- Must visit
Museo Archeologico del Territorio di Populonia
Archaeological museum covering the Val di Cornia, with Etruscan and Roman material that gives useful context for the wider area.
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£15
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£20
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
20 m
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
20 m
Ferries on 31 Aug
49
Distance
26 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Elba (Island) to Piombino is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Elba (Island) to Piombino will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £15.
On Mon 31 Aug, we found 49 ferries from Elba (Island) to Piombino, including 49 direct services.
On Mon 31 Aug the direct ferries cover the 26 km distance in an average of 20 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 20 m .
The slowest ferries will take 20 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.
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SCHIOPPARELLO JET| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Blunavy | Departure Time 07:15 | Arrival Time 08:15 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 13:30 | Arrival Time 13:50 | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 11:40 | Arrival Time 12:40 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 16:10 | Arrival Time 17:10 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 14:00 | Arrival Time 15:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 11:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 10:30 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 06:00 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 08:20 | Arrival Time 09:20 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 07:00 | Arrival Time 08:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blunavy | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 19:30 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blunavy | Departure Time 16:15 | Arrival Time 17:15 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blunavy | Departure Time 12:15 | Arrival Time 13:15 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 16:50 | Arrival Time 17:10 | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 18:35 | Arrival Time 18:55 | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blunavy | Departure Time 08:15 | Arrival Time 09:15 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 14:30 | Arrival Time 15:15 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 19:55 | Arrival Time 20:55 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 20:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat, Sun |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 17:30 | Arrival Time 18:30 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 15:00 | Arrival Time 16:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 11:00 | Arrival Time 12:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 10:15 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 07:10 | Arrival Time 07:30 | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 22:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 09:35 | Arrival Time 10:15 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blunavy | Departure Time 11:15 | Arrival Time 12:15 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blunavy | Departure Time 09:15 | Arrival Time 10:15 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 16:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 13:10 | Arrival Time 13:50 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 15:35 | Arrival Time 16:20 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 13:45 | Arrival Time 14:45 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 12:00 | Arrival Time 12:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 06:50 | Arrival Time 07:30 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 06:55 | Arrival Time 07:40 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 05:00 | Arrival Time 06:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 09:00 | Arrival Time 10:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 20:15 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blunavy | Departure Time 14:15 | Arrival Time 15:15 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blunavy | Departure Time 10:15 | Arrival Time 11:15 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 16:30 | Arrival Time 17:10 | Duration 0h40 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 17:45 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 13:00 | Arrival Time 14:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 13:05 | Arrival Time 13:50 | Duration 0h45 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Blunavy | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival Time 16:30 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 09:55 | Arrival Time 10:15 | Duration 0h20 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Toremar | Departure Time 08:00 | Arrival Time 09:00 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blunavy | Departure Time 13:15 | Arrival Time 14:15 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Blunavy | Departure Time 17:15 | Arrival Time 18:15 | Duration 1h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Elba (Island) to Piombino ferries for today, Sunday 30 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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GIRAGLIA | 9:30 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 10:30 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
GIOVANNI BELLINI | 9:30 Port of Rio Marina | 0h45 | 10:15 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
SCHIOPPARELLO JET | 9:35 Port of Portoferraio | 0h40 | 10:15 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
SCHIOPPARELLO JET | 9:55 Port of Cavo | 0h20 | 10:15 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
MARMORICA | 10:00 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 11:00 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
AETHALIA | 10:15 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 11:15 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
OGLASA | 11:00 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 12:00 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
ACCIARELLO | 11:15 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 12:15 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
MOBY NIKI | 11:40 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 12:40 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
GIOVANNI BELLINI | 12:00 Port of Rio Marina | 0h45 | 12:45 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
RIO MARINA BELLA | 12:00 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 13:00 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
TREMESTIERI | 12:15 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 13:15 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
MARMORICA | 13:00 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 14:00 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
SCHIOPPARELLO JET | 13:10 Port of Portoferraio | 0h40 | 13:50 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
AETHALIA | 13:15 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 14:15 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
SCHIOPPARELLO JET | 13:30 Port of Cavo | 0h20 | 13:50 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
GIRAGLIA | 13:45 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 14:45 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
OGLASA | 14:00 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 15:00 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
ACCIARELLO | 14:15 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 15:15 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
GIOVANNI BELLINI | 14:30 Port of Rio Marina | 0h45 | 15:15 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
RIO MARINA BELLA | 15:00 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 16:00 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
