Cavo → Portoferraio
Cavo to Portoferraio Ferry
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The ferry from Cavo to Portoferraio, both on the island of Elba, is operated by Toremar using the Schiopparello Jet hydrofoil. This route connects Elba's smaller northeastern port with its main town, and 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
- 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 Portoferraio, Elba
- 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 Portoferraio route
Toremar is the only operator on this route, using the Schiopparello Jet hydrofoil, which runs as a single service between Piombino, Cavo, and Portoferraio, the same vessel that connects Piombino to Cavo continues on to Portoferraio, Elba's largest and most animated town. Because this is a hydrofoil rather than a conventional ferry, it doesn't carry vehicles.
How long is the ferry from Cavo to Portoferraio?
This leg is part of a combined Piombino-Cavo-Portoferraio hydrofoil service, which takes around 40 minutes in total from Piombino, including the stop at Cavo, the Cavo-Portoferraio leg specifically is shorter than that total.
How much does the Cavo to Portoferraio ferry cost?
Toremar doesn't publish a single flat fare for this specific leg 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 Portoferraio, Elba's largest and busiest town, with the island's main services and attractions.
When to book your Cavo to Portoferraio 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 an inter-island connection, not a mainland crossing
Both Cavo and Portoferraio are on Elba itself, so this is a handy way to move between two parts of the island by sea rather than driving around the coast, especially if you don't have a car with you.
Frequently asked questions
Can I bring my car on this ferry?
No: this specific hydrofoil service carries foot passengers only.
Is this a crossing to the mainland?
No: both Cavo and Portoferraio are on the island of Elba, so this is an inter-island (technically intra-island) connection.
Does this service connect to Piombino?
Yes: the same hydrofoil that serves this route also connects onward to or from Piombino on the mainland.
Does this ferry run year-round?
Yes, though extra sailings are added in summer to meet higher demand.