The cheapest and fastest ferries from Florence to Sardinia (Island)
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 10 m
Ferries per day
5
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 £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £18.
Of the 5 ferries that leave Florence for Sardinia (Island) every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun 12 Jul the direct ferries cover the 441 km distance in an average of 8 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 9 h 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.
CORSICA FERRIES12:157h30Port of Livorno19:45Golfo Aranci£181One-way0 changes
GLE510:007h30Livorno (Terminal Grimaldi)17:30Port of Olbia£231One-way0 changes
GLEF22:309h00Livorno (Terminal Grimaldi)7:30Port of Olbia£361One-way0 changes
MOBY FANTASY8:557h50Port of Livorno16:45Port of Olbia£431One-way0 changes
MOBY LEGACY22:009h00Port of Livorno7:00Port of Olbia£501One-way0 changes
CORSICA FERRIES12:157h30Port of Livorno19:45Golfo Aranci£181One-way0 changes
GLE510:007h30Livorno (Terminal Grimaldi)17:30Port of Olbia£231One-way0 changes
MOBY FANTASY8:557h50Port of Livorno16:45Port of Olbia£431One-way0 changes
GLEF22:309h00Livorno (Terminal Grimaldi)7:30Port of Olbia£361One-way0 changes
MOBY LEGACY22:009h00Port of Livorno7:00Port of Olbia£501One-way0 changes
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 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £15, and a flight costs an average of £15.
Distance: 238 nautical miles (441 km)
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10h 5m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Florence to Sardinia (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 12:15 | Arrival Time 19:45 | Duration 7h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat, Sun |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 07:30 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 08:55 | Arrival Time 16:45 | Duration 7h50 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 10:00 | Arrival Time 17:30 | Duration 7h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 22:00 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival Time 17:30 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 12:30 | Arrival Time 20:15 | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Florence to Sardinia (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Sardinia (Island) ferries for today, Saturday 11 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CORSICA FERRIES | 21:00 Port of Livorno | 9h30 | 6:30 Golfo Aranci | 0 changesdirect | |
MOBY LEGACY | 22:00 Port of Livorno | 9h00 | 7:00 Port of Olbia | 0 changesdirect | |
GLEF | 22:30 Livorno (Terminal Grimaldi) | 9h00 | 7:30 Port of Olbia | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 12 July | |||||
MOBY FANTASY | 8:55 Port of Livorno | 7h50 | 16:45 Port of Olbia | 0 changesdirect | |
GLE5 | 10:00 Livorno (Terminal Grimaldi) | 7h30 | 17:30 Port of Olbia | 0 changesdirect | |
CORSICA FERRIES | 12:15 Port of Livorno | 7h30 | 19:45 Golfo Aranci | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of Grimaldi or Moby Lines to find the best option for your trip from Florence to Sardinia (Island).
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Why book with Omio over Directferries or Ferryhopper?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Grimaldi or Moby Lines to find the best option for your trip from Florence to Sardinia (Island).
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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 5m. 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 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 29 |
Fastest ferry 8h 30m |
First ferry 7:15 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Ferry operators: Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries, Grimaldi, Moby Lines from Florence to Sardinia (Island)You can travel by ferry between Florence to Sardinia (Island) with Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries, Grimaldi, Moby Lines for as low as £15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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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)
Most Florence to Sardinia (Island) ferries use the Port of Livorno to Port of Olbia port pair, with some services arriving at Golfo Aranci. Use this guide to compare Florence and Sardinia (Island) ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Sardinia (Island) port do ferries from Florence arrive at?
Getting to Port of Olbia from Sardinia city centre
Port of Olbia is 3 km from Sardinia city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Olbia port facilities and services
Port of Olbia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Trattoria Da Sara (0.4km), Ristorante Pizzeria L'Ancora (0.7km), Ristorante Da Paolo (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are multiple ATMs available.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Port of Olbia.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Port of Olbia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Olbia.
Getting to Golfo Aranci from Sardinia city centre
Golfo Aranci port facilities and services
Golfo Aranci has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ristorante La Spigola (0.2km), Ristorante Pizzeria La Vecchia Marina (0.4km), Ristorante Il Pescatore (0.6km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available inside the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Golfo Aranci.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Golfo Aranci: Parking, Taxis, WC.