TREMESTIERI | 15:30 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 16:30 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
MARMORICA | 16:00 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 17:00 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
MOBY NIKI | 16:10 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 17:10 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
AETHALIA | 16:15 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 17:15 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
SCHIOPPARELLO JET | 16:30 Port of Portoferraio | 0h40 | 17:10 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
SCHIOPPARELLO JET | 16:50 Port of Cavo | 0h20 | 17:10 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
GIOVANNI BELLINI | 17:00 Port of Rio Marina | 0h45 | 17:45 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
OGLASA | 17:00 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 18:00 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
ACCIARELLO | 17:15 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 18:15 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
GIRAGLIA | 17:30 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 18:30 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
RIO MARINA BELLA | 18:00 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 19:00 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
TREMESTIERI | 18:30 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 19:30 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
SCHIOPPARELLO JET | 18:35 Port of Cavo | 0h20 | 18:55 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
MARMORICA | 19:00 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 20:00 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
GIOVANNI BELLINI | 19:30 Port of Rio Marina | 0h45 | 20:15 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
MOBY NIKI | 19:55 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 20:55 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
RIO MARINA BELLA | 21:00 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 22:00 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 31 August | |||||
OGLASA | 5:00 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 6:00 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
GIRAGLIA | 6:00 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 7:00 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
SCHIOPPARELLO JET | 6:50 Port of Portoferraio | 0h40 | 7:30 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
GIOVANNI BELLINI | 6:55 Port of Rio Marina | 0h45 | 7:40 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
MARMORICA | 7:00 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 8:00 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
SCHIOPPARELLO JET | 7:10 Port of Cavo | 0h20 | 7:30 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
AETHALIA | 7:15 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 8:15 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
OGLASA | 8:00 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 9:00 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
ACCIARELLO | 8:15 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 9:15 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
MOBY NIKI | 8:20 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 9:20 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
RIO MARINA BELLA | 9:00 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 10:00 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
TREMESTIERI | 9:15 Port of Portoferraio | 1h00 | 10:15 Port of Piombino | 0 changesdirect | |
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Ferries from Elba (Island) to Piombino run on average 36 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 36 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest ferry covers the 14 nautical miles (26 km) distance in 45m. There are 162 sailings per week. Ferries from Elba (Island) to Piombino are available to foot passengers.




Distance 14 nautical miles (26 km) |
Average sailing duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Ferries per day 36 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 162 |
Fastest ferry 45m |
First ferry 5:00 |
Last ferry 22:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Discover the best of Piombino — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Piombino trip today.
Archaeological museum covering the Val di Cornia, with Etruscan and Roman material that gives useful context for the wider area.
Town museum with archaeological finds, paintings and civic collections that introduce Piombino’s history from antiquity onwards.
Interactive archaeology museum in the old town, designed for families and curious visitors who want a hands-on introduction to local history.
Scenic seaside square with dramatic views towards Elba, especially popular at sunset and a classic place for a walk in the old town.
Promenade along the historic walls and sea, ideal for a leisurely walk with viewpoints over the harbour and Tuscan Archipelago.
Main historic street lined with shops and old buildings, useful for exploring the centre and feeling everyday life in Piombino.
Tuscan fish stew of mixed local catch, tomato, garlic and sage, tied closely to the ports of the Etruscan Coast and nearby Livorno.
A very simple coastal soup of stale bread, tomato and garlic, traditional in Tuscan fishing communities as a frugal way to use old bread.
Chickpea flour flatbread baked until crisp outside and soft inside, a beloved Tuscan street food often eaten plain or in bread.
Refined seafood restaurant in the old town, known for polished fish dishes and an intimate, elegant setting.
Well-known traditional seafood spot near the centre, appreciated for fresh catch, pasta dishes and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Casual harbour-area restaurant serving Tuscan seafood classics, with straightforward cooking and an unfussy setting.
Moderate for coastal Tuscany. Hotels rise in summer, but everyday dining and local transport are usually cheaper than in larger resort towns nearby.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Porto di Piombino -> Piazza Bovio, Piombino
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Elba (Island) to Piombino 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 Piombino, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Elba (Island) to Piombino ferries use the Port of Portoferraio to Port of Piombino port pair. Use this guide to compare Elba (Island) and Piombino ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Portoferraio is 4 km from Elba city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Portoferraio has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Ristorante La Bussola (0.3km), Trattoria da Luigi (0.5km), Osteria Libertaria (0.7km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Portoferraio.
Available at Port of Portoferraio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Portoferraio.
Port of Rio Marina is 12 km from Elba city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Rio Marina has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Osteria Vento in Poppa (0.2km), Ristorante Il Grigolo (0.3km), La Voglia Matta (0.5km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Rio Marina.
Available at Port of Rio Marina: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Rio Marina.
Port of Cavo is 14 km from Elba city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Cavo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Food options include: Ristorante Pizzeria Rendez Vous (0.2km), Ristorante La Pergola (0.3km), Ristorante Mareluna (0.5km)
Available at Port of Cavo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Cavo.
Port of Piombino is 2 km from Piombino city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Piombino has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Osteria L'Ubaldino (0.3km), Ristorante La Rocchetta (0.6km), Trattoria Il Rifugio (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Piombino.
Available at Port of Piombino: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Piombino.
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