- Must visit
Galata Museo del Mare
Major maritime museum with immersive galleries on ships, trade, migration, and navigation. Essential for understanding Genoa’s seafaring legacy.
Cheapest price on Aug 31
$122
Average ticket price on Aug 31
$169
Fastest journey on Aug 31
11 h
Average journey duration on Aug 31
12 h 26 m
Ferries on Aug 31
4
Distance
390 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Olbia to Genoa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Olbia to Genoa will cost around $169 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $122.
On Mon, Aug 31, we found 4 ferries from Olbia to Genoa, including 4 direct services.
On Mon, Aug 31 the direct ferries cover the 390 km distance in an average of 12 h 26 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 11 h .
On Mon, Aug 31 the slowest ferries will take 13 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 ALLEGRA
GNV Altair
RUBATTINO
MOBY AKI
MOBY AKI
RUBATTINO
GNV ALLEGRA
GNV AltairOmio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Olbia to Genoa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $68 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the ferry is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $68, while a flight costs an average of $146.
Distance: 210 nautical miles (390 km)
Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
$68 Average price Cheapest | $146 Average price |
14h 12m Average total duration 13h 12m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 1h 14m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Olbia to Genoa:
A ferry is $72 (€58) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Olbia to Genoa costing on average $149 (€121).
Other travel options to Genoa take longer:
Ferry takes on average 13h 13m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Fri |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 12h45 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 13h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 12h45 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 13h45 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Tirrenia | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Gnv | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 12h31 | Sailing Days Tue, Sun |
The table below shows live departures for Olbia to Genoa ferries for today, Sunday, August 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Excelsior | 7:00 PM Port of Porto Torres | 13h30 | 8:30 AM Port of Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
MOBY ORLI | 8:30 PM Port of Olbia | 13h00 | 9:30 AM Port of Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
MOBY WONDER | 9:30 PM Port of Porto Torres | 10h00 | 7:30 AM Port of Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
RHAPSODY | 11:59 PM Port of Olbia | 12h31 | 12:30 PM Port of Genoa | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Ferries from Olbia to Genoa run on average 3 times per day, taking around 13h 12m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by flight.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:30. The fastest ferry covers the 210 nautical miles (390 km) distance in 10h 30m. There are 16 sailings per week. Ferries from Olbia to Genoa are available to foot passengers.




Distance 210 nautical miles (390 km) |
Average sailing duration 13h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 16 |
Fastest ferry 10h 30m |
First ferry 12:30 AM |
Last ferry 11:30 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Genoa — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Genoa trip today.
Major maritime museum with immersive galleries on ships, trade, migration, and navigation. Essential for understanding Genoa’s seafaring legacy.
Celebrated art museum in a UNESCO palace, showing European paintings from medieval to baroque periods in elegant historic interiors.
Historic palace museum with frescoed rooms, portraits, and decorative arts. A cornerstone of Genoa’s civic collections on Via Garibaldi.
UNESCO avenue lined with splendid Renaissance and Baroque palaces. Genoa’s grandest street and the city’s essential architectural walk.
Historic old port redeveloped with promenades, museums, and harbor views. A lively base for walking, sightseeing, and modern Genoa culture.
Large central square framed by civic buildings and the famous fountain. A classic meeting point and key stop between the center and old town.
Liguria's iconic flatbread made with chickpea flour, water, olive oil, and salt. Crisp outside and soft inside, it is a classic Genoese street food.
Fresh basil sauce from Genoa made with basil, pine nuts, garlic, Parmigiano, pecorino, and olive oil. It is the city's most famous pasta condiment.
Hand-shaped twisted pasta traditionally served with pesto, green beans, and potatoes. This combination is a hallmark of home-style Genoese cooking.
Elegant Michelin-starred dining in the old harbor area, known for refined Ligurian seafood tasting menus and polished contemporary service.
Historic traditional restaurant in the old town serving classic Genoese dishes, pesto, and seafood in a warm, established setting.
Popular casual spot famed for farinata and other wood-fired Ligurian street foods. Simple atmosphere, central location, and long local following.
Moderate for Italy: hotels can be pricey in peak season, but dining and local transit are reasonable for most tourists.
Service is often included or modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; taxis are usually rounded up; small change is enough in cafes.
Olbia is a beautiful city featuring an exciting old part of the city with a beautiful granite church, Roman baths, and several other historic buildings. Making your way to the city is easy. The Olbia–Genoa ferry provides transport services allowing you to make your trip to the alluring sardinian city in maximum comfort. The Olbia–Genoa route connects Sardinia with Italy, and is currently run by three ferry companies: Moby Lines, Tirrenia and Grandi Navi Veloci. There are daily departures available on any given date.
The Olbia–Genoa route has a total of 21 sailings per week by three ferry companies. Moby Lines has 12 sailings weekly with a duration of 10 hours and 30 minutes, while Tirrenia offers five weekly sailings with a duration of 9 hours and 59 minutes. GNV has the least number of sailings per week with only four, and the crossing takes 11 hours and 15 minutes. It is advisable to check the online timetable to confirm the exact time and frequencies as this information is bound to change with the seasons.
Genoa has its main ferry terminal located in the Calata Chiappella. The wheelchair-friendly terminal building is close to all the main means of transport out of the port. One can get to the port via motorways A7 and A26 from the northern side and motorway A12 on the eastern side. From the west, a traveler can get to the port via motorway A10. There is bus at the port and the airport is close to motorway A10. Genoa port has two rail terminals (Genova Prinicipe and Genova Brignole) that offer services to those who wish to travel by train.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Olbia to Genoa by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Genoa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Olbia to Genoa ferries use the Port of Olbia to Port of Genoa port pair. Use this guide to compare Olbia and Genoa 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.
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