Ferry Arbatax – Civitavecchia
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Arbatax – Civitavecchia with Grimaldi Lines
Arbatax – Civitavecchia takes you back towards Rome in eight to ten hours. Sailings are infrequent: one or two crossings a week according to the programmes we consulted.
The crossing is shared between meals, rest in the cabin and a walk on deck. On overnight routes, bring warm clothes: the deck is cool even in summer.
Before leaving, check that your return date matches a sailing. Arbatax is far from Cagliari: allow about two hours by road to reach it.
Arbatax – Civitavecchia at a glance
- Company Grimaldi Lines
- Crossing time about 8 to 10 hours
- Sailings two or three sailings a week
- Check-in report to the terminal at the time shown on your ticket
- On board cabins, restaurants, lounges
Indicative information collected in November 2026. Timetables, ships and check-in instructions may change: check them in the search engine and on your ticket before you travel.
Arbatax
Arbatax, on the east coast of Sardinia, is known for its red porphyry rocks, the Rocce Rosse, which plunge into the sea a few steps from the port. The Ogliastra hinterland, with its canyons and hilltop villages, can be explored by car or aboard the little green train that leaves from Arbatax station. The port serves mainly as a departure point for Civitavecchia, with a small number of crossings a week.
Civitavecchia
Sardinia ferries arrive at Civitavecchia in a port that also serves cruise ships, a short walk from the station. Rome is about an hour away by train, with regular departures to Termini station, and the motorway to the capital starts on the edge of town. Allow extra time to leave the terminal in summer, when several ships unload at once.
Ferry Arbatax – Civitavecchia: your questions
How long is the ferry crossing from Arbatax to Civitavecchia?
About 8 to 10 hours at sea. The exact time depends on the ship, the weather and the timetable chosen: it is shown in the search engine on this page.
How many sailings are there between Arbatax and Civitavecchia?
Grimaldi Lines generally offers two or three sailings a week. The programme changes with the seasons: check the dates open in the search engine.
Which company sails from Arbatax to Civitavecchia?
This page covers the crossing run by Grimaldi Lines, the Italian company Grimaldi Lines. No other company currently appears on this route in our search engine.
Can I travel with my vehicle between Arbatax and Civitavecchia?
Yes, the ferry’s garage takes cars, motorhomes and two-wheelers. Give the size of your vehicle when you book.
How do I book a ferry from Arbatax to Civitavecchia?
The simplest way is to use the search engine at the top of the page: select Arbatax and Civitavecchia, add passengers and vehicle, then compare timetables before confirming.
