Italy · The Tuscan mainland's springboard to Elba, Corsica and Sardinia
Toscana ferry routes & schedules
Tuscany's two ferry ports do rather different jobs. Piombino is the short-hop harbour for Elba, minutes across the channel to Napoleon's island of exile, while Livorno sends larger ships across open water to Corsica and Sardinia. Together they cover everything from a day trip to an overnight voyage.
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- 1h 13m
- Avg crossing
About
Ferry travel in Toscana
Piombino and the island of Elba
Piombino is the gateway to Elba, with frequent crossings to Portoferraio, Cavo and Rio Marina. Moby Lines, Toremar and Blu Navy run these short, car-carrying hops that fill up in the Italian summer.
Sailings are frequent in season and thinner in winter — check the operator's timetable, particularly if you are bringing a vehicle on a busy weekend.
Livorno to Corsica and Sardinia
From Livorno the longer routes reach Bastia in Corsica and Olbia and Golfo Aranci in Sardinia, with Corsica & Sardinia Ferries and Grimaldi Lines among the operators. Piombino also has a seasonal crossing to Bastia.
See how these tie into the wider network on the Italy ferry map.
Quays
Ferry quays in Toscana
11 quays with published connections. Open a quay for every route that calls there.
At a glance
Which Toscana crossings run most often?
The busiest published crossings, ranked by number of listed sailings.
| Route | Crossing | Sailings | Operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portoferraio → Piombino | 30m | 21 / wk | 1 |
| Piombino → Portoferraio | 1h | 21 / wk | 4 |
| Porto S.Stefano → Isola Del Giglio | 1h | 14 / wk | 1 |
| Rio Marina → Piombino | 20m | 12 / wk | 1 |
| Piombino → Rio Marina | 45m | 12 / wk | 1 |
| Isola Del Giglio → Porto S.Stefano | 1h | 12 / wk | 1 |
| Isola Di Capraia → Livorno P. Mediceo | 2h 45m | 12 / wk | 1 |
| Piombino → Cavo | 15m | 9 / wk | 1 |
| Cavo → Piombino | 15m | 8 / wk | 1 |
| Livorno P. Mediceo → Isola Di Capraia | 2h 45m | 8 / wk | 1 |
| Rio Marina → Isola Di Pianosa | 1h 35m | 2 / wk | 1 |
| Livorno → Bastia | 4h 30m | 1 / wk | 1 |
Timetables
Ferry routes in Toscana
13 routes departing Toscana.
Piombino3 routes
Livorno2 routes
Rio Marina2 routes
Cavo1 route
Isola Del Giglio1 route
Isola Di Capraia1 route
Livorno P. Mediceo1 route
Porto S.Stefano1 route
Portoferraio1 route
Operators
Who runs the ferries in Toscana?
Travel updates
Latest updates for Toscana
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How do I get to Elba?
Piombino is the main port for Elba, with frequent short crossings to Portoferraio, Cavo and Rio Marina on Moby Lines, Toremar and Blu Navy. The passage takes well under an hour to Portoferraio.
Are there ferries from Tuscany to Sardinia?
Yes. Livorno sails to Olbia and Golfo Aranci in Sardinia, as well as Bastia in Corsica, on lines including Corsica & Sardinia Ferries and Grimaldi Lines.
Can I take a car to Elba?
Yes, the Piombino–Elba ferries are car ferries. In summer and on weekends they get busy, so booking vehicle space in advance is wise.
How many ferry routes are there in Toscana?
Toscana has 15 ferry and express-boat connections across 11 quays. Each route page lists the timetable, crossing time and operator.
Who operates ferries in Toscana?
Boat and ferry services in Toscana are run by 4 operators, including Blu Navy, Corsica & Sardinia Ferries, Moby Lines and Toremar. Most are part of Italy's county public-transport network.
How long are ferry crossings in Toscana?
Across Toscana's active crossings the average sailing takes about 1h 13m, while the longest runs roughly 10h. Each route page shows the exact duration.
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Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated August 9, 2026.