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The Civitavecchia to Olbia ferry is the fastest and busiest sea link between mainland Italy and Sardinia. From the port of Rome, you can reach the Costa Smeralda in just 5.5 to 7 hours, depending on the company you choose. With up to 7 daily departures provided by four major shipping companies, this crossing offers maximum flexibility for your vacation in Sardinia.

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Flexibility and choice: with our online booking service, you can plan your round trip between Civitavecchia and Olbia with complete flexibility. Whether you want to spend a few days in Olbia before returning to Civitavecchia, or prefer a quick getaway, our wide choice of ferry companies means you can find the option that best suits your needs. Enjoy the freedom to choose the times that suit you and benefit from a tailor-made travel experience.

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Civitavecchia Olbia ferry schedules and frequencies

The Civitavecchia to Olbia ferry operates all year round with exceptional frequency, making this the most frequently served route to Sardinia.

Low season (November to March)

Frequency: 3 to 5 daily departures
Schedules: Daytime crossings (8 a.m. to 2 p.m.) and nighttime crossings (10 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.)
Operating companies: GNV, Grimaldi Lines, Tirrenia

Mid season (April, May, June, September, October)

Frequency: 5 to 6 daily departures
Breakdown: 2 daytime crossings + 3-4 nighttime crossings
First departure: 8 a.m.
Last departure: 11:30 p.m.

High season (July-August)

Frequency: 6 to 7 departures daily
Breakdown: 3 daytime crossings + 4 nighttime crossings
Maximum capacity: Over 2,000 passengers/day
Departures every 3-4 hours

Ferry companies coordinate their schedules to offer continuous coverage from 8:00 a.m. to midnight. This frequency of departures makes the Civitavecchia Olbia ferry the most convenient way to reach Sardinia from central Italy.

Duration of the Civitavecchia Olbia ferry crossing

The duration of the Civitavecchia Olbia ferry crossing varies depending on the company and type of ship.

Fast crossings (modern ferries)

Moby Lines: 5.5 to 6 hours (fast ships)
Tirrenia: 5.5 to 6.5 hours
GNV: 6 to 6.5 hours

Standard crossings

Grimaldi Lines: 7 to 7.5 hours
Night crossings: 7.5 to 8 hours

Distance by sea: 160 kilometers (86 nautical miles) across the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Day crossings vs. night crossings

Day crossings (departing between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.) allow you to admire the Italian coastline and then arrive in Olbia with a view of the islands of the La Maddalena archipelago. Arrival in the late afternoon.
Night crossings (departing between 10 p.m. and 11:30 p.m.) save you a night’s hotel stay and maximize your vacation time. Depart in the evening from Civitavecchia, spend the night aboard in a comfortable cabin, and arrive in Olbia between 6 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. the next morning, ready to start your day in Sardinia.

Civitavecchia Olbia Ferry Prices

The Civitavecchia Olbia ferry offers competitive rates thanks to strong competition between the four companies operating this route.

Passenger fares

Adults: €22 to €55 depending on the season
Children aged 4-12: €11 to €28 (50% discount)
Infants 0-4 years: Free (no seat allocated)
Seniors 60+: 10% discount on presentation of proof of age

Vehicle fares (driver included)

Cars < 5m: €75 to €195
Cars 5-6m: €95 to €230
Motorcycles: €40 to €85
Motorhomes < 7m: €120 to €280
Motorhomes 7-9m: €160 to €350
Campervans: €110 to €260

Cabin supplement (recommended for night crossings)

Inside cabin for 2 people: €35 to €70
Outside cabin for 2 people: €50 to €90
Cabin for 4 people: €70 to €130
Suite with balcony: €120 to €220

Example family rates (2 adults + 2 children + car)

Low season with cabin: €145 to €210
High season with cabin: €280 to €380

Discounts and special offers

Round-trip booking: Cheaper than a one-way ticket
Early booking (3 months): Save money because the closer you get to the departure date, the more expensive the ticket becomes
Sardinian residents: Preferential rates all year round
Groups (10+ passengers): Quote on request with a discount on the price

The lowest prices are generally found with Tirrenia and Moby Lines. GNV and Grimaldi Lines are slightly more expensive but offer newer ships and premium services.

Civitavecchia Olbia ferry companies

Four major shipping companies share this strategic route, offering travelers a wide choice of services and fares.

Moby Lines

The long-standing leader on the Civitavecchia to Olbia route with its modern ships decorated in Looney Tunes colors.

