Ferry from Rome (Civitavecchia) to Porto Torres (Sardinia)
Tickets, Prices & Schedules
Discounts
Infants and toddlers up to 2 years old can travel from Civitavecchia to Porto Torres free of charge. There is also a 50% discount for children 3-11 years old and discounts for residents of Sardinia, available all year round.
On-board services and amenities
Cabins
The conventional ferries serving the Civitavecchia - Porto Torres route offer different types of cabins: internal, external (with windows), suites, and cabins that are accessible to people with disabilities.
Cabin prices on the Civitavecchia - Porto Torres route start at around €76.
Luggage
On Grimaldi Lines ferries, each passenger can carry 1 piece of luggage (included in the ticket price) with a maximum size of 56x45x25 cm. You can also bring along 1 small piece of luggage (bag or backpack). For any additional luggage, you need to pay an extra fee.
Traveling with pets
On the ferries of Grimaldi Lines, you can travel with your pet stress-free. You just need to include it in your booking and pay a small fee.
You can either book a special pet-firendly cabin or use your own pet carrier. For more information regarding documents and pet travel conditions, we recommend contacting the ferry operator you're traveling with.
More amenities
The ferries serving routes to Porto Torres (MV Cruise Barcelona and MV Cruise Roma) are spacious, modern, and offer a wide range of amenities so you can enjoy a comfortable and relaxing trip.
On board the ferries you can find, among others:
- Self-service restaurants
- Cafeterias
- Pool on the outside deck
- Children's areas
- Shops
- Gym
- Health center
- Entertainment (e.g. live shows)
Useful tips for your ferry trip to Porto Torres from Civitavecchia (Rome)
Below, you can find some travel tips for your trip from Civitavecchia to Porto Torres:
- We recommend arriving at the port at least 1 hr before departure if you are traveling as a foot passenger, and 2 hr in advance if you are bringing along your vehicle.
- You can easily move around Sardinia by car or camper! Consider planning a once-in-a-lifetime camper vacation in Sardinia with our tips and recommendations.
- If you choose to travel without a vehicle, you can easily reach Civitavecchia from Roma Termini railway station!
- Find out all about the magical destination on our Porto Torres travel guide and plan the perfect holidays in Sardinia.
- In addition to Porto Torres, you can reach various destinations in Sardinia from Rome by ferry. Discover the Civitavecchia - Olbia, Civitavecchia - Arbatax and Civitavecchia - Cagliari routes on Ferryhopper!
Where to take the ferry from Civitavecchia to Porto Torres
Ferries from the port of Civitavecchia to Porto Torres depart from the San Giovanni Paolo II pier in the Calata Laurenti Maritime Station.
From the train station of Civitavecchia, you can easily and conveniently reach the port by bus or on foot. The entrance to Varco Fortezza is about 600 m away. The other 2 pedestrian entrances to the port are Varco Vespucci and Porta Livorno.
Where does the ferry arrive in Porto Torres?
Ferries typically arrive at the Porto Torres Ferry Terminal (Grimaldi Lines pier), which is located near the town center.
How long is the ferry ride from Rome (Civitavecchia) to Porto Torres?
Civitavecchia - Porto Torres ferry time usually ranges between 8 hr and 9 hr.
Rome (Civitavecchia) - Porto Torres ferry companies
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FAQs
Yes, you can bring along your vehicle on the ferries that operate on the Civitavecchia - Porto Torres route. In fact, getting around by car is the most convenient way to explore Sardinia, so we recommed traveling with your own vehicle.
As for prices for vehicle transportation:
- Car tickets start at around €50
- Motorcycle tickets start at around €21
- Motorhome tickets start at around €100
As there might be limited availability in the high season, make sure to book your vehicle tickets as early as possible.
This Rome - Sardinia connection is operated only by conventional ferries. The fastest ship reaches Porto Torres in 8 hr.
The distance between Civitavecchia and Porto Torres is 174 nautical miles (about 320 km).
Yes, there is. In fact, most ferries to Sardinia (Porto Torres) from Civitavecchia are overnight.
Ferries usually leave the port of Civitavecchia between 20:30 and 00:30, arriving in Porto Torres the following morning between 05:00 and 09:00.
With Grimaldi Lines, you can book your tickets to Sardinia online on Ferryhopper and pick them up in paper form from the company’s collection points at the port before the trip.
Find detailed answers to all your questions about ferry ticket changes, cancellations and refunds.
Remember that you can also use Ferryhopper's online booking modification service, available with certain ferry companies.