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Museo Archeologico Antiquarium Arborense
The city’s main museum, covering Oristano’s archaeology, medieval history, and the Sartiglia festival. Essential for understanding the city.
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Rome to Oristano is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rome to Oristano will cost around $56 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
On Sat, Nov 07, we found 2 ferries from Rome to Oristano, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Nov 07 the direct ferries cover the 395 km distance in an average of 15 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 15 h .
On Sat, Nov 07 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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Ferries from Rome to Oristano run on average 1 times per day, taking around 14h 9m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $52 (€44) if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 213 nautical miles (395 km) distance in 13h 0m.

Distance 213 nautical miles (395 km) |
Average sailing duration 14h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€44) |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Fastest ferry 13h 0m |
First ferry 12:30 AM |
Last ferry 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rome to Oristano.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
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Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 15h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 15h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
The table below shows live departures for Rome to Oristano ferries for today, Friday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:00 PM Rome | 13h00 | 7:00 AM Oristano | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Rome | 13h00 | 8:00 AM Oristano | 0 transfersDirect | |
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The city’s main museum, covering Oristano’s archaeology, medieval history, and the Sartiglia festival. Essential for understanding the city.
Archaeological site museum in nearby Cabras displaying sculptures and finds from ancient Tharros and Mont'e Prama. A major regional highlight.
Museum dedicated to the famous Sartiglia equestrian carnival. It explains costumes, masks, and traditions central to Oristano’s identity.
Elegant central square framed by arcades and historic buildings. It is Oristano’s classic meeting place and the best base for a city walk.
Main pedestrian shopping street through the old center. It is ideal for strolling among historic facades, local shops, and city life.
Historic square beside important civic buildings and churches. It offers a quieter atmosphere and a strong sense of old Oristano.
Crisp fried dough rings from Oristano, made especially for Carnival and festivals. They are a defining local sweet tradition in the city and nearby villages.
Hand-folded semolina pasta from central-western Sardinia, often served with tomato sauce, sausage, or pecorino. It is one of the area's most recognisable traditional pastas.
Thin, crispy Sardinian flatbread baked until dry and crackling. In Oristano it accompanies cheese, cured meats, and meals across the province.
Refined restaurant in Cabras known for lagoon fish, bottarga dishes, and careful local sourcing. Good choice for a more polished meal near Oristano.
Well-known seafood restaurant in nearby Cabras, appreciated for mullet, bottarga, and polished Sardinian cooking in an elegant but relaxed setting.
Established traditional venue in Oristano serving Sardinian classics, grilled meats, and regional wines in a rustic, welcoming atmosphere.
Moderate for Italy. Hotels can rise in summer, but dining and local transit are usually reasonable versus larger tourist cities.
Service is often included or modest. Round up at cafes and taxis; 5-10% is appreciated at restaurants for very good service.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rome to Oristano 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 Oristano, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