Ships used

Moby Tommy
Moby Drea
Moby Wonder
Capacity: 2,000 passengers, 600 vehicles

Frequency

All year round: 1 to 2 departures daily
July-August: up to 3 departures daily

Onboard services

Self-service and à la carte restaurants
Bars and cafeterias
Duty-free shops
Outdoor swimming pools (some ships)
Cinema
Children’s area with entertainment
Panoramic lounges
Wi-Fi (free in common areas)

Highlights

Fastest crossings (5.5-6 hours)
“Camping on board” service for motorhomes
Competitive rates
Excellent value for money
Multilingual Italian/French/English staff

Tirrenia

A long-established Italian company offering reliable service at affordable prices.

Ships used

Sharden
Nuraghes
Capacity: 1,800 passengers, 600 vehicles

Frequency

All year round: 1 to 2 departures daily

Onboard services

Self-service restaurants
Bars
Shops
Passenger lounges
Standard and premium cabins

Highlights

Most economical fares
Fast crossings (5.5-6.5 hours)
Reliable service all year round
Advantageous resident fares
Over 70 years of experience

Port of Civitavecchia: Practical guide

Access to the Port of Civitavecchia (Port of Rome)

Port address
Molo Vespucci, 00053 Civitavecchia (RM), Lazio, Italy

From Rome city center (70 km)

By car

A12/E80 motorway towards Civitavecchia (toll €5)
Exit “Civitavecchia Porto”
Follow “Porto Traghetti” or “Ferries”
Duration: 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes depending on traffic

By train

Roma Termini Station to Civitavecchia
Regional trains (Trenitalia): €10-€15, duration 50 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes
Frequency: 2 to 3 trains/hour
From Civitavecchia station to the port: 2 km (shuttle bus, taxi or 20 min walk)

By bus

COTRAL bus from Cornelia (Roma-Civitavecchia line)
Fare: €5, journey time 1 hr 30 min

From Fiumicino Airport (60 km)

Train from Fiumicino Aeroporto to Civitavecchia: 1 hour, €10-€15
Rental car: A12 towards Civitavecchia, 50 minutes
Taxi: €80 to €100

Parking in Civitavecchia

Short-term parking (boarding)

Free for up to 3 hours before departure
Drop-off zone for pedestrians

Long-term parking

If you are leaving your vehicle in Civitavecchia:

Porto parking: €12/day (200 m from the terminal)
Stazione parking: €8/day (near the train station, port shuttle)
Traghetti parking: €10/day (500m from the terminal)
Online booking recommended during high season

Services at the Port of Civitavecchia

Molo Vespucci passenger terminal

Air-conditioned waiting rooms
Public toilets
Vending machines
Cafés and snack bars
Free Wi-Fi
Tourist information office (high season)

Ferry company ticket offices

Moby Lines: Pier 10
GNV: Pier 12
Grimaldi Lines: Pier 14
Tirrenia: Pier 15

Ticket office opening hours

Low season: 2 hours before each departure
High season: 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. continuously

Recommended arrival time at the port of Civitavecchia

Foot passengers: 1 hour before departure
Vehicles: 2 hours before departure in high season, 1.5 hours before departure in low season
Motorhomes: 2 hours before departure

Additional services

Car rental: Hertz, Europcar, Sicily by Car
Pharmacy
Currency exchange
Luggage storage (high season)

Port of Olbia: Upon arrival in Sardinia

Isola Bianca Maritime Terminal

Port address
Via Isola Bianca, 07026 Olbia, Province of Olbia-Tempio, Sardinia

The port of Olbia Isola Bianca is located 3 km northeast of the city center. It is the most modern and best-equipped port in Sardinia.

Leaving the port

Follow “Uscita Porto” then ‘Centro’ or “SS125”
Customs checks possible (rare for EU citizens)
Disembarkation time: 15-30 minutes

Services at the Port of Olbia

Car rental agencies: All major brands (Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Maggiore, Goldcar)
Tourist information office
Taxis: Taxi rank in front of the terminal (fare to the city center: €12 to €15)
Local buses: Line 10 to the city center (€1.50, 15 min)
Free shuttle bus: Available in high season (port-center)
Cafés and restaurants
Vending machines
Shops

What to do in Olbia and the surrounding area?

