Travel to Sardinia from mainland France, mainland Italy and Corsica under the long-established Corsica Ferries / Sardinia Ferries operation.
Choose your mainland or Corsican departure, Sardinia arrival port, dates and passenger details to compare available sailings.
Routes, ports, departure times, vessels and seasonal frequencies can change. Confirm the complete itinerary shown for your selected date before travel.
The name Sardinia Ferries has long been used alongside Corsica Ferries. The company's official history explains that after the acquisition of the Italian operator TTE, Sardinia Ferries joined Corsica Ferries and the yellow-ship network expanded to include crossings between mainland Italy and Sardinia.
Today the official website presents the business as Corsica Ferries / Sardinia Ferries. Current 2026 Sardinia crossings include Toulon, Nice and Sète to Porto Torres, plus Livorno to Golfo Aranci. Route availability varies by date and season.
This page therefore focuses on Sardinia travel rather than treating Corsica Sardinia Ferries as a separate competing company. It complements the broader Corsica Ferries page with route choices that matter most when the island of Sardinia is the destination.
Brand note: Sardinia Ferries and Corsica Ferries are part of the same operating network. Route availability changes by season, so always verify the exact departure date and port combination.
These representative services show the main ways to reach Sardinia under the Corsica Ferries / Sardinia Ferries operation. Seasonal frequency changes, especially outside summer.
A direct western Mediterranean route from southern France to north-west Sardinia, well placed for Alghero, Stintino and the Porto Conte coastline.
Livorno–Golfo Aranci is one of the operator's principal Sardinia links. The official Sardinia route page currently promotes up to two daytime crossings per day from Livorno.
Corsica Ferries currently lists direct Nice–Porto Torres and Sète–Porto Torres services alongside Toulon–Porto Torres. These routes provide French-mainland alternatives for reaching north-west Sardinia without driving through Italy.
This schematic summarises the three representative current route groups described above. It is not a complete network map or timetable; the live operator booking result is definitive.
For planning with Corsica Sardinia Ferries, use the map to compare the representative route groups above, including Toulon–Porto Torres, Livorno–Golfo Aranci, Nice / Sète–Porto Torres. It is most useful for judging which departure or arrival point best fits the rest of the journey rather than as a substitute for the live timetable.
After choosing the most practical route, compare the live Corsica Sardinia Ferries sailing for departure time, calling pattern, passenger requirements and the facilities or accommodation shown for that service. The complete itinerary and arrival location can matter more than a small difference in the headline fare.
Seasonal planning, weather and operational changes can alter departure days, ports and vessels. Use the live booking result for the definitive itinerary before arranging a tight onward connection.
Your best route depends on where you start on the mainland and which part of Sardinia you want to reach after disembarking.
Toulon is a practical French departure for Sardinia, particularly for travellers approaching through Provence or southern France and taking a car or motorhome.
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Livorno is a natural Tuscan gateway for Golfo Aranci and can suit road trips arriving from northern or central Italy without driving farther south.
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Porto Torres is well placed for Alghero, Stintino and north-west Sardinia, making arrival-port choice an important part of the road-trip plan.
Explore ferry destinationsPorto Torres and Golfo Aranci open different sides of northern Sardinia. Compare the onward driving distance, arrival time and your first accommodation before choosing the crossing.
Day and overnight Sardinia sailings can offer several accommodation categories depending on the assigned ferry, crossing length and departure time.
Closed passenger spaces with bookable seating are available on supported Mega Express crossings and provide a straightforward alternative to a private cabin.
Best considered forDay travel and passengers prioritising valueExclusive cabins can be reserved for daytime crossings on suitable sailings, giving a private room for rest, children or a quieter journey away from the main lounges.
Best considered forFamilies and longer daytime crossingsNight sailings can offer inside cabins without a porthole and outside cabins with a sea-facing window. Availability depends on the assigned ferry.
Best considered forOvernight routes to Corsica, Sardinia and the BalearicsSelected ferries offer higher-category accommodation with features such as a double bed, sitting area and television, subject to vessel configuration.
Best considered forCouples and passengers wanting a more private crossingSpecial cabins with practical flooring are offered on many ferries for passengers travelling with dogs. These should be reserved early because the number available is limited.
Best considered forDog owners on longer and overnight sailingsAdapted cabins are available on most ferries for passengers with reduced mobility. Assistance needs should be declared during the reservation.
Best considered forPassengers needing wheelchair-accessible accommodationCheck the departure time before choosing a fare. A cabin that seems unnecessary on a short daytime route can be the most useful purchase on a night sailing that arrives early the following morning.
The larger yellow ferries provide dining, relaxation and family facilities suited to both daytime Sardinia crossings and overnight travel.
