Over 300 homes managed since 2011 in northern Sardinia
Every year we help hundreds of families, couples and groups find the perfect home — with no mistakes and no surprises.
| Departure | Arrival | Estimated Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genoa | Porto Torres | ~10–12 hrs | Classic overnight route — great for families |
| Genoa | Olbia | ~10–12 hrs | High frequency in summer |
| Civitavecchia | Olbia | ~5–8 hrs | Very busy route — overnight or daytime |
| Civitavecchia | Porto Torres | ~8–10 hrs | Useful if you are heading for the north-west |
| Livorno | Olbia | ~8–10 hrs | Great if you are coming from Tuscany |
| Livorno | Golfo Aranci | ~8–10 hrs | Alternative port near Olbia |
| Barcelona | Porto Torres | ~12 hrs | For those coming from Spain or southern France |
| Toulon / Propriano (Corsica) | Porto Torres | Variable | Corsica Ferries — check days and seasonality |
| Piombino | Olbia | ~5–6 hrs | Short route, only in some periods — check departures |
| Company | Main Routes | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|
| Tirrenia | Genoa → Porto Torres / Olbia; Olbia also from Civitavecchia | Extensive network, large ships |
| GNV (Grandi Navi Veloci) | Genoa → Olbia / Porto Torres | Modern ships, good comfort |
| Moby Lines | Genoa, Livorno, Piombino → Olbia; Santa Teresa di Gallura → Bonifacio all year round | High frequency in summer |
| Grimaldi Lines | Civitavecchia, Barcelona → Porto Torres; Livorno → Olbia | Also international connections |
| Corsica Ferries – Sardinia Ferries | Livorno, Civitavecchia → Golfo Aranci; Toulon, Propriano → Porto Torres | Convenient for Golfo Aranci and for those arriving from France or Corsica |
You can compare companies and timetables on the same route directly from our ferry search engine: guests staying in our homes get a reserved discount code. Book the ferry.
Booking early matters even more for the ferry than for flights — cabins sell out fast.
| Departure period | When to book | Risk if you wait |
|---|---|---|
| August 1–25 | At least 4–5 months in advance | Cabins sold out, seats only |
| July | 3–4 months in advance | Limited choice of cabins |
| Late June | 2–3 months ahead | Acceptable but not ideal |
| September | 1–2 months in advance | Low risk |
| Off season | Even last minute | Very low risk |
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When people ask us “how much does the ferry cost?”, the honest answer is: it depends on the route, the date, the cabin and how far ahead you book. We have managed homes in northern Sardinia since 2011 and we follow prices every year: the figures below are only a rough guide based on our experience. You'll only see the real price by running a booking simulation on the company's website.
On the main routes, return trip with an inside cabin, these are roughly the ranges we see most often (in August, if you book late, it can go even higher):
Indicative prices recorded in summer 2026: always check on the company's website.
You'll usually find the lower end of the range by booking very early (during the winter) or travelling outside high season; the upper end is what you pay if you book in May or June for August.
For those travelling without a car, prices drop a lot: in summer 2026, roughly €60–120 return per passenger in a seat, €100–180 with a cabin. But if you then take a car hire in Sardinia for a week, we are talking about another €300–500 in high season. The “saving” of the ferry without a car disappears.
Cabins, pets, meals on board and port fees vary from company to company: always check the summary before you pay. Luggage you carry in your car isn't charged separately, and very young children (usually under 4) often travel free without an allocated seat.
From our website you can book the ferry with the discount code for guests: Book the ferry. And if you send us your dates, we will tell you which route suits the home you have chosen.
For families with children, the overnight ferry with a cabin is almost always what we recommend. We see it work every summer for our guests.
You usually leave in the evening between 20:00 and 23:00, the children have dinner on board (in the restaurant or with something brought from home), then sleep in the cabin bunks. In the morning, between 6:30 and 8:00, you arrive rested, the car is ready to drive off, and you have a full day of holiday ahead. No check-in with babies, no pushchairs to hand over, no hire car to sort out on arrival.
An inside cabin works perfectly well. A cabin with a private bathroom costs €30–50 more, but with small children it's worth every euro: for waking up in the night, for changing nappies without leaving the cabin, for anyone who gets seasick and needs quiet.
If you're setting off from northern or central Italy and taking the ferry from Genoa, Livorno or Civitavecchia: don't drive for 6–8 hours and then board straight away. Breaking the journey with a night in a B&B near the port costs €60–90 and completely changes the quality of your departure. The children arrive rested, you're not exhausted, and boarding is relaxed.
Pyjamas, snacks the children like, a bottle of water each, their favourite cuddly toy, wet wipes. For babies: everything you need for changing. The ships have bars and restaurants, but you spend more on board — better to arrive prepared.
The main companies accept dogs and cats, with a supplement that varies from company to company. There are pet-friendly cabins where your animal can stay with you: they have to be booked and sell out fast in high season. If you're travelling with your dog, it's one of the strongest reasons to choose the ferry over flying.
Holiday homes in northern Sardinia
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