Ferry from Olbia (Sardinia) to Livorno

Infants and toddlers up to 2/3 years old can travel from Olbia to Livorno free of charge. There is also a 50% discount for children 3/4 to 11 years old. Discounts vary slightly between the 2 companies serving the route.

As for Sardinia residents, they are entitled to a discount of 75% or more. To get the resident discount when booking your tickets, just enter your ID or passport number.

Note: On Grimaldi Lines ferries, young travelers between the ages of 12 and 26 receive a 20% discount on their tickets.

The Olbia - Livorno ferry route is primarily operated by large conventional ferries including vessels such as MV Cruise Sardegna, Moby Legacy and Moby Fantasy.

Depending on the vessel, you can find all kinds of services, from restaurants and duty-free shops to cinema rooms and outdoor swimming pools.

Grimaldi Lines ferries are also equipped with a wellness center that has sauna rooms, Turkish baths, a jacuzzi, relaxation areas, massage rooms and available beauty treatments.

As for Internet access, Moby Fantasy and Moby Legacy ferries offer free Wi-Fi. Grimaldi Lines, on the other hand, offers hotspot services that can be purchased before or after departure.

Cabins and accomodation

On the ferries from Olbia to Livorno, there are different types of cabins: internal, external, suites and cabins for people with disabilities.

Take a look at some starting prices for the cabins:

• 1-bed cabin: €89
• 2-bed cabin: €89
• 3-bed cabin: €116
• 4-bed cabin: €160

If you opt for a suite, prices start at around €100.

Alternatively, you can book a numbered seat or a business armchair and rest in the dedicated, air-conditioned area. Seat tickets for the Olbia - Livorno route start at around €28.

Standard onboard seating is certainly the cheapest option; while it does not include numbered seating, it offers you free access to all common areas, including outdoor spaces, pools, bars, etc.

Luggage

Each ferry company has a different luggage policy:

• Grimaldi Lines allows each passenger to carry 1 baggage with a maximum size of 56x45x25 cm, plus one small luggage item. Any additional luggage is subject to an extra fee.
• There are no restrictions on the number, weight or size of baggage on Moby Lines ferries.

Traveling with pets

On Olbia - Livorno ferries, you can bring your pet on board. Make sure to fill out the appropriate information as you book your tickets online.

A carrier or cage is required for small pets. As for larger pets, they must have a muzzle and be on a leash.

There is also the option to travel with your furry friend in a pet-friendly cabin or to use the on-board kennels. 

Consider getting in touch with the ferry company of your choice to see what other services are available.

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip from Olbia to Livorno:

• In the summer, we recommend that you arrive at the port of Olbia at least 90 min before your departure, especially if you're traveling with a vehicle.
• As the ferry trip from Olbia to Livorno is quite long, we suggest you book a cabin for a comfortable trip.
• You can also take a road trip around Tuscany. By traveling with your vehicle, you can continue your adventure to the nearby magnificent cities of Florence, Pisa and many more picturesque villages of Tuscany.
• From Olbia, you can travel by ferry to Central Italy and visit the enchanting capital of Italy, Rome. Take a look at the Olbia - Civitavecchia route!
• Discover all available Sardinia ferry schedules and Livorno ferry schedules to plan your trip hassle-free on Ferryhopper.

Where to take the ferry from Olbia to Livorno

Ferries to Livorno leave from Isola Bianca Maritime Station at the port of Olbia. Near the port, you can find bars, restaurants, a left luggage office, and an internal port shuttle service.

From the Olbia railway station, it is possible to reach the port by bus taking route 9 or by taxi at a cost of approximately €15. If you travel by plane, then you take bus routes 2 and 10 from the airport heading to the port of Olbia.

Where do ferries arrive in Livorno?

The city of Livorno, located on the coast of Tuscany, is packed with monuments, attractions and beautiful beaches, making it the perfect place to discover a lesser-known but fascinating side of the region.

Ferries from Olbia arrive at the Calata Carrara, Darsena Toscana Est and Molo Elba terminals within the main port of Livorno.

You can get around Livorno by car, train or bus. Thanks to highway connections, you can also easily reach other parts of Italy. Alternatively, if you want to travel by train, you can take the Genoa - Rome line.