The cheapest and fastest ferries from Florence to Sardinia (Island)
Cheapest price on Oct 13
€21
Average ticket price on Oct 13
€38
Fastest journey on Oct 13
8 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
9 h 12 m
Ferries on Oct 13
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Florence to Sardinia (Island) will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €21.
On Tue, Oct 13, we found 5 ferries from Florence to Sardinia (Island), including 5 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 13 the direct ferries cover the 441 km distance in an average of 9 h 12 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Tue, Oct 13 the slowest ferries will take 10 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.
CORSICA FERRIES9:00 PM10h30Port of Livorno7:30 AMGolfo Aranci€211One-way0 transfers
GLEF10:00 AM8h30Livorno (Terminal Grimaldi)6:30 PMPort of Olbia€301One-way0 transfers
GLE510:30 PM9h00Livorno (Terminal Grimaldi)7:30 AMPort of Olbia€371One-way0 transfers
MOBY FANTASY10:00 AM9h00Port of Livorno7:00 PMPort of Olbia€481One-way0 transfers
MOBY LEGACY10:00 PM9h00Port of Livorno7:00 AMPort of Olbia€561One-way0 transfers
GLEF10:00 AM8h30Livorno (Terminal Grimaldi)6:30 PMPort of Olbia€301One-way0 transfers
MOBY LEGACY10:00 PM9h00Port of Livorno7:00 AMPort of Olbia€561One-way0 transfers
MOBY FANTASY10:00 AM9h00Port of Livorno7:00 PMPort of Olbia€481One-way0 transfers
GLE510:30 PM9h00Livorno (Terminal Grimaldi)7:30 AMPort of Olbia€371One-way0 transfers
CORSICA FERRIES9:00 PM10h30Port of Livorno7:30 AMGolfo Aranci€211One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Florence to Sardinia (Island)
Ferries from Florence to Sardinia (Island) run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 44m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €15 by flight.
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 6h 45m. There are 7 sailings per week. Ferries from Florence to Sardinia (Island) are available to foot passengers.



Distance 238 nautical miles (441 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 7 |
Fastest ferry 6h 45m |
First ferry 7:15 AM |
Last ferry 11:55 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Florence to Sardinia (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 9h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days Sat, Sun |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Florence to Sardinia (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Florence to Sardinia (Island) ferries for today, Monday, October 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CORSICA FERRIES | 9:00 PM Port of Livorno | 10h30 | 7:30 AM Golfo Aranci | 0 transfersDirect | |
GLE5 | 10:00 PM Livorno (Terminal Grimaldi) | 9h30 | 7:30 AM Port of Olbia | 0 transfersDirect | |
MOBY LEGACY | 10:00 PM Port of Livorno | 9h00 | 7:00 AM Port of Olbia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, October 13 | |||||
MOBY FANTASY | 10:00 AM Port of Livorno | 9h00 | 7:00 PM Port of Olbia | 0 transfersDirect | |
GLEF | 10:00 AM Livorno (Terminal Grimaldi) | 8h30 | 6:30 PM Port of Olbia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ferry operators: Grimaldi, Moby Lines, Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries from Florence to Sardinia (Island)You can travel by ferry between Florence to Sardinia (Island) with Grimaldi, Moby Lines, Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries for as low as €15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Florence to Sardinia (Island)
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
Popular ports from Florence to 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.
