- Must visit
Palazzo Rosso
Major art museum in a historic palace with works by Van Dyck, Rubens and Italian masters, plus notable decorative interiors.
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£36
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£50
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
10 h
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
12 h 19 m
Ferries on 17 Sept
4
Distance
431 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Alghero to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alghero to Genoa will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £36.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 4 ferries from Alghero to Genoa, including 4 direct services.
On Thu 17 Sept the direct ferries cover the 431 km distance in an average of 12 h 19 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 10 h .
The slowest ferries will take 13 h 30 m 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.
Excelsior
GNV Pegasus
MOBY WONDER
MOBY ORLI
MOBY WONDER
GNV Pegasus
MOBY ORLI
ExcelsiorOmio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Alghero to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £63 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £63, while a flight costs an average of £160.
Distance: 232 nautical miles (431 km)
Most popular Ferry | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£63 Average Price Cheapest | £160 Average Price | £37 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 22m Average total duration 11h 22m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Alghero to Genoa:
A ferry is £98 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alghero to Genoa costing on average £160.
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Ferry takes on average 11h 22m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 08:30 | Duration 13h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 04:00 | Arrival Time 16:30 | Duration 12h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Tirrenia | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 05:30 | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 20:30 | Arrival Time 09:30 | Duration 13h00 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Tirrenia | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 07:30 | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 07:30 | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Fri, Sun |
Operator Tirrenia | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed |
The table below shows live departures for Alghero to Genoa ferries for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GNV Pegasus | 19:00 Port of Olbia | 12h45 | 7:45 Port of Genoa | 0 changesdirect | |
Excelsior | 19:00 Port of Porto Torres | 13h30 | 8:30 Port of Genoa | 0 changesdirect | |
MOBY ORLI | 20:30 Port of Olbia | 13h00 | 9:30 Port of Genoa | 0 changesdirect | |
MOBY WONDER | 21:30 Port of Porto Torres | 10h00 | 7:30 Port of Genoa | 0 changesdirect | |
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Ferries from Alghero to Genoa run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 22m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £30 if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:45, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 232 nautical miles (431 km) distance in 12h 30m. There are 11 sailings per week. Ferries from Alghero to Genoa are available to foot passengers.



Distance 232 nautical miles (431 km) |
Average sailing duration 11h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 11 |
Fastest ferry 12h 30m |
First ferry 7:45 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Discover the best of Genoa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Genoa trip today.
Major art museum in a historic palace with works by Van Dyck, Rubens and Italian masters, plus notable decorative interiors.
Sea-focused museum inside the old port area, covering navigation, migration and maritime life with interactive and family-friendly displays.
Refined palace museum displaying paintings, furnishings and frescoed rooms. Ideal for understanding Genoese aristocratic life and art.
Grand central square with fountain, theatres and banks. A practical starting point for exploring the historic centre and main avenues.
Historic street lined with palaces, courtyards and museums. One of Genoa’s most rewarding walks for architecture and city history.
Lively old harbour redeveloped for promenades, museums and sea views. Good for walking, boat trips and an easy family outing.
Chickpea flour pancake baked in a wood oven. A staple Genoese street food, prized for its crisp edges and simple maritime roots.
Twisted pasta with basil, pine nuts, garlic, olive oil and Ligurian cheese. Genoa is the historic home of this classic pesto sauce.
Thin layers of dough filled with chard, prescinsêua cheese, eggs and herbs. A festive Ligurian pie strongly linked with Genoese tradition.
Stylish long-running restaurant serving creative Ligurian and Italian cooking in an intimate city-centre dining room.
Historic confectionery and café known for chocolate, pastries and elegant old-world interiors in the city centre.
Traditional bakery-focacceria popular for classic Genoese focaccia and farinata in a casual local setting.
Moderate for Italy: dining and hotels cost less than in Rome or Milan, while local transport and coffee are fairly affordable for visitors.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up in cafés and taxis, or leave 5-10% in restaurants for notably good service.
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Port of Genoa -> Piazza De Ferrari, Genoa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alghero to Genoa 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 Genoa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Alghero to Genoa ferries use the Port of Porto Torres to Port of Genoa port pair. Use this guide to compare Alghero and Genoa ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Genoa is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Genoa 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 options include: Trattoria dell'Acciughetta (0.3km), Soho Restaurant & Fish Work (0.5km), Eataly Genova (0.7km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Genoa.
Available at Port of Genoa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Port of Genoa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Genoa.
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