Ferry from Genoa to Sardinia

Tickets, Prices & Schedules

Ferries from Genoa to Sardinia run all year round with several daily crossings. You can normally reach 2 ports on the island: Porto Torres and Olbia. Find updated info, compare ferry timetables, companies and prices, and book your ferry tickets to Sardinia on Ferryhopper without hidden fees.

Discounts

Infants and toddlers up to 3 years old normally travel for free, while children 4-11 years old travel with discount tickets. There are also discounts for residents of Sardinia.

On-board services and amenities

Ferry luggage

Each ferry company has its own baggage allowance policy. More specifically:

  • On GNV (Grandi Navi Veloci) ferries, you can carry up to 2 pieces of luggage.
  • The ferry company Tirrenia allows each passenger to board with 1 piece of luggage weighing up to 20 kg.
  • On Moby Lines ferries, there are no restrictions regarding the number, weight or size of the luggage.

Cabins

On Genoa - Sardinia ferries, there are various types of cabins: interior cabins, exterior cabins, suites, as well as accessible cabins for people with disabilities. Cabin prices usually start at around €60.

Alternatively, you can book airplane-type seats to enjoy a comfortable trip.

Pet travel

Pets are welcome on ferries running from Genoa to the ports of Sardinia. You just need to include them in your booking and pay a small fee.

Pets can travel in special pet-friendly cabins or in their carrier. Larger pets should wear a muzzle and a leash

Make sure to carry along all necessary health certificates and any pet supplies you might need.

Useful tips for your ferry trip to Sardinia from Genoa

Here are some travel tips for your trip from Genoa to Sardinia:

  • If you are traveling in high season or on a weekend, we recommend you arrive at the port of Genoa well in advance to avoid overcrowding.
  • As the ferry trip from Genoa to Sardinia is quite long, we recommend booking a cabin for a comfortable trip. Find more tips and useful information about your trip on our Sardinia complete ferry guide.
  • You can also catch a ferry to Sardinia from Naples. Take a look at the Naples - Sardinia ferry route.
  • Check out our complete Sardinia travel guide and find the best tips for your holidays on the popular Italian island.
  • The port of Olbia is located on the northeastern side of Sardinia, while the port of Porto Torres is on the northwestern side of the island. Choose your port of arrival according to your travel plans.

Where to take the ferry from Genoa to Sardinia

Ferries to Sardinia depart from the Piazzale Iqbal Masih pier at the port of Genoa. t’s one of the busiest ports in Italy and it is located very close to the city center.

Near the port of Genoa, you can find a shopping center (Terminal Traghetti Shopping Center) with newsstands, restaurants, coffee places, and a supermarket, while there are also paid parking lots at a close distance.

How to get to the port of Genoa

You can get to the port of Genoa by car, taxi, metro, or bus. Several buses depart from the Genova Piazza Principe railway station heading to the port's piers. The closest subway station to the port is Dinegro.

Genoa - Sardinia ferry companies

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FAQs

Yes, you can embark your vehicle on all conventional ferries serving the Genoa - Sardinia routes, as they have large car decks. This means that you can easily bring along your car, motorcycle, scooter, motorhome, camper, or van. Normally, you can also transport your bicycle free of charge.

  • Car tickets for this route start at around €28
  • Motorcycle tickets start at about €14
  • Van / motorhome tickets start at around €86

In fact, driving is the best way to get around Sardinia, so we recommend you bring along your own vehicle. Alternatively, you can hire a car from a local agency when you get there.

Sardinia is also a camper-friendly island. Check out our Sardinia camper vacation guide and find the best tips for your adventure on 4 wheels!

No, ferries connecting Genoa and Sardinia are normally conventional. The fastest ferry from Genoa takes around 10 hr 45 min to reach Sardinia.

  • The distance between Genoa and Porto Torres is around 214 nautical miles (approximately 396 km).
  • The distance between Genoa and Olbia is around 219 nautical miles (approximately 400 km).

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