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.

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.

Ferry 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. On the other hand, there are no restrictions on the number, weight or size of baggage on Moby Lines ferries.

Cabins

On the ferries from Olbia to Livorno, there are different types of cabins (internal, external, suite). There are also cabins for people with disabilities.

Take a look at some starting prices for the cabins:

• 1-bed cabin: €83
• 2-bed cabin: €83
• 3-bed cabin: €84
• 4-bed cabin: €98

If you opt for a suite, prices start at around €180.

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 €29.

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.

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

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

• As the ferry trip from Olbia to Livorno is long, we suggest you book a cabin for a comfortable trip.
• In the summer, we recommend you to arrive at least 90 min before your departure at the port of Olbia to avoid overcrowding.
• You can also take a road trip around Tuscany. By embarking your vehicle, you can continue your adventure to the nearby magnificent cities of Florence, Pisa or the 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 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.

Check-in and boarding to Livorno from Olbia

When you plan your trip on Ferryhopper, you can book electronic tickets (e-tickets), as long as the company allows it. In the case of the Olbia - Livorno connection, the operator Moby Lines issues e-tickets. The process of boarding becomes easier, as there is no need to bring along a physical ticket with you.

By choosing Grimaldi Lines, you will instead have to collect your tickets in a physical form at the company's collection points located in the port area.

Ferry companies usually urge passengers to arrive at the port of departure well in advance to avoid delays. For passengers with a vehicle, Moby Lines recommends arriving 1.5 hr before departure, while Grimaldi Lines 2 hr in advance.