Ferries from
Italy to Elba
Ferries from
Italy to Elba
Ferries from Italy to Elba are available with 3 operators. There are 4 ferry routes. Ferries from Piombino to Portoferraio and Piombino to Rio Marina are popular ferry trips from Italy to Elba. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Italy to Elba sail approximately 292 times per week and are provided by Blu Navy, Moby Lines & Toremar.
Italy to Elba ferry time ranges between 15 minutes and 1 hour 50 minutes depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship.
The fastest ferry from Italy to Elba is in 15 minutes on the Piombino to Cavo ferry with Toremar.
Yes, you can travel on a car ferry from Italy to Elba with Blu Navy, Moby Lines & Toremar.
The distance between Italy and Elba is 9.8 miles (15.8km) and 8.5 nautical miles.
Italy to Elba ferry prices can vary by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.
The Piombino to Portoferraio ferry ferry sails approximately 200 times weekly with a crossing time of 1 hour.
Piombino to Rio Marina ferry ferries sail about 27 times weekly with a sailing time of 45 minutes.
For the best ferry offers, we recommend booking in advance for the cheapest ferry prices and availability. Visit our special offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts.
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Italy is home to the greatest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world. Together with Greece, it is known as the birthplace of Western culture. Full of high art and monuments, almost every small village in Italy offers a few interesting locations. From the Roman ruins, Byzantine cities and Renaissance masterpieces to cobblestone streets, beautiful churches and wide variety of stunning beaches, Italy is a place that provides rare experiences that can never be overrated. Italy is the ideal departure country for those travelling by ferry with numerous amazing destinations, many of them domestic on offer. With so many miles of coastline and famous islands to choose from, the list of destinations is truly unrivalled. In terms of international travel, Italy is connected to almost all of the countries in the Adriatic Sea as well as featuring numerous links to Greece, Tunisia and Spain. The short island crossings are usually made with small passenger vessels while the longer international journeys are operated by luxurious cruise ferries.
Italy’s third largest island, Elba makes up the majority of the Tuscan Archipelago in the Tyrrhenian Sea. Napoleon’s exile to Elba originally put the island on the map, but today, tourists come here for the incredibly clear and blue waters, stunning beaches and outdoor activities like hiking and mountain biking across the beautiful terrain. Also, as part of the largest marine park in Europe, it’s a great spot for diving, with an abundance of rich sea beds and colourful fish. Some of the top attractions include the numerous archaeological museums, impressive battlements and fortresses and the beautiful former residences of Napoleon, Palazzina dei Mulini. Elba has a few ports in the northwest region, so it’s within easy reach by ferry from mainland Italy and the surrounding islands in the Tyrrhenian Sea. There are plenty of ferry operators to choose from, all offering fast and regular crossings.
