Ferry from Olbia to Civitavecchia
- Olbia → Civitavecchia
- Duration6h-8h
- Operated byTirrenia, Grimaldi Lines and GNV
- 2-3 a day
- Fair, honest prices
- Real people, not bots
- Confirm, then pay
- Secure payment
Overview
Ferry from Olbia to Civitavecchia: Haqqi Tours books ferry tickets from Olbia to Civitavecchia, checks the sailings and the cost for your dates and confirms everything by WhatsApp. The ferry from Olbia to Civitavecchia takes about 6 hours with Tirrenia, Grimaldi Lines and GNV on overnight cruise-ferry, 2-3 a day, leaving from Olbia Isola Bianca ferry terminal and arriving at Civitavecchia port. Below we spell out how much the Olbia to Civitavecchia ferry costs and what moves the fare, how to find the cheapest ferry ticket, how to book, what to expect at both ports and on board, how to take a car - then you fill in the form and we message you with the price.
Highlights
- Ferry from Olbia to Civitavecchia in about 6 hours - overnight cruise-ferry
- Operated by Tirrenia, Grimaldi Lines and GNV
- Departs Olbia Isola Bianca ferry terminal, arrives Civitavecchia port
- 2-3 a day - we find the sailing that fits your day
- Cheapest ferry ticket from Olbia to Civitavecchia: every fare and operator checked for the date you travel
- Cars, motorbikes and bicycles carried - let us know the vehicle and we book the space
- Fill out the form - we message you on WhatsApp with sailings and the price, you confirm, the e-ticket is issued
- Haqqi Tours also provides transfers to the port and tours at both ends of the Olbia to Civitavecchia crossing
Full Description
Ferry from Olbia to Civitavecchia at a glance
Everything travellers ask about the ferry from Olbia to Civitavecchia in one place. Tirrenia, Grimaldi Lines and GNV sail the route on overnight cruise-ferry, with a crossing time of about 6 hours, 2-3 a day. Boats leave from Olbia Isola Bianca ferry terminal and arrive at Civitavecchia port. Haqqi Tours can provide the ticket with or without a vehicle, and confirms the sailing, the seats and the cost through WhatsApp before any payment.
- Route: Olbia to Civitavecchia (about 310 km by sea)
- Operator: Tirrenia, Grimaldi Lines and GNV
- Crossing time: about 6 hours
- Vessels: overnight cruise-ferry
- Frequency: 2-3 a day
- Departure port: Olbia Isola Bianca ferry terminal
- Arrival port: Civitavecchia port
- Vehicles: cars and motorbikes carried on the car ferries
- Booking: form on this page, confirmation by WhatsApp, e-ticket by message
The shortest and most popular crossing between Sardinia and the mainland, with day and night sailings from Olbia to the port of Rome; cars and cabins are available.
On board the Olbia to Civitavecchia ferry: seats, cabins, cars and luggage
The ship makes the difference on this route: the conventional ferry has more space, open decks and a steadier ride; the high-speed boat has airline seating and gets you there faster. Both types on this route carry vehicles on some sailings; we tell you which. Children have their own fares, luggage travels free within limits, and pets are accepted on many ships in carriers or kennels.
- Children's fares by age; infants usually free
- Pets accepted on many ships in carriers or kennels - let us know if one is travelling
- Seats: economy, airline-style, lounge and business on the fast boats; deck seats on the slow ferries
- Cabins with beds and showers on overnight sailings - two to four berths
Things to do in Civitavecchia after the ferry
Civitavecchia is the port of Rome, a major cruise and ferry hub about 80 km from the capital. Start with the sights of central Rome, the 16th-century harbour fortress and the seafront promenade, then the covered market and the remains of the ancient harbour. A tip from our desk: Send us your ship name, date and terminal; disembarkation times vary, so the driver tracks your ship and waits at the agreed meeting point.
We offer tours and transfers in Civitavecchia as well as the ferry ticket - one conversation, one plan for the whole trip.
Best time to take the ferry from Olbia to Civitavecchia
The cruise season runs from April to November and peaks from May to October, when several ships may call on the same day; summer is hot in Rome, and weekend traffic on the coastal motorway can be heavy. For the ferry itself, late spring and early autumn bring calm seas, full timetables and reasonable fares; July and August are the busiest and the most expensive, and the windiest weeks can cancel the fast boats. Winter schedules are thinner on many crossings, so we look up before you plan.
Ferry or flight from Olbia to Civitavecchia?
