- Must visit
Vatican Museums
World-famous papal museums with the Sistine Chapel, Raphael Rooms, and major classical collections.
Cheapest price on Aug 29
$139
Average ticket price on Aug 29
$200
Fastest journey on Aug 29
6 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
7 h 11 m
Ferries on Aug 29
4
Distance
348 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Sardinia (Island) to Rome 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 Rome will cost around $200 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $139.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 4 ferries from Sardinia (Island) to Rome, including 4 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct ferries cover the 348 km distance in an average of 7 h 11 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest ferries will take 7 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.
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MOBY TOMMY
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GL01Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Sardinia (Island) to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of $70 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $70, while a flight costs an average of $277.
Distance: 187 nautical miles (348 km)
Most popular Ferry | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$70 Average price Cheapest | $277 Average price | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 20m Average total duration 8h 20m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular ferry company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Sardinia (Island) to Rome:
A ferry is $207 (€167) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Sardinia (Island) to Rome costing on average $277 (€224).
Other travel options to Rome take longer:
Ferry takes on average 8h 20m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Tirrenia | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 15h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed |
Operator Tirrenia | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 7h30 | Sailing Days Everyday |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Sun |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 7h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
The table below shows live departures for Sardinia (Island) to Rome ferries for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FLORIO | 11:00 PM Port of Olbia | 7h30 | 6:30 AM Port of Civitavecchia | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
MOBY TOMMY | 12:00 PM Port of Olbia | 7h00 | 7:00 PM Port of Civitavecchia | 0 transfersDirect | |
GLF6 | 12:30 PM Port of Olbia | 6h30 | 7:00 PM Port of Civitavecchia | 0 transfersDirect | |
GL01 | 1:00 PM Porto Torres (Porto Industriale) | 7h45 | 8:45 PM Port of Civitavecchia | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Ferries from Sardinia (Island) to Rome run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 20m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest ferry covers the 187 nautical miles (348 km) distance in 5h 30m. There are 8 sailings per week. Ferries from Sardinia (Island) to Rome are available to foot passengers.



Distance 187 nautical miles (348 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 8 |
Fastest ferry 5h 30m |
First ferry 12:30 AM |
Last ferry 11:45 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Sardinia (Island) to Rome 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 Rome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Sardinia (Island) to Rome ferries use the Port of Olbia to Port of Civitavecchia port pair. Use this guide to compare Sardinia (Island) and Rome ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Port of Olbia is 3 km from Sardinia city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Olbia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Trattoria Da Sara (0.4km), Ristorante Pizzeria L'Ancora (0.7km), Ristorante Da Paolo (0.9km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are multiple ATMs available.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Olbia.
Available at Port of Olbia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Olbia.
Porto Torres (Porto Industriale) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Porto Torres (Porto Industriale): The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Port of Cagliari is 2 km from Sardinia city centre. Public transport options include:
Port of Cagliari has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Ristorante Sa Schironada (0.4km), Ristorante Antica Cagliari (0.6km), Ristorante Luigi Pomata (0.8km)
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Port of Cagliari.
Available at Port of Cagliari: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Port of Cagliari.
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