia Porto Torres ferry run?
In high season (June – September), Grimaldi Lines provides up to 5 sailings per week. In spring (March – May), frequency is 2 or 3 per week. In low season (October – May), the service typically drops to 1 or 2 crossings per week. Exact sailing days vary by month always verify specific dates using the SmartFerry search tool.
Can I take my car, van or motorhome on the ferry?
Yes. Both Cruise Roma and Cruise Barcelona have full vehicle decks accepting cars, motorbikes, vans and motorhomes. You must provide the vehicle’s exact dimensions, model and licence plate at the time of booking. Your vehicle is secured on deck and not accessible during the crossing.
Is the Civitavecchia Porto Torres ferry overnight?
Yes, all sailings on this route are overnight. From Civitavecchia, departures are typically between 20:30 and 23:59 in summer and around midnight in winter. Arrivals in Porto Torres are between 05:00 and 09:00 the following morning. This makes the Civitavecchia to Porto Torres ferry one of the most time-efficient ways to reach Sardinia. You travel by night and have the full following day on the island.
Can I travel with my pet on the ferry from Civitavecchia to Porto Torres?
Yes. Grimaldi Lines welcomes pets on all Civitavecchia Porto Torres ferry crossings. Dogs and cats can either travel in a carrier in a designated pet area, or stay with you in your cabin if you book the Pet in Cabin service. Other animals must travel in their owner’s carrier. A valid EU Pet Passport with up-to-date vaccinations is mandatory. Pets are allowed on outer decks on a leash with a muzzle, but not in public indoor areas, restaurants or lounges.
How do I get from Rome to Civitavecchia port?
Take the Trenitalia FL5 regional train from Roma Termini to Civitavecchia station (approximately 50 minutes). From Civitavecchia station, the Varco Fortezza passenger entrance to the port is around 600 metres on foot. If driving, the A12 motorway connects Rome to Civitavecchia in about 70 minutes. Paid supervised car parks are available adjacent to the ferry terminal.
Ready to book your ferry from Civitavecchia to Porto Torres?
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