Dining concepts include self-service restaurants, brasserie-style meals and casual food choices. The exact outlets depend on the ship.
Coffee, cold drinks, snacks and evening drinks are available in café and bar areas on supported ferries.
Paid Wi-Fi packages are promoted onboard, while mobile coverage at sea can depend on route and distance from the coast.
Onboard boutiques provide travel essentials, gifts and selected retail products, with range varying by vessel and itinerary.
Selected ferries include children's play or game areas, helping families break up longer Mediterranean crossings.
Lounges and open decks provide places to read, rest and enjoy the crossing; some ships also advertise seasonal pool areas.
Images in this section are from FerryEU’s general ferry-travel library and illustrate facility types; they are not presented as photographs of a particular Corsica Sardinia Ferries vessel. Confirm the facilities on the ship assigned to your sailing.
Taking your own vehicle is one of the main advantages of these Sardinia routes. Enter vehicle dimensions accurately and declare pets when booking.
Book the complete vehicle dimensions, including roof boxes, bicycle racks, tow bars and trailers. Incorrect measurements can create a car-deck capacity problem at boarding.
A reservation can contain one car, motorcycle or bicycle as its vehicle. If two passengers each bring a motorcycle or bicycle, separate tickets may be required.
Pets must be declared and paid for in advance. Dogs may use designated onboard areas and suitable pet cabins, while cats and other small pets remain in a carrier.
Request assistance when booking so the port and ship can plan suitable boarding, car-deck positioning and access to lifts or adapted cabins.
Allow enough time for port access and vehicle loading, especially in peak summer periods or at unfamiliar mainland gateways.
Use the correct identity information and vehicle category. Include overall height and length once roof racks, bicycle carriers, trailers or other accessories are fitted.
Review passenger identity details, vehicle information and accommodation, then save or print the boarding pass.
The official minimum is one hour for vehicle passengers, but extra time helps during busy holiday periods, unfamiliar ports or assistance boarding.
Late arrival can lead to refused boarding. Follow any earlier deadline specifically stated on the booking or sailing information.
Passengers without a vehicle should be at the terminal no later than 30 minutes before departure.
The cheapest sailing is not always the most efficient choice. A French departure from Toulon, Nice or Sète can save substantial driving if you are approaching from France, while Livorno is a natural option from Tuscany and northern Italy and Civitavecchia can suit Rome or central Italy.
On Sardinia, Porto Torres favours the north-west and Golfo Aranci the north-east. If your holiday is centred around Alghero or Stintino, Porto Torres can reduce onward driving; for Olbia, Costa Smeralda and the north-east, Golfo Aranci may be more convenient.
Travellers combining Corsica and Sardinia should also compare the direct island-to-island services before routing back through mainland France or Italy.
No. Sardinia Ferries is part of the Corsica Ferries operation. The official company history explains that Sardinia Ferries joined Corsica Ferries after the acquisition of TTE, and current official pages use the combined Corsica Ferries / Sardinia Ferries identity.
Current official Sardinia crossings include Toulon–Porto Torres, Nice–Porto Torres, Sète–Porto Torres and Livorno–Golfo Aranci. Always check the dated crossing list because frequency is seasonal.
The operator asks vehicle passengers to be at the terminal at least one hour before departure and foot passengers at least 30 minutes before departure. Allow extra time in peak periods or when travelling with a large vehicle or requiring assistance.
Yes. Corsica Ferries online check-in opens seven days before departure and can provide a digital boarding pass. Review passenger identity, vehicle details and booked accommodation before completing check-in.
Yes. Cars, motorcycles, camper vans, caravans and trailers can be carried subject to deck capacity. Enter the full vehicle dimensions including roof boxes, racks, tow bars and trailers.
Yes. Suitable sailings can offer day cabins and overnight cabins, including inside, outside, higher-category, pet-friendly and accessible options depending on the assigned ferry.
Yes. Pets must be declared in the booking. Dogs may use designated areas and pet-friendly cabins on supported ships, while cats and other small pets must remain in a suitable carrier. Pets must not stay in vehicles during the crossing.
Porto Torres is convenient for north-west Sardinia, including Alghero and Stintino, while Golfo Aranci is well positioned for the north-east and Costa Smeralda area. Your onward destination can matter more than the shortest sea crossing.
The operator’s current 2026 crossing list used for this audit does not present a direct Corsica–Sardinia passenger route as part of the standard advertised network. Use the live crossing search rather than relying on older route maps or historic services.
The current 2026 crossing list used for this audit identifies Livorno–Golfo Aranci for the Italian-mainland connection. It does not list Civitavecchia–Golfo Aranci as a standard current crossing, so do not plan around older references without checking the live booking system.
Check current mainland and Corsica departure options, dates, cabins and vehicle availability for your Sardinia journey.
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