The cheapest and fastest ferries from Santa Marinella to Olbia
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
8 h 15 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Santa Marinella 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 Marinella to Olbia will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Santa Marinella for Olbia on Fri, Nov 07, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct ferries cover the 233 km distance in an average of 8 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest ferries will take 10 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.








Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Santa Marinella to Olbia
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Santa Marinella to Olbia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €46.
Distance: 125 nautical miles (233 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€47 Average price Cheapest | €80 Average price |
8h 35m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Santa Marinella to Olbia Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Tirrenia | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Live departures
Santa Marinella to Olbia ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Santa Marinella to Olbia ferries for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
JANAS | 9:30 PM Port of Civitavecchia | 8h00 | 5:30 AM Port of Olbia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
![]() | 6:30 AM Santa Marinella | 7h00 | 1:30 PM Olbia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Santa Marinella | 8h30 | 4:00 PM Olbia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Santa Marinella | 10h00 | 4:00 AM Olbia | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 PM Santa Marinella | 7h30 | 4:15 AM Olbia | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Santa Marinella to Olbia by ferry or flight
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Offers and deals from Santa Marinella to Olbia
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Santa Marinella to Olbia
Ferries from Santa Marinella to Olbia run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 35m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $37 (€31) if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 02:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest ferry covers the 125 nautical miles (233 km) distance in 5h 30m. There are 9 sailings per week.

Distance 125 nautical miles (233 km) |
Average sailing duration 7h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€31) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 9 |
Fastest ferry 5h 30m |
First ferry 02:00 |
Last ferry 23:00 |
Ferry operators: Grimaldi from Santa Marinella to OlbiaYou can travel by ferry between Santa Marinella to Olbia with Grimaldi for as low as $37 (€31). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Santa Marinella to Olbia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Santa Marinella 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.

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