Ferry from Genoa to Porto Torres (Sardinia)

Tickets, Prices & Schedules

Ferries between Genoa and Porto Torres, in Sardinia, operate throughout the year with daily connections. Find updated info, compare ferry timetables, companies and prices, and book your ferry tickets on Ferryhopper with no hidden fees.

Discounts

Toddlers and children up to 3 or 4 years old can travel from Genoa to Porto Torres for free. There are also discount tickets (30% or 50% off) for children up to 11 years old.

As for Sardinia residents, they are entitled to a discount of 75% or more. To get the resident discount when booking on Ferryhopper, just enter your ID or passport number.

On-board services and amenities

Thanks to the various amenities provided by the 2 companies on board Genoa to Porto Torres ferries, you can enjoy a comfortable and relaxing trip.

On board the ferries, there you can find à la carte restaurants, snack bars, as well as self-service restaurants with a wide range of meal options, including classic Mediterranean dishes. Relax at the sundeck with an aperitif or inside the air-conditioned ship lounges, buy goods and gifts at the ferries’ shops, enjoy a live music show, and have fun with the kids in the play areas and video-game rooms.

On the Moby Wonder (Tirrenia), you can even take a swim at the ferry’s outdoor pool.

Wi-Fi access

There is Internet access available on all ferries traveling to Porto Torres from Genoa. There are paid Wi-Fi packages that you can purchase on most ferries, or even get free Wi-Fi access on the Moby Wonder ferry when traveling with Tirrenia.

Ferry luggage

Each ferry company operating on the Genoa to Porto Torres ferry route has its own luggage policy:

  • On GNV ferries, you can bring up to 2 pieces of luggage on board.
  • As for the ferry company Tirrenia, passengers are allowed to carry 1 piece of luggage weighing up to 20 kg

Cabins and accommodation

Conventional ferries that operate Genoa - Porto Torres ferry route offer cabins for a comfortable trip. There are several types of cabins available: from exclusive internal or external (with a window) cabins, to suites, pet-friendly cabins, and accessible cabins for people with disabilities. With GNV, you can even book a bed in a shared cabin (male or female).

Here are some indicative cabin prices:

  • A bed in a shared cabin starts at €55
  • A 1-bed cabin starts at around €57 
  • Α 2-bed cabin starts at around €57
  • Α 3-bed cabin starts at around €59
  • Α 4-bed cabin starts at around €82

When it comes to suites, there are various options available, including different services and amenities, such as private bathroom, double bed, sofa bed, minibar, TV, air-conditioning, sea view, and phone. Some of them also include a late check-out option. Suite prices normally start at over €200.

Keep in mind that you can still choose between deck or armchair passage accommodation. Numbered airplane-type seats start at around €30.

Traveling with pets

On the GNV and Tirrenia ferries that operate the connection from Genoa to Porto Torres, you can bring your pet on board for an additional fee, ranging between €14 and €28.

Make sure to include your pet in the reservation and fill out the appropriate information as you book your tickets.

A carrier or cage is required for small pets. As for larger pets, they must have a muzzle and be on a leash. You can also book a pet-friendly cabin, with prices starting at around €90, or a kennel for your pet.

Useful tips for your ferry trip to Porto Torres from Genoa

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip from Genoa to Porto Torres:

  • For a comfortable trip, we suggest you book a cabin, relax and enjoy your trip to Porto Torres. Also, it’s better to book your cabin in advance as it is really busy during the high season.
  • Also check out the Porto Torres - Genoa ferry route, and plan your return trip from Sardinia with ease.
  • You can also catch the ferry from Genoa to Olbia, and explore the old part of the city and the archaeological sites of northern Sardinia!
  • Discover all active Sardinia ferry schedules and plan your trip hassle-free on Ferryhopper.

Where to take the ferry from Genoa to Porto Torres

Ferries to Porto Torres depart from the port of Genoa. It’s one of the busiest ports in Italy and it is located very close to the city center. 

Ferries from Genoa to Porto Torres depart from the Piazzale Iqbal Masih pier that you can easily reach by taking the bus or the subway. Also, near the port of Genoa, you can find parking lots, restaurants, shops, and supermarkets.

How long is the ferry ride from Genoa to Porto Torres?

The Genoa - Porto Torres ferry time takes between 10 hr 30 min and around 14 hr, depending on the ferry operator and the crossing.

The route is direct and includes no intermediate stops.

Genoa - Porto Torres ferry companies

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FAQs

Bear in mind that when you book your Genoa - Porto Torres ferry with either GNV or Tirrenia on Ferryhopper, you need to pick up your printed tickets from the companies’ collection points at the port before the trip in order to board the ferry.

On Tirrenia ferries, you should show up at the port at least 2 hr in advance if you are transporting your vehicle, and at least 30 min before departure if you are traveling as a foot passenger. As for Sardinia trips with GNV, you should arrive at the port 2 hr in advance if you are bringing along a vehicle, and 1 hr in advance if you are a foot passenger.

Ferry prices for the Genoa - Porto Torres route normally don’t depend on the day of the week, but on the season and demand. This means that, if you wish to travel in August or on a busy weekend, prices are likely to be higher than, for example, on a working day in May.

Yes, motor vehicles are allowed on the conventional ferries serving the Genoa - Porto Torres route, as they are equipped with large car decks. This means that you can easily bring along your car, motorcycle, scooter, motorhome, camper, van, or bicycle.

  • Car tickets for this route start at around €45
  • Motorcycle tickets start at about €21
  • Camper / motorhome tickets start at around €134

Prices may vary depending on the season, the company and the crossing.

Keep in mind that many ferry operators offer discounts for vehicles throughout the year. So how about a camper trip to discover Sardinia?

The connection from the port of Genoa to Porto Torres is operated by conventional ferries. The fastest ferry from Genoa to Porto Torres takes about 10 hr 30 min.

The distance between the port of Genoa and Porto Torres is 214 nautical miles (approximately 446 km).

Most crossings from Genoa to Porto Torres are overnight.

Usually, the earliest ferry to Porto Torres leaves from the port of Genoa around 19:00, arriving at 08:45 the next day. The latest ferry departs at 21:00, arriving in Porto Torres at 07:30 the next morning.

Occasionally, there is also a morning ferry departing at 09:00 and a midnight departure.

Find detailed answers to all your questions about ferry ticket changes, cancellations and refunds.

Remember that you can also use Ferryhopper's online booking modification service, available with certain ferry companies.