Cavo → Piombino
Cavo to Piombino Ferry
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The ferry from Cavo, on Elba's northeastern coast, to Piombino is operated by Toremar using the Schiopparello Jet hydrofoil. Cavo is the closest point on Elba to Piombino, and the crossing takes just about 15 minutes at cruising speeds of 30 to 35 knots. This is a foot-passenger-only service, cars aren't carried on this specific hydrofoil route.
Monthly sailings and fares
At a glance
Static guide reference. These figures are not current prices or schedules.
- Operator
- Toremar, the only operator on this route
- Crossing time
- About 15 minutes
- Vessel
- Schiopparello Jet hydrofoil, cruising at 30-35 knots
- Frequency
- Several sailings a day, with extra departures added in summer
- Departure port
- Port of Cavo, Elba
- Arrival port
- Port of Piombino
- Year-round service
- Yes
- Cabins
- Not applicable, this is a short hydrofoil hop
- Vehicles
- No: this specific hydrofoil service carries foot passengers only
Ferry operator on the Cavo to Piombino route
Toremar is the only operator on this route, using the Schiopparello Jet, a fast hydrofoil that actually runs as part of a longer service originating in Portoferraio: it calls at Cavo along the way before continuing on to Piombino. Because this is a hydrofoil rather than a conventional ferry, it doesn't carry vehicles, this is strictly a foot-passenger crossing.
How long is the ferry from Cavo to Piombino?
About 15 minutes, making this the fastest connection between Elba and the mainland anywhere in the Toremar network, Cavo is the closest point on the island to Piombino.
How much does the Cavo to Piombino ferry cost?
Toremar doesn't publish a single flat fare for this specific short hop separately from its wider Elba fare structure, confirm the live price when booking.
Departure and arrival ports
Ferries depart from the small port of Cavo, on Elba's northeastern coast, and arrive at the Port of Piombino on the Tuscan mainland.
When to book your Cavo to Piombino ferry
Extra sailings are added in summer, so check the live schedule for your travel dates, especially if you have a specific departure time in mind.
Travel tip: this is the fastest way to reach Piombino from Elba
If speed matters more than bringing a car, Cavo to Piombino is the quickest crossing between Elba and the mainland in the whole Toremar network, at just 15 minutes.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the crossing take?
About 15 minutes, the fastest connection between Elba and the mainland in the Toremar network.
Can I bring my car on this ferry?
No: this specific hydrofoil service carries foot passengers only.
Does this service stop anywhere else?
The Schiopparello Jet hydrofoil actually originates in Portoferraio and calls at Cavo before continuing to Piombino, so if you're boarding at Cavo, you're joining partway through the vessel's route.
Does this ferry run year-round?
Yes, though extra sailings are added in summer to meet higher demand.