The cheapest and fastest ferries from Santa Margherita Ligure to Olbia
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
12 h 45 m
Average duration
12 h 45 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
380 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Olbia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Santa Margherita Ligure to Olbia will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Santa Margherita Ligure for Olbia on Tue, Dec 23, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct ferries cover the 380 km distance in an average of 12 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 12 h 45 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 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.


Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Santa Margherita Ligure to Olbia
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Santa Margherita Ligure to Olbia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €20, and a ferry costs an average of €33.
Distance: 205 nautical miles (380 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€35 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest |
14h 8m Average total duration 13h 8m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Santa Margherita Ligure to Olbia ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Margherita Ligure to Olbia ferries for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:00 PM Santa Margherita Ligure | 12h45 | 5:45 AM Olbia | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Santa Margherita Ligure to Olbia
Ferries from Santa Margherita Ligure to Olbia run on average 4 times per day, taking around 13h 8m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $42 (€33) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by flight.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 08:30, the last at 21:30. The fastest ferry covers the 205 nautical miles (380 km) distance in 12h 30m. There are 5 sailings per week.
Distance 205 nautical miles (380 km) |
Average sailing duration 13h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€33) |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 5 |
Fastest ferry 12h 30m |
First ferry 08:30 |
Last ferry 21:30 |
FAQs: Ferry from Santa Margherita Ligure to Olbia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Margherita Ligure to Olbia 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 Olbia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

