- Must visit
Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Napoli
One of Italy’s most important archaeological museums, renowned for treasures from Pompeii and Herculaneum, including mosaics, frescoes, and classical sculpture.
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
9 h 30 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
472 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Cagliari to Naples is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cagliari to Naples will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Cagliari for Naples on Thu, Jun 04, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct ferries cover the 472 km distance in an average of 9 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest ferries will take 15 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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GLN0Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Cagliari to Naples among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the ferry is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $24.
Distance: 254 nautical miles (472 km)
Most popular Ferry | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$48 Average price Cheapest | $159 Average price | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 39m Average total duration 11h 39m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 1h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cagliari to Naples:
A ferry is $110 (€89) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cagliari to Naples costing on average $159 (€129).
Other travel options to Naples take longer:
Ferry takes on average 11h 39m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Tirrenia | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Sailing Days Fri, Sat, Sun |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 15h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Fri |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 15h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Operator Tirrenia | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 7h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 14h31 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
The table below shows live departures for Cagliari to Naples ferries for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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RUBATTINO | 11:00 PM Port of Olbia | 7h30 | 6:30 AM Port of Civitavecchia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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GLC0 | 2:00 AM Port of Arbatax | 9h00 | 11:00 AM Port of Civitavecchia | 0 transfersDirect | |
GLF6 | 12:30 PM Port of Olbia | 6h30 | 7:00 PM Port of Civitavecchia | 0 transfersDirect | |
GLN0 | 7:00 PM Port of Cagliari | 15h00 | 10:00 AM Port of Naples | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ferries from Cagliari to Naples run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 39m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $34 (€27) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by flight.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 254 nautical miles (472 km) distance in 8h 0m. There are 23 sailings per week. Ferries from Cagliari to Naples are available to foot passengers.



Distance 254 nautical miles (472 km) |
Average sailing duration 11h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€27) |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 23 |
Fastest ferry 8h 0m |
First ferry 12:30 AM |
Last ferry 11:45 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Naples — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Naples trip today.
One of Italy’s most important archaeological museums, renowned for treasures from Pompeii and Herculaneum, including mosaics, frescoes, and classical sculpture.
A major fine arts museum in a former Bourbon palace, with works by Caravaggio, Titian, and Farnese collections, plus a large park.
A small but world-famous museum chapel housing the Veiled Christ, celebrated for its extraordinary marble craftsmanship and Baroque symbolism.
The famous straight street cutting through the historic center, lined with churches, palaces, workshops, and nonstop local street life.
Historic lane celebrated for artisan nativity workshops; lively year-round and especially atmospheric during the Christmas season.
Naples’ grand ceremonial square, framed by the Royal Palace and Basilica of San Francesco di Paola, ideal for orientation and photos.
Naples’ iconic wood-fired pizza with a soft, airy crust and simple toppings such as tomato, mozzarella, and basil. It is the city’s most famous culinary tradition.
A classic Neapolitan pizza topped with tomato, garlic, oregano, and olive oil. It is one of the oldest local pizzas and naturally dairy-free.
Spaghetti with clams, olive oil, garlic, and parsley. A beloved coastal pasta dish that reflects Naples’ strong connection to the sea.
Well-known pizzeria on Via dei Tribunali serving traditional Neapolitan pizzas with quality ingredients in a lively atmosphere.
Established modern pizzeria praised for expertly fermented dough and excellent classic toppings. Popular with both locals and visitors.
Historic, no-frills pizzeria famous for classic Margherita and Marinara. One of Naples’ most iconic casual dining experiences.
Naples is generally cheaper than Rome or Milan. Food is good value, while central hotels cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or minimal. Rounding up or leaving EUR 1-2 at cafes is common; 5-10% at restaurants for good service is appreciated, not required.
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