Livorno – Olbia
Ferries to Sardinia
Livorno – Olbia
Ferries to Sardinia
The Livorno to Olbia ferry route is provided by 2 operators and is available for booking all year round. The ferry crossing from Livorno to Olbia takes approximately 9 hours on ferries servicing this route. The ferry duration for the Livorno to Olbia ferry can range between 7 hours 30 minutes and 10 hours depending on the operator that you decide to travel with.
There are around 24 weekly sailings from Livorno to Olbia.
Moby Lines provide 2 sailings daily, 12 sailings weekly. Grimaldi Lines provide 2 sailings daily, 12 sailings weekly. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves Livorno Port at approximately 08:55 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 22:30. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Livorno to Olbia is with Grimaldi Lines in 7 hours 30 minutes.
The fastest ferries from Livorno to Olbia usually cost around $363.00.
There are overnight ferries from Livorno to Olbia. The first overnight ferry leaves the port of Livorno at 21:30 and arrives at the port of Olbia at 07:30.
There are cabins available on ferries from Livorno to Olbia with Grimaldi Lines and Moby Lines.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Livorno to Olbia with Grimaldi Lines.
The average price to bring pets on the ferry from Livorno to Olbia is approximately $472.
Yes, you can bring your car on the Livorno to Olbia ferry with Moby Lines & Grimaldi Lines.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the Livorno Olbia ferry with Moby Lines & Grimaldi Lines.
Foot passengers are typically allowed one piece of hand luggage weighing up to 20 to 30 kg. Passengers with vehicles can bring unlimited luggage, but can only access it before and after the crossing.
The price of a ferry from Livorno to Olbia can vary between $186.14 and $714.13 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $143.64, with prices ranging from $24 and $414. The average price with a car is $388.32. Car prices can range from $44 to $757. All ferry prices can change from season to season. Please be aware that prices do not include booking fees. 1 April 2025
Find cheap ferry tickets using our deal finder. It is highly recommended that you book in advance to ensure yourself the best possible prices and availability on the Olbia ferry.
First class is available on ferries from Livorno to Olbia with Grimaldi Lines and Moby Lines.
A day trip from Livorno to Olbia by ferry is also not practical, as the crossing takes approximately 6 to 8 hours one way. While shorter than the Genoa route, ferry schedules are typically once per day in each direction, often overnight or early morning, making a same-day return impossible without spending just a few hours in Olbia or staying overnight. We recommend staying overnight to make your trip worthwhile.
The best way to travel from Livorno to Olbia is by ferry. With 3 sailings per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there are alternative routes to explore if you require additional flexibility.
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| Livorno - Olbia Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Italy | |
| Destination Country | Sardinia | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Moby Lines & Grimaldi Lines | |
| Average Price | $362 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 3 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 24 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 9 h | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 7 h 30 m | |
| First Ferry | 08:55 | |
| Last Ferry | 22:30 | |
| Distance | 162 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 April 2025.
The Italian city and port of Livorno lies in the Ligurian Sea on the western coast of Tuscany. Much of the original street layout and architecture has been retained in the New Venice area of the city. In this area visitors can see old bridges, narrow lanes, noblemen's houses and a network of canals that were used to connect its port to the city's warehouses. Also of interest are many fine examples of neo-classical buildings, museums, public parks and cultural institutions. Containing memorabilia, documents and operas by the composer Pietro Mascagni, who lived in the city, is the Museo Mascagnano and is well worth a visit. Organised by the Traditional Theatre of Livorno, some of Mascagni's operas are performed during the lyric music season.
The city's port is the third largest on Italy's west coast and provides many services and facilities including cargo handling and passenger services. The port's facilities include wheelchair ramps, toilets and shower facilities for passengers. There are also bars, restaurants, a conference centre, banks and a passenger information kiosk. From the port, there are ferry services to Bastia, Olbia, Golfo Aranci, Cagliari and Tunisia.
Olbia is an Italian city that is located in the north east of the island of Sardinia and its port receives ferries from the Italian mainland and acts as a gateway to the Costa Smeralda and provides facilities and services for tourists. Olbia is not as appealing as Alghero or Cagliari but the old part of the city contains Roman Baths, an impressive granite church and a number of other historic buildings. Popular with tourists is the medieval Pisan Romanesque church which is hewn out of Galluren granite where, in the apse, there are two 13th century frescos with the one on the left depicting San Simplicio, the Patron Saint of Olbia. A popular festival in the city is the Festa di San Simplicio which is one of the city's biggest and is celebrated over three days in the middle of May.
Olbia's port is on an island linked to the town by a long causeway. Car ferries connect Olbia with mainland Italian destinations including Genoa and Civitavecchia, near Rome. Additional destinations are available from Golfo Aranci, a port to the north of Olbia.
