The cheapest and fastest ferries from Sardinia (Island) to Florence
Cheapest price
$35
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
9 h
Ferries per day
4
Distance
441 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Sardinia (Island) to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sardinia (Island) to Florence will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $35.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Sardinia (Island) for Florence on Thu, Jan 15, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 15 the direct ferries cover the 441 km distance in an average of 9 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h .
On Thu, Jan 15 the slowest ferries will take 9 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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MOBY LEGACYTravel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Sardinia (Island) to Florence
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Sardinia (Island) to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €24.
Distance: 238 nautical miles (441 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
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€34 Average price Cheapest | €104 Average price |
10h 5m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Sardinia (Island) to Florence Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Operator Moby Lines | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Wed, Thu |
Live departures
Sardinia (Island) to Florence ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Sardinia (Island) to Florence ferries for today, Wednesday, January 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CORSICA FERRIES | 7:30 PM Golfo Aranci | 10h30 | 6:00 AM Port of Livorno | 0 transfersDirect | |
MOBY LEGACY | 9:00 PM Port of Olbia | 9h00 | 6:00 AM Port of Livorno | 0 transfersDirect | |
GLEF | 9:00 PM Port of Olbia | 9h00 | 6:00 AM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
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MOBY FANTASY | 9:00 AM Port of Olbia | 9h00 | 6:00 PM Port of Livorno | 0 transfersDirect | |
GLE5 | 9:30 AM Port of Olbia | 9h00 | 6:30 PM Florence | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Offers and deals from Sardinia (Island) to Florence
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Sardinia (Island) to Florence
Ferries from Sardinia (Island) to Florence run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 5m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 238 nautical miles (441 km) distance in 7h 10m. There are 28 sailings per week. Ferries from Sardinia (Island) to Florence are available to foot passengers.



Distance 238 nautical miles (441 km) |
Average sailing duration 9h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 28 |
Fastest ferry 7h 10m |
First ferry 07:15 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Sardinia (Island) to Florence start from as low as $21 (€17) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $42 (€34) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 4 daily trains from Sardinia (Island) to Florence with 4 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 7h 10m but the average duration is 9h 5m
Train Operators
- Travel from Sardinia (Island) to Florence with Grimaldi, Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries, and Moby Lines
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Grimaldi.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Port of Olbia and arrive in Port of Livorno
- First train typically departs at 07:15 AM and the last at 11:55 PM
Ferry operators: Grimaldi, Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries, Moby Lines from Sardinia (Island) to FlorenceYou can travel by ferry between Sardinia (Island) to Florence with Grimaldi, Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries, Moby Lines for as low as $21 (€17). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries
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FAQs: Ferry from Sardinia (Island) to Florence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sardinia (Island) to Florence 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 Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Sardinia (Island) to Florence
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Trattoria Da Sara (0.4km)
- Ristorante Pizzeria L'Ancora (0.7km)
- Ristorante Da Paolo (0.9km)
- Main companies are Radiotaxi Olbia and Taxi Gallura.
- Free
- Bus Line 10, Stop: Via Genova
- 06:00 - 22:00 Monday - Sunday
- Free WiFi
- Ristorante La Spigola (0.2km)
- Ristorante Pizzeria La Vecchia Marina (0.4km)
- Ristorante Il Pescatore (0.6km)
- Main companies are Radiotaxi Golfo Aranci and Sardinia Taxi.
- Free
- Bus Line 1, Stop: Golfo Aranci Porto
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