Olbia City Center (3 km from the port)

Basilica of San Simplicio (11th-century Romanesque church)
Corso Umberto I (main shopping street)
Piazza Regina Margherita
Archaeological Museum
Daily market
Seafood restaurants

Beaches near Olbia

Pittulongu: 6 km, family beach with amenities
Porto Istana: 15 km, crystal clear waters
Le Saline: 12 km, wild beach with flamingos
Spiaggia del Pellicano: 10 km

Tourist destinations from Olbia

Costa Smeralda (Porto Cervo): 30 km, 35 min via SP125
La Maddalena Archipelago: 45 km to Palau, then 15 min by ferry
San Teodoro: 30 km, 30 min via SS125
Golfo Aranci: 18 km, 20 min via SS125
Arzachena and Nuragic sites: 25 km, 30 min
Porto Rotondo: 20 km, 25 min
Capo d’Orso (Palau): 40 km, 45 min

Car rental in Olbia

Highly recommended for exploring Sardinia. All agencies are located directly at the port and airport (10 km from the port).

Car rental rates

City car: €35-€60/day
Sedan: €45-€75/day
SUV: €60-€95/day
7 seater minivan: €80-€120/day

Online booking is recommended to get the best rates and guarantee availability, especially in July and August.

Tips for booking the Civitavecchia Olbia ferry

Best ferry company to choose for Olbia

For the best price: Tirrenia or Moby Lines generally offer fares that are 15 to 20% cheaper than GNV and Grimaldi. Ideal for those on a budget.

For maximum comfort: GNV has the most spacious ships, premium cabins, and excellent service on board. Perfect for families.

For speed: Moby Lines has the fastest Civitavecchia Olbia ferry crossings (5.5-6 hours). Save precious time.

For the environment: Grimaldi Lines has ferries powered by LNG (liquefied natural gas), which are more environmentally friendly.

Best time to travel from Civitavecchia to Olbia

For low fares: November to March, fares are half the price compared to summer (€22-€35 per adult). Mild weather (12-16°C). The sea can be rough.

For the best compromise: May to June and September, pleasant weather (22-27°C), moderate fares (+40% vs low season, -40% vs August), fewer tourists, calm sea.

For guaranteed sunshine: July to August, intense heat (28-35°C), beaches and tourist services at full capacity, but maximum prices and crowded ferries. Reservations 2 to 3 months in advance are mandatory.

Day ferry or night ferry

Advantages of night crossing from Civitavecchia to Olbia (departure 10:00 p.m.-11:30 p.m.)

Save on a night’s hotel accommodation (€40-€80)
Early morning arrival in Olbia (6 a.m.-7:30 a.m.), full day available
Comfortable cabin for sleeping
Fewer people on board

Advantages of daytime crossing from Civitavecchia to Olbia (departure between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.)

No cabin required (saving €35-€70)
Views of the Tyrrhenian Sea and arrival in Olbia
Arrival in the late afternoon
Less tiring for young children

Alternative ferry crossings to Sardinia

If the Civitavecchia to Olbia ferry doesn’t match your travel dates or preferences, consider these alternative crossings from other Italian and European ports.

Other ferry connections to Olbia

Livorno to Olbia ferry: 7 to 9 hours crossing time, departing from Tuscany with frequent daily departures
Genoa to Olbia ferry: 12 hour overnight crossing, departing from Liguria
Piombino to Olbia ferry: 6 to 7 hours, the shortest route from Tuscany (seasonal service)
Nice to Golfo Aranci ferry: 11 hours from the French Riviera, arriving near Olbia

Ferries from Civitavecchia to other Sardinian ports

Civitavecchia to Porto Torres ferry: 7 to 8 hours, arriving in northwest Sardinia
Civitavecchia to Cagliari Ferry: 13 hours, reaching Sardinia’s southern capital
Civitavecchia to Arbatax Ferry: 9 hours, gateway to Sardinia’s unspoiled east coast

Ferries from France to Sardinia

Nice to Porto Torres ferry: 11 hour crossing from the French Riviera
Toulon to Porto Torres ferry: 10 hours, departing from the Var region
Bonifacio to Santa Teresa ferry: 50 minutes, connecting Corsica to northern Sardinia

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Frequently Asked Questions About the Civitavecchia to Olbia Ferry trip

1. How many ferries are there per day between Civitavecchia and Olbia?

The Civitavecchia to Olbia ferry is the most frequent route to Sardinia, with 5 to 7 departures daily depending on the season. In low season (November-March), there are 3 to 5 crossings per day. In mid-season (April-June, September-October), there are 5 to 6 departures. In high season (July-August), up to 7 ferries depart each day, divided between day and night crossings, operated by Moby Lines, GNV, Grimaldi Lines, and Tirrenia.

