- Must visit
Museo della Ceramica di Savona
Museum of ceramics in the old Montursi palace. Ideal for understanding Savona’s long tradition of pottery and decorative arts.
Cheapest price on 31 Aug
£89
Average ticket price on 31 Aug
£122
Fastest journey on 31 Aug
11 h
Average journey duration on 31 Aug
12 h 26 m
Ferries on 31 Aug
4
Distance
386 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Olbia to Savona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Olbia to Savona will cost around £122 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £89.
On Mon 31 Aug, we found 4 ferries from Olbia to Savona, including 4 direct services.
On Mon 31 Aug the direct ferries cover the 386 km distance in an average of 12 h 26 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 11 h .
The slowest ferries will take 13 h 45 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.
GNV ALLEGRA
GNV Altair
RUBATTINO
MOBY AKI
MOBY AKI
RUBATTINO
GNV ALLEGRA
GNV AltairOmio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Olbia to Savona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £55 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £55, while a flight costs an average of £103.
Distance: 208 nautical miles (386 km)
Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£55 Average Price Cheapest | £103 Average Price |
12h 37m Average total duration 11h 37m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 19:00 | Arrival Time 08:00 | Duration 13h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 07:45 | Duration 13h45 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Tirrenia | Departure Time 18:30 | Arrival Time 05:30 | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 20:30 | Arrival Time 09:30 | Duration 13h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Tirrenia | Departure Time 21:30 | Arrival Time 09:30 | Duration 12h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 21:00 | Arrival Time 08:00 | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri |
Operator Tirrenia | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 06:30 | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 23:59 | Arrival Time 12:30 | Duration 12h31 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 08:30 | Arrival Time 21:15 | Duration 12h45 | Sailing Days Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Olbia to Savona 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GNV Altair | 8:30 Port of Olbia | 12h45 | 21:15 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 | |
RHAPSODY | 23:59 Port of Olbia | 12h31 | 12:30 Port of Genoa | 0 changesdirect |
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Ferries from Olbia to Savona run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 37m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 208 nautical miles (386 km) distance in 12h 45m. There are 10 sailings per week. Ferries from Olbia to Savona are available to foot passengers.



Distance 208 nautical miles (386 km) |
Average sailing duration 11h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 10 |
Fastest ferry 12h 45m |
First ferry 6:00 |
Last ferry 23:30 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
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Discover the best of Savona — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Savona trip today.
Museum of ceramics in the old Montursi palace. Ideal for understanding Savona’s long tradition of pottery and decorative arts.
City art museum in the Priamar complex with paintings, sculptures and civic collections that introduce Savona’s artistic heritage.
Archaeological museum inside the Priamar fortress with finds from prehistoric to medieval periods, useful for local historical context.
Main seafront promenade for an easy walk, sea breezes and sunset views. Popular with locals and visitors throughout the day.
Compact old-town area with narrow lanes, churches and traditional urban fabric. Best explored on foot for atmosphere and hidden corners.
The city’s central square, framed by civic buildings and arcades. A practical meeting point and gateway to the historic centre.
Thin chickpea pancake baked in a wood-fired oven. A Ligurian street-food classic in Savona, prized for its crisp edges and simple flavour.
Hand-cut ribbon pasta traditionally dressed with Ligurian pesto. A staple across western Liguria and closely tied to local basil and olive oil.
Savoury tart of local artichokes, eggs and cheese, often enclosed in thin pastry. A traditional Ligurian home dish popular around Savona.
Elegant restaurant focused on carefully presented fish dishes and regional cuisine, suited to a slower evening meal.
Established seafront restaurant known for Ligurian seafood, pasta and a polished but relaxed dining room near the harbour.
Traditional pizzeria and restaurant serving wood-fired pizza, Ligurian classics and seafood in a lively, casual setting.
Moderate for Italy’s Ligurian coast: dining and hotels are usually cheaper than in Portofino or Cinque Terre, while local buses and simple meals stay fairly reasonable.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave €1-2 in cafés, 5-10% for very good restaurant service, and round up taxi fares.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Olbia to Savona 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 Savona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Olbia to Savona ferries use the Port of Olbia to Port of Genoa port pair. Use this guide to compare Olbia and Savona ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Savona has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Ristorante Doc (0.3km), Ristorante La Lampara (0.5km), Ristorante A Spurcacciun-a (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Savona.
Available at Port of Savona: Parking, Taxis, WC.
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