Weighing a flight against the ferry from Olbia to Civitavecchia? Add the airport time at both ends and the transfer from the arrival airport, and the ferry is often as fast door to door - about 6 hours at sea and typically cheaper, with no baggage fees. With a car there is no contest. We book whichever suits you.
Return ferry from Civitavecchia to Olbia
We book the return crossing from Civitavecchia to Olbia just as easily, generally on the same confirmation. Round-trip fares and open returns are cheaper on many operators, so booking both directions together saves money. Tell us the day you want to come back on the form and we send both directions with the cost.
How much does the ferry from Olbia to Civitavecchia cost?
Ferry prices from Olbia to Civitavecchia move with the season and the vessel: the same crossing can cost a fraction on the conventional ferry in April of what the high-speed boat costs on an August weekend. Rather than quote a figure that will be wrong next week, we check the fare for the day you want to sail and send it on WhatsApp before you decide.
The figure we send is the total: passengers, vehicle, seats or cabin and port fees. If a slower sailing an hour later is cheaper, we say so; on this route the conventional ferry is frequently the best value for a family.
Cheapest ferry ticket from Olbia to Civitavecchia: how to pay less
Getting the lowest fare on the ferry from Olbia to Civitavecchia is a matter of vessel, timing and flexibility. Here is how Haqqi Tours finds you a cheap ferry ticket:
- Book early for July, August, Easter and holiday weekends, when sailings sell out and fares rise
- Travel on a weekday - Friday and Sunday sailings carry the highest fares
- Let us know if your dates are flexible; moving by a day frequently changes the fare
- Compare operators - on this route the cheapest company changes with the date
- Price the crossing with and without the car - for two people a rental at the other end is sometimes cheaper
- Book the return with the outbound - open returns and round-trip fares are cheaper on many operators
We answer "what is the cheapest way to get from Olbia to Civitavecchia by ferry?" many times a day; the answer for your date comes back in the WhatsApp chat with the booking ready to confirm.
How to book ferry tickets from Olbia to Civitavecchia with Haqqi Tours
Here is how to book Olbia to Civitavecchia ferry tickets with Haqqi Tours: use the booking form on this page - date, one-way or return, passengers - and send it. Quickly we write to you through WhatsApp with the sailings, the vessel type and the price. Once you confirm and payment is arranged in the same conversation, we issue the ticket and send the e-ticket or boarding reference.
- Step 1 - fill in the form: date, one-way or return, adults and children
- Step 2 - we message you by WhatsApp with the sailings, vessels, seats or cabins and the cost
- Step 3 - you confirm the sailing you prefer and we arrange payment in the same chat
- Step 4 - we issue the e-ticket and send it; we stay in touch until you land in Civitavecchia
Haqqi Tours also provides what happens around the ferry: a private transfer from your hotel to Olbia Isola Bianca ferry terminal with the bags, a driver waiting at Civitavecchia port, and tours in Civitavecchia. Mention it on WhatsApp and it goes on the same confirmation.
Timetable and season of the Olbia to Civitavecchia ferry
The Olbia to Civitavecchia ferry timetable is seasonal: high summer brings the fullest schedule and the earliest sell-outs; spring and autumn have fewer boats and better fares; winter runs a reduced service on many crossings. The crossing itself takes about 6 hours. Tell us the day and we send the sailings, and we flag the ones most exposed to a cancellation in bad weather.
If a sailing is cancelled by the operator for weather, you are rebooked on the next available or refunded; our WhatsApp desk handles that for you on the day.
Departure: Olbia Isola Bianca ferry terminal
Olbia Isola Bianca ferry terminal is where the Olbia to Civitavecchia ferry begins. We tell you whether tickets are scanned at a gate or on board, whether an ID or passport is required, and how early to arrive for your sailing and vessel. On busy summer days the port is crowded, so the margin matters.
- Cafés, kiosks and waiting halls at Olbia Isola Bianca ferry terminal; some fast boats board only minutes before sailing
- Haqqi Tours arranges a private transfer from your accommodation in Olbia to the port on request
- Let us know which gate or terminal your sailing uses - big ports have several
- Foot passengers: at the port 45-60 minutes before departure; vehicles 60-90 minutes
Arrival: Civitavecchia port
You step off at Civitavecchia port, close to The old harbour and the fortress and The town centre around the covered market. Regional trains run from Civitavecchia station to Rome in about an hour to an hour and 20 minutes, and port shuttle buses link the ships with the gate, but there is no direct train to Fiumicino Airport. A private car is the simplest choice on disembarkation day, with luggage, or to reach the airport without changing trains. If you would rather not think about it, we book a driver to meet the ferry and take you to the door of your hotel.
