The cheapest and fastest ferries from Florence to Sardinia (Island)
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
10 h 8 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
441 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Florence to Sardinia (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Sardinia (Island) will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £19.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Florence for Sardinia (Island) every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri 27 Feb the direct ferries cover the 441 km distance in an average of 10 h 8 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 11 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.








Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Florence to Sardinia (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Florence to Sardinia (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 36m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £16.
Distance: 238 nautical miles (441 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£21 Average Price Cheapest | £112 Average Price |
10h 8m Average total duration 9h 8m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Florence to Sardinia (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 07:30 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 18:30 | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 19:00 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 07:30 | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Florence to Sardinia (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Sardinia (Island) ferries for today, Thursday 26 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GLEF | 09:00 Livorno (Terminal Grimaldi) | 8h30 | 17:30 Port of Olbia | 0 changesdirect | |
MOBY LEGACY | 09:00 Port of Livorno | 9h00 | 18:00 Port of Olbia | 0 changesdirect | |
CORSICA FERRIES | 20:00 Port of Livorno | 10h30 | 06:30 Golfo Aranci | 0 changesdirect | |
MOBY FANTASY | 21:00 Port of Livorno | 9h00 | 06:00 Port of Olbia | 0 changesdirect | |
GLE5 | 21:30 Livorno (Terminal Grimaldi) | 9h00 | 06:30 Port of Olbia | 0 changesdirect |
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Why should you book Florence to Sardinia (Island) ferries with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Grimaldi?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Grimaldi, but also compare tickets for the likes of Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries or Moby Lines to find the best option for your trip from Florence to Sardinia (Island).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Grimaldi with all available travel options, which are flight and ferry to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Florence to Sardinia (Island).
Why book with Omio over Directferries or Ferryhopper?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries or Moby Lines to find the best option for your trip from Florence to Sardinia (Island).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including flight and ferry to find the ideal travel option from Florence to Sardinia (Island).
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Florence to Sardinia (Island)
Ferries from Florence to Sardinia (Island) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 8m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 5 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 238 nautical miles (441 km) distance in 8h 30m. There are 29 sailings per week. Ferries from Florence to Sardinia (Island) are available to foot passengers.



Distance 238 nautical miles (441 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 29 |
Fastest ferry 8h 30m |
First ferry 07:15 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Grimaldi, Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries, Moby Lines from Florence to Sardinia (Island)You can travel by ferry between Florence to Sardinia (Island) with Grimaldi, Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries, Moby Lines for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Grimaldi
Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries
Moby Lines
FAQs: Florence to Sardinia (Island) ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Florence to Sardinia (Island) 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 Sardinia (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Important Stations and Airports in Florence and Sardinia (Island)
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Trattoria Da Sara (0.4km)
- Ristorante Pizzeria L'Ancora (0.7km)
- Ristorante Da Paolo (0.9km)
- Main companies are Radiotaxi Olbia and Taxi Gallura.
- Free
- Bus Line 10, Stop: Via Genova
- 06:00 - 22:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Ristorante La Spigola (0.2km)
- Ristorante Pizzeria La Vecchia Marina (0.4km)
- Ristorante Il Pescatore (0.6km)
- Main companies are Radiotaxi Golfo Aranci and Sardinia Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Golfo Aranci Porto


