Piombino → Rio Marina
Piombino to Rio Marina Ferry
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The ferry from Piombino to Rio Marina, on Elba's eastern coast, is operated by Toremar using conventional car ferries. The crossing covers 9.2 nautical miles and takes about 45 minutes, with an average of around 5 sailings a day, roughly doubling in summer.
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
- Approximately 45 minutes
- Distance
- 9.2 nautical miles
- Frequency
- Around 5 daily departures on average, roughly doubling in summer
- Price from
- Around €11 per foot passenger
- Departure port
- Port of Piombino
- Arrival port
- Port of Rio Marina, Elba
- Year-round service
- Yes
- Cabins
- None, this route uses conventional ferries only, no hydrofoils
- Vehicles
- Yes: cars, motorcycles, and campers
- Pets
- Allowed on board
Ferry operator on the Piombino to Rio Marina route
Toremar is the only operator on this route, served exclusively by conventional ferries rather than hydrofoils, meaning you can always bring a vehicle on this particular crossing. Rio Marina is a former mining town on Elba's eastern coast, known for its red-hued cliffs and small-scale charm compared to the busier Portoferraio.
How long is the ferry from Piombino to Rio Marina?
About 45 minutes, covering 9.2 nautical miles.
How much does the Piombino to Rio Marina ferry cost?
A foot-passenger ticket costs around €11. Fares for those travelling with a vehicle are higher and vary by vehicle type and season.
Departure and arrival ports
Ferries depart from the Port of Piombino on the Tuscan mainland and arrive at the Port of Rio Marina, on Elba's eastern coast.
When to book your Piombino to Rio Marina ferry
With around 5 sailings a day on average, doubling in summer, this route offers good flexibility, but book ahead for peak season travel, particularly with a vehicle.
Travel tip: this route always carries vehicles
Unlike some other Toremar routes on Elba that use passenger-only hydrofoils some of the time, Piombino-Rio Marina is served exclusively by conventional ferries, so you can always bring a car on this specific crossing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the crossing take?
About 45 minutes.
How often does this ferry run?
Around 5 times a day on average, roughly doubling during summer.
Can I bring my car?
Yes: this route is served exclusively by conventional car ferries, so vehicles can always be brought on this crossing.
What is Rio Marina like?
A former mining town on Elba's eastern coast, known for its red-hued cliffs, quieter and smaller-scale than Portoferraio.