Many passengers continue from Civitavecchia to another island or city. We provide those tickets too, so one WhatsApp conversation covers the whole itinerary.
Why book your Olbia to Civitavecchia ferry ticket with Haqqi Tours
Booking with Haqqi Tours means the ferry ticket from Olbia to Civitavecchia is one message away, not one website away. We compare, we book, we send the ticket, and we stay reachable. Add a transfer or a tour and the whole journey sits on one confirmation. Fill out the form to start.
On board
- Pets accepted on many ships in carriers or kennels
- Vehicles carried on the car deck - book with the car's dimensions
- Cabins with beds and showers on overnight sailings
- Tickets scanned at the gate or on board; keep ID or passport handy on international crossings
- Children's fares by age band; infants usually free
Before you travel
- Arrival at Civitavecchia port - taxis, buses and our drivers at the pier
- Departure from Olbia Isola Bianca ferry terminal - gate and check-in time sent with the ticket
- Assistance for reduced-mobility passengers on request - tell us when booking
- Waiting halls, cafés and kiosks at both ports for early arrivals
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Travellers who want their seat confirmed before the trip
- Island and coastal trips with sea views
Think twice if
- You get seasick easily
- You need door-to-door service — this is a ticket; a private transfer can be added on WhatsApp
Good to know
- Add a transfer at Civitavecchia so a driver meets the ferry with the luggage
- Choose the conventional ferry for the cheapest fare and the steadiest ride
- Give us the car's length and height - vehicle fares depend on them
- Keep passports handy on international crossings - checks are done at the port
- Morning sailings are the calmest and the most reliable in windy weather
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
Can I book a return ferry ticket?
Of course. Tick "return" on the form with both dates; round-trip and open-return fares are cheaper with many companies and we book whichever suits you best.
Is the crossing rough?
Most days it is calm. In windy weeks the fast catamarans move more than the big ferries; morning sailings are usually the smoothest. If you are prone to seasickness let us know and we book the steadier vessel and a seat in the middle of the ship.
How early should I be at Olbia Isola Bianca ferry terminal?
Foot passengers 45 to 60 minutes before sailing, vehicles 60 to 90, earlier on international routes. Some fast boats board ten minutes before departure and do not wait, so we send the exact cut-off with the ticket.
Can I bring a pet?
Pets are accepted on many ships in carriers or kennels, sometimes for a small fee. Let us know and we confirm what applies to your sailing.
What is the cheapest ferry ticket from Olbia to Civitavecchia?
Normally a deck or standard seat on the conventional ferry, booked early on a weekday outside the peak weeks. Give us flexible dates and we search the cheapest Olbia to Civitavecchia sailing across all of them.
Where does the ferry arrive in Civitavecchia?
You dock at Civitavecchia port. Buses and taxis meet every arrival, and a Haqqi Tours driver can wait at the pier with your name if you add a transfer.
Can I take a car on the Olbia to Civitavecchia ferry?
Yes, on the car ferries. Give us the car's length and height through WhatsApp and we book the vehicle space; drivers normally check in 60-90 minutes before sailing.
Do children need a ferry ticket?
Children have their own fare bands; infants typically travel free. Give the ages on the form and we apply the right fares.
Can I choose a seat or a cabin?
Yes, where the ship has classes: airline, lounge or business seats on the fast boats, cabins on overnight sailings. Tell us your preference and we send the cost of each.
Can Haqqi Tours arrange transfers to and from the ports?
Yes - a private car from your hotel to Olbia Isola Bianca ferry terminal and a driver waiting at Civitavecchia port, with room for the luggage, on the same confirmation as the ferry ticket.
Can I change or cancel my ferry ticket?
Rules depend on the shipping line and the fare; many tickets can be changed for a fee, the cheapest cannot. We tell you exactly what applies before you confirm and handle any change through the same chat.
How long is the ferry from Olbia to Civitavecchia?
About 6 hours on the fastest vessels; the conventional ferries take longer where both run. We send the exact times for the sailing you choose.
How do I book ferry tickets from Olbia to Civitavecchia?
Fill in the short form on this page with the date you travel, one-way or return and the number of passengers. Haqqi Tours messages you on WhatsApp with the sailings, vessels and cost; you confirm, we book and send the e-ticket.
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