2. How much does the Civitavecchia Olbia ferry cost?

The price of a Civitavecchia Olbia ferry ticket starts at €22 per adult in low season for a foot passenger. In high season (July-August), expect to pay between €45 and €55 per person. For a car with driver, fares start at €75 in low season and can reach €195 in peak summer. An overnight cabin costs between €35 and €90 extra. A family of four with a car and cabin pays around €210 in low season and €380 in August.

3. How many ferries are there per day between Civitavecchia and Olbia?

The Civitavecchia Olbia ferry is the most frequent route to Sardinia, with 5 to 7 departures daily depending on the season. In low season (November-March), there are 3 to 5 crossings per day. In mid-season (April-June, September-October), there are 5 to 6 departures. In high season (July-August), up to 7 ferries depart each day, divided between day and night crossings, operated by Moby Lines, GNV, Grimaldi Lines, and Tirrenia.

4. Which ferry company should you choose for the Civitavecchia Olbia ferry?

The choice depends on your priorities. For the best price, choose Tirrenia or Moby Lines (15-20% cheaper). For speed, Moby Lines offers the shortest crossings (5.5 hours). For maximum comfort, GNV has the most spacious ships with premium services. For environmental friendliness, Grimaldi Lines uses LNG ferries. All companies are reliable and punctual. Compare schedules and fares to find the best option for your travel dates.

5. Should I book the Civitavecchia Olbia ferry in advance?

Yes, advance booking is highly recommended, especially from June to September. During peak season, ferries can sell out 3 to 4 weeks in advance, especially night crossings and weekends in July and August. Booking 2 to 3 months in advance allows you to get up to 30% off and guarantee your preferred times. During low season, you can book 2 to 3 weeks in advance without any problems.

6. Can you take your car on the Civitavecchia Olbia ferry?

Yes, all Civitavecchia Olbia ferries accept vehicles: cars, motorcycles, motorhomes, campervans, and caravans. The fare depends on the length and height of the vehicle. Motorhomes must declare gas bottles when booking. Arrive 2 hours before departure with your vehicle for boarding. Capacity varies from 600 to 800 vehicles depending on the ship.

8. Are pets allowed on the Civitavecchia Olbia ferry?

Yes, all ferry companies accept dogs and cats for an additional fee of €15 to €40. You have several options: pet-friendly cabins (recommended for long crossings), air-conditioned kennels on board, outdoor decks with leashes and muzzles, or in your vehicle on the garage deck. Required documents: European passport, microchip, up-to-date rabies vaccination (at least 21 days prior), recent veterinary health certificate. Guide dogs travel free of charge.

9. Is it better to take the daytime or nighttime ferry from Civitavecchia to Olbia?

It depends on your priorities. The nighttime ferry from Civitavecchia to Olbia (departing between 10 p.m. and 11:30 p.m.) requires a cabin (additional cost of €35 to €90) but saves you a night’s hotel stay and maximizes your vacation time by arriving early in the morning (6 a.m. to 7:30 a.m.). The daytime ferry (departing between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.) does not require a cabin, allows you to admire the seascape, and is more suitable for families with young children. Both options have a similar duration (6 to 8 hours).

10. How to get to the port of Civitavecchia from Rome?

The most convenient way is to take the train from Roma Termini to Civitavecchia (50 min to 1 hr 10 min, €10 to €15). Trains depart every 20 to 30 minutes. From Civitavecchia station, the port is 2 km away (shuttle bus, taxi €8, or 20 min on foot). By car from Rome, take the A12/E80 motorway towards Civitavecchia (1 hr to 1 hr 15 min, toll €5). From Fiumicino Airport, take the direct train to Civitavecchia (1 hour, €10 to €15) or a rental car (50 minutes via the A12).

11. When is the best time to take the Civitavecchia Olbia ferry?

The best time is between May and June and September, when the weather is pleasant (22-27°C), prices are moderate (30-40% cheaper than in August), there are fewer tourists, and the ferries are less crowded. For those on a budget, November to March offers half-price fares but with sometimes rough seas. July and August guarantee good weather and a summer atmosphere but with peak prices and high demand, requiring booking well in advance.

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The Civitavecchia Olbia ferry is your express gateway to the Costa Smeralda and the wonders of northeastern Sardinia. From the port of Rome, reach Olbia in just 5.5 hours and start your vacation in Sardinia. Compare the schedules of the 7 daily departures and the fares of the four companies, and book your ticket at the best price.

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