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How to get from Genoa to Olbia by ferry ?

Looking for the perfect Genoa to Olbia ferry ticket? You've come to the right place. Taking a ferry from Genoa to Olbia is a convenient and enjoyable way to travel.

We know that planning a ferry trip from Genoa to Olbia can be stressful, so we do our best to make your Genoa to Olbia ferry booking as quick and easy as possible.

With Vivanoda, our easy to use platform, you can compare prices, routes and services of different ferry companies like Grimaldi Lines, Moby Lines, Tirrenia di Navigazione or Grandi Navi Veloci. This way you can find the best deal on a Genoa Olbia ferry ticket to suit your needs and budget, whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with your family.

Most Tirrenia di Navigazione, Moby Lines or Grandi Navi Veloci ships offer on-board facilities such as cabins, restaurants, shops, Wi-Fi and more. Often they also offer facilities for people with reduced mobility.

To find the best deals on ferries from Genoa to Olbia simply enter your travel dates and start your search on Vivanoda.

Genoa to Olbia Ferry Information

Port of departure
Genoa
Italy
Liguria
Port of Arrival
Olbia
Italy
Sardinia
Distance
243 mi
Ferry Companies
Grimaldi Lines, Moby Lines, Tirrenia di Navigazione, Grandi Navi Veloci
Frequency of crossings
3 crossings a day
Minimum crossing time
9 hours 55 min
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Ferry Genoa Olbia: Fares, Timetables and Duration

To travel by ferry from Genoa to Olbia, you'll find tickets range from £23 for one person if you're travelling without a car to £527 if you're travelling with your car. The average price we've seen on the Genoa to Olbia route is £104. The average ferry crossing time from Genoa to Olbia is 11 hours 4 min. The slowest ferries will take 12 hours 30 min to reach Olbia, while the fastest boats will arrive in Olbia in 10 hours. The first ferry leaves the port of Genoa at 09:00. The last boat to Olbia leaves the port of Genoa at 21:30.

Average price of a Genoa to Olbia ferry crossing
£104
Price range of ferries Genoa Olbia (Lowest price for 1 passenger and highest price for 1 passenger and a car)
£23 - £527
Average crossing time Genoa Olbia
11 hours 4 min
Departure time of first ferry to Olbia
09:00
Time last ferry leaves for Olbia
21:30
Arrival time of first ferry to Olbia
05:30
Arrival time of last ferry to Olbia
20:30

Why travel by ferry from Genoa to Olbia?

Whether you're travelling alone, as a couple or with the family, a Genoa to Olbia ferry can be a convenient and enjoyable option for getting to Olbia. Here are 3 reasons why we think a ferry from Genoa to Olbia is an ideal way to travel.

For a caring staff
Every minute of the Genoa-Olbia crossing, from embarkation in the port of Genoa to disembarkation in Olbia, qualified and smiling Tirrenia di Navigazione, Moby Lines or Grandi Navi Veloci staff are at your disposal to ensure you have a pleasant time. You can find an 'information point' on the ship, mostly on the main deck.
So you don't have to worry about the amount of luggage
One piece of luggage is free, all the others have to be paid for. This is often the formula used when we travel with other modes of transport, which very often leads to a significant increase in the bill. For the Genoa to Olbia crossing, as long as all your luggage is contained in your car, no supplement is required. If you are travelling without a car, then you will be restricted in your movements throughout the journey to Olbia. However, it is advisable to ask the crew of Tirrenia di Navigazione, Moby Lines or Grandi Navi Veloci, as luggage lockers are often provided for passengers to store their luggage during the crossing.
Because it's the ideal way to travel with your family!
Travelling by ferry is simply the ideal way to travel between Genoa and Olbia when you are with your family and especially with children. Everything is simpler. As soon as you leave Genoa, imagine your children exploring the ship, spending long periods playing in the children's play areas or in the video games and arcades (for teenagers), watching the latest films in the cinema, sharing a family meal in the restaurant, or marvelling at a magic show or other countless activities. Your children will remember the Genoa to Olbia ferry trip for a long time.

Which companies operate between Genoa and Olbia?

If you want to travel between Genoa and Olbia by ferry, there are a number of companies to choose from including Tirrenia di Navigazione, Moby Lines or Grandi Navi Veloci who run regular services between the two cities. You can find out more about the different shipping companies on this route and their departure times here.

