The cheapest and fastest ferries from Olbia to Civitavecchia
Cheapest price
£37
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
11 h 30 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Olbia to Civitavecchia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Olbia to Civitavecchia will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £37.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Olbia for Civitavecchia every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed 03 Dec the direct ferries cover the 232 km distance in an average of 11 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h .
The slowest ferries will take 15 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.
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Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Olbia to Civitavecchia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £36.
Distance: 125 nautical miles (232 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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£50 Average Price Cheapest | £112 Average Price |
8h 7m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Olbia to Civitavecchia Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 11:00 | Duration 15h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 16:00 | Arrival Time 01:00 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Tirrenia | Departure Time 22:30 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 02:00 | Arrival Time 11:00 | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Live departures
Olbia to Civitavecchia ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Olbia to Civitavecchia ferries for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MOBY TOMMY | 21:30 Port of Olbia | 8h00 | 05:30 Port of Civitavecchia | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Olbia to Civitavecchia
Ferries from Olbia to Civitavecchia run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 7m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 125 nautical miles (232 km) distance in 5h 30m. There are 18 sailings per week. Ferries from Olbia to Civitavecchia are available to foot passengers.



Distance 125 nautical miles (232 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 18 |
Fastest ferry 5h 30m |
First ferry 00:30 |
Last ferry 23:45 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Tirrenia, Grimaldi, GNV from Olbia to CivitavecchiaYou can travel by ferry between Olbia to Civitavecchia with Tirrenia, Grimaldi, GNV for as low as £27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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Ferries from Olbia to Civitavecchia
Olbia is an Italian city located in the Gallura region of Eastern Sardinia. Although it has a long history of its own, many today know it as a stopping point for their onward journey to Sardinia. The ferries from Olbia to Civitavecchia help to connect Sardinia with Rome. It has two main ferry operators. The first operator, known as Tirrenia, runs services three times each day with each trip taking about five hours and 30 minutes. The second operator runs once a day for seven days a week. A single trip takes approximately six hours and 30 minutes to complete.
Timetable of ferries from Olbia to Civitavecchia
Direct ferry services make it easier to travel from Olbia to Civitavecchia. Normally, the first operator has seven sailings each week with each sailing taking approximately seven hours and 30 minutes. The ferry departs in the mid morning, arriving in the early evening hours. The second operator has three sailings per day on its fast cruise ships with each trip taking up a total of five hours and 30 minutes. Tirrenia has a ship departing in the early morning, mid morning and in the evening hours.
What you need to know to travel by ferries from Olbia to Civitavecchia
The port of Olbia can be found on the eastern part of the Via Isola Bianca. It acts as a major ferry port, providing travellers with connections to the mainland port. It has several piers around its ferry and cruise terminals operated by the two operators' services. Olbia is not a destination in itself but instead serves as a gateway to other port cities. The port, which is divided into three main sections, the internal port, Isola Bianca Wharf, and Cocciani Port, receives a total of five million passengers each year. The port operates from the early morning to early evening and features a first-aid section, snack bar, and check-in desk.
FAQs: Olbia to Civitavecchia ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Olbia to Civitavecchia 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 Civitavecchia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Olbia, which is located around 2.4 miles (3.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Civitavecchia, located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Olbia and Civitavecchia
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Sat-Sun: 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Free WiFi
- Ristorante Il Bettolino (0.3km)
- Ristorante Aqua (0.5km)
- Ristorante La Ghiacciaia (0.7km)
- Main companies are Radio Taxi Civitavecchia and Taxi Civitavecchia.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Civitavecchia Port
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