Ferry from Piombino to Elba

On all Piombino - Elba ferries, children from 0 to 3 years old travel for free, whereas children up to 12 years old are entitled to reduced fares. Depending on the itinerary, there may also be special rates for Elba residents and those who own a home in one of the island's municipalities.

On ferries from Piombino to Elba, you'll find comfortable seats, an air-conditioned lounge and a bar, where you can purchase snacks and drinks.

Here's more information on the services on board:

Cabins and accommodation

Due to the short duration of the trip, there are no cabins on ferries to Elba from Piombino.

However, there are numbered seats or you can spend the journey on the outdoor deck to enjoy the beautiful Tuscan coast until your arrival.

Luggage

The companies that operate on the ferry route from Piombino to Elba have different policies for luggage:

• With Toremar, passengers are allowed to bring luggage with a maximum weight of 20 kg on ferries and 10 kg on hydrofoils.
• On the ferries of Blue Navy and Moby Lines, there are no limitations on the size and weight of luggage per passenger.

Traveling with pets

Traveling with your pet to Elba from Piombino is easy and convenient. All you have to do is add it to your booking and pay an additional fee.

Small pets must travel in a carrier or cage, while medium and larger ones must wear a muzzle and be on a leash.

Check out some useful travel tips for your ferry to Elba:

• In July and August, and on weekends, make sure to arrive at the port of Piombino well in advance to avoid overcrowding, especially if you want to bring along your vehicle.
• Remember that from April to early October, daily trips to Elba are numerous and run throughout the day, with departures every 15 min. The frequency, however, decreases during the winter months.
• With our travel guide, you can discover what to do and see on the island of Elba.
• If you wish to get around Elba by ferry, there are connections between Portoferraio and Cavo. The ferry trip lasts about 20 min.
• After your holidays in Elba, you can catch a ferry from Portoferraio and get to the island of Corsica in 1 hr and 30 min. Take a look at the Elba - Bastia ferry route here!
• Most ferry companies that operate on the Piombino - Elba route issue electronic tickets. This way, you can check in online and present your ticket directly from your mobile device.
• To find all ferry schedules to Elba, check out our dedicated page that includes all available ferry routes to/from the island, as well as timetables, offers, ticket prices and more!

Where to take the ferry from Piombino to Elba

Ferries and hydrofoils to Elba depart from the port of Piombino (usually from Molo Elba), which is less than 2 km from the city center. You can easily reach the port by train in about 20 min.

If you want to travel by ferry without a car, you can safely leave your car inside the Piombino port area. There are several parking lots available here, both free and paid.

Where does the ferry arrive in Elba?

Ferries from Piombino reach 3 ports on the island of Elba: 

• Portoferraio: it serves as the main port of Elba, being located in its capital. It is close to the popular towns of Marciana, Procchio, and Marina di Campo.
• Rio Marina: the port is located on the island's eastern coast and is close to several popular beaches and the town of Porto Azzurro.
• Cavo: located in the northeastern part of Elba, is one of the island’s most popular vacation spots. It is also the closest port to the Tuscan mainland.