Tirrenia di Navigazione Genoa Olbia
Tirrenia di Navigazione
Tirrenia di Navigazione is a ferry company based in Cagliari, Sardinia. Founded in 1946, it offers crossings to several destinations in Italy and Sardinia. On Vivanoda, you can compare Genoa-Olbia fares and book a Tirrenia di Navigazione ticket between Genoa and Olbia. Tirrenia di Navigazione operates 4 crossings a week to Olbia from Genoa and the journey time is 9 hours 55 min. More information about Tirrenia di Navigazione
9 hours 55 min
4 crossings a week
Moby Lines Genoa Olbia
Moby Lines
Moby Lines is an Italian ferry company that has been serving Sardinia and Corsica from Italy since 1959. How do I book a Moby Lines Genoa Olbia crossing? By using Vivanoda and its multi-transport search engine! On Vivanoda, you can compare Genoa-Olbia fares and book a Moby Lines ticket between Genoa and Olbia. Moby Lines operates 12 crossings a week to Olbia from Genoa and the journey time is 10 hours 30 min. More information about Moby Lines
10 hours 30 min
12 crossings a week
Grandi Navi Veloci Genoa Olbia
Grandi Navi Veloci
Grandi Navi Veloci is an Italian company and one of the leaders in passenger transport in the Mediterranean. It serves Italy (Sicily and Sardinia), Spain, Tunisia, Algeria, France and Morocco. On Vivanoda, you can compare Genoa-Olbia fares and book a Grandi Navi Veloci ticket between Genoa and Olbia. Grandi Navi Veloci operates 4 crossings a week to Olbia from Genoa and the journey time is 12 hours 20 min. More information about Grandi Navi Veloci
12 hours 20 min
4 crossings a week

Where do the ferries leave from in Genoa? Where do the boats arrive in Olbia?

Port of departure in Genoa

Tirrenia di Navigazione, Moby Lines or Grandi Navi Veloci ferries depart for Olbia from the following ports in Genoa:

Ponte Assereto
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Port of arrival in Olbia

Grandi Navi Veloci, Moby Lines or Tirrenia di Navigazione ships arrive in Olbia from the following ports:

Olbia
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FAQ (FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS)

If you take a ferry from Genoa to Olbia, it will take you at least 9 hours 55 min to cover the 243 mi between Genoa and Olbia.

This often depends on the season (there are fewer crossings between Genoa and Olbia in winter) and the ferry company (Tirrenia di Navigazione, Moby Lines and Grandi Navi Veloci). There are currently 3 crossings a day between Genoa and Olbia.

There are 3 ferry companies operating between Genoa and Olbia: Tirrenia di Navigazione, Moby Lines and Grandi Navi Veloci.

Yes, absolutely, direct crossings are offered by Grimaldi Lines, Moby Lines, Tirrenia di Navigazione, Grandi Navi Veloci.

Before booking, compare the prices of Grimaldi Lines, Moby Lines, Tirrenia di Navigazione, Grandi Navi Veloci on our website Vivanoda. Then book the crossing of your choice easily and securely on our partner's website.

If you want to change or cancel your Genoa Olbia ferry booking, you can do so easily by contacting our partner who manages your booking. Please note that, depending on the fare conditions, some tickets are non-refundable or non-changeable. It is important to take this into account when booking your ticket.

During your crossing between Genoa and Olbia, you will travel 243 mi.

To go by boat from Genoa to Olbia, you can find prices ranging from £23 for the lowest, to £527 for the highest. The average price we observed was £104.

The first ferry leaves Genoa at 09:00 for Olbia.

The last ferry to Olbia usually departs from Genoa at 21:30.

Your Genoa to Olbia ferry experience

If this is your first time on a ferry, it is not easy to imagine what a Genoa to Olbia sea crossing is like. We will therefore describe this unique travel experience, from embarkation in Genoa to disembarkation in Olbia, in order to help you better project yourself into the maritime world of Grimaldi Lines, Moby Lines, Tirrenia di Navigazione and Grandi Navi Veloci. You can also find some tourist and practical information about Genoa and Olbia.

Boarding in Genoa

Before your Genoa Olbia ferry journey begins, here are the few steps to embark:

  • Arrival time in Genoa port / You should arrive at the Genoa ferry terminal within the time limit set by Tirrenia di Navigazione, Moby Lines or Grandi Navi Veloci. After this period, the company is entitled to refuse you boarding.
  • Checking in for the Genoa Olbia crossing / In Genoa, present your identity papers (passport or CNI) and the booking number at the Grandi Navi Veloci, Moby Lines or Tirrenia di Navigazione ticket offices at the Genoa ferry terminal. By car, the process is the same, but directly from the boarding lanes. You remain in your vehicle.
  • Boarding the ferry to Olbia / Information messages are broadcast in the Genoa ferry terminal to invite you to board. By car, follow the instructions of Tirrenia di Navigazione, Moby Lines or Grandi Navi Veloci staff to board and park your vehicle on board.

Genoa to Olbia crossing: on board the ship...

On Grandi Navi Veloci, Moby Lines or Tirrenia di Navigazione ships, there is something for everyone. While some people will be inclined to relax in a cosy lounge, others will be keen to shop in the boutiques or eat at the self-service restaurant.

Ferry arrival in Olbia

Finally you will find some information for the arrival of the ferry in Olbia:

  • The ferry enters Olbia Harbour / You will only be allowed access to the garage once the boat is moored. There is no need to rush. Instead, enjoy the arrival in Olbia harbour from the deck of the boat.
  • Vacate your cabin. / If you have travelled from Genoa to Olbia in the comfort of a cabin, you will need to vacate your cabin approximately half an hour before arrival in Olbia.
  • Leave the ship and Olbia is yours / You can get your car out of the ferry's huge garage relatively quickly, once the doors are open. Pedestrian passengers get off the boat even faster. The customs staff at Olbia harbour can give you a check. Finally, leave the port and Olbia is waiting for you!

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