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Parco Archeologico Nuraghe S'Ortali 'e Su Monti
An open-air archaeological area with reconstructed huts and ancient remains, useful for understanding local prehistory near Arbatax.
Cheapest price on Sep 21
$45
Average ticket price on Sep 21
$61
Fastest journey on Sep 21
10 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 21
11 h 38 m
Ferries on Sep 21
4
Distance
501 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Genoa to Arbatax is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Genoa to Arbatax will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $45.
On Mon, Sep 21, we found 4 ferries from Genoa to Arbatax, including 4 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 21 the direct ferries cover the 501 km distance in an average of 11 h 38 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 10 h 45 m .
On Mon, Sep 21 the slowest ferries will take 12 h 45 m 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.
GNV Sirio
Rhapsody
RUBATTINO
MOBY AKI
GNV Sirio
MOBY AKI
RUBATTINO
RhapsodyOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Arbatax among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $83 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $83, while a flight costs an average of $343.
Distance: 270 nautical miles (501 km)
| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
$83 Average price Cheapest | $343 Average price |
13h 25m Average total duration 12h 25m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular ferry company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Genoa to Arbatax:
A ferry is $260 (€213) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Genoa to Arbatax costing on average $343 (€280).
Other travel options to Arbatax take longer:
Ferry takes on average 12h 25m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 10h45 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 12h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri, Sun |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 13h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri |
Operator Tirrenia | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Tirrenia | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 12h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Sun |
Operator Tirrenia | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:15AM | Duration 12h45 | Sailing Days Fri |
The table below shows live departures for Genoa to Arbatax ferries for today, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GNV Polaris | 7:00 PM Port of Genoa | 14h00 | 9:00 AM Port of Porto Torres | 0 transfersDirect | |
GNV Altair | 7:00 PM Port of Genoa | 12h45 | 7:45 AM Port of Olbia | 0 transfersDirect | |
MOBY ORLI | 8:30 PM Port of Genoa | 13h00 | 9:30 AM Port of Olbia | 0 transfersDirect | |
MOBY WONDER | 9:30 PM Port of Genoa | 11h00 | 8:30 AM Port of Porto Torres | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ferries from Genoa to Arbatax run on average 4 times per day, taking around 12h 25m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:45, the last at 21:30. The fastest ferry covers the 270 nautical miles (501 km) distance in 11h 0m. There are 1 sailings per week. Ferries from Genoa to Arbatax are available to foot passengers.



Distance 270 nautical miles (501 km) |
Average sailing duration 12h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 11h 0m |
First ferry 7:45 AM |
Last ferry 9:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Most Genoa to Arbatax ferries use the Port of Genoa to Port of Olbia port pair. Use this guide to compare Genoa and Arbatax ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Genoa is 1 km from Genoa city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Genoa has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Trattoria dell'Acciughetta (0.3km), Soho Restaurant & Fish Work (0.5km), Eataly Genova (0.7km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Genoa.
Available at Port of Genoa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Port of Genoa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Genoa.