{"id":9776,"date":"2025-12-09T19:09:30","date_gmt":"2025-12-09T18:09:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/?page_id=9776"},"modified":"2026-02-28T17:22:13","modified_gmt":"2026-02-28T16:22:13","slug":"where-to-find-ferry-timetables-and-fares-for-elba-island","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/en\/where-to-find-ferry-timetables-and-fares-for-elba-island\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to Find Ferry Timetables and Fares for Elba\u00a0Island"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/smartbooking.hotelnet.biz\/home\/main?hotel=7923&amp;channel=0000&amp;lingua=GB\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/super-offers-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9624\" style=\"width:500px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/super-offers-2.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/super-offers-2-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/super-offers-2-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/super-offers-2-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/super-offers-2-87x87.png 87w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>P.S. For updated services and prices, please contact the individual business directly.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Introduction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Elba is a Tuscan jewel just 10&nbsp;km from the mainland. Its golden beaches, coastal paths, historic villages and clear waters attract visitors from around the world. This guide answers the most common question for travellers\u2014<em>\u201cWhere can I find ferry timetables and fares for Elba Island?\u201d<\/em>\u2014with a series of Q&amp;As, summary tables and practical tips. It also highlights <strong>Hotel&nbsp;Giardino<\/strong> in Lacona as a convenient base for exploring the island .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Choose Hotel&nbsp;Giardino in&nbsp;Lacona<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"6521\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hotel-giardino-304-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Ingresso Hotel Giardino\" class=\"wp-image-6521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hotel-giardino-304-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hotel-giardino-304-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hotel-giardino-304-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hotel-giardino-304-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hotel-giardino-304-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hotel-giardino-304.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"6519\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hotel-giardino-316-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Giardino dell'Hotel\" class=\"wp-image-6519\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hotel-giardino-316-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hotel-giardino-316-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hotel-giardino-316-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hotel-giardino-316-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hotel-giardino-316-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/hotel-giardino-316.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"6303\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-34-camera-214-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Camera Hotel Giardino\" class=\"wp-image-6303\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-34-camera-214-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-34-camera-214-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-34-camera-214-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-34-camera-214-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-34-camera-214-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-34-camera-214-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-34-camera-214.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"6302\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-81-camera-217-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Camera Hotel Giardino\" class=\"wp-image-6302\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-81-camera-217-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-81-camera-217-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-81-camera-217-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-81-camera-217-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-81-camera-217-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-81-camera-217-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-81-camera-217.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"574\" data-id=\"6004\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spiaggia-lacona-23-1024x574.jpg\" alt=\"Golfo di Lacona\" class=\"wp-image-6004\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spiaggia-lacona-23-1024x574.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spiaggia-lacona-23-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spiaggia-lacona-23-768x430.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spiaggia-lacona-23-1536x861.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spiaggia-lacona-23-600x336.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/spiaggia-lacona-23.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"6066\" src=\"https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-356-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Camera Hotel Giardino\" class=\"wp-image-6066\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-356-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-356-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-356-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-356-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-356-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.elbahotelgiardino.it\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hotel-Giardino-356.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Location and environment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Gulf of&nbsp;Lacona:<\/strong> The hotel is set in a pine park of ~30&nbsp;000&nbsp;m\u00b2 less than 100&nbsp;m from Lacona beach . A private path leads directly to the golden sand, dunes and sea lilies of one of Elba\u2019s longest beaches.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Central position:<\/strong> Lacona lies on the south coast, 15&nbsp;minutes\u2019 drive from Marina&nbsp;di&nbsp;Campo, Capoliveri, Porto&nbsp;Azzurro and Portoferraio . Nearby attractions include Capo&nbsp;Stella and Monte&nbsp;Orello for hiking\/MTB .<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Services and rooms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Accommodation:<\/strong> Rooms are spread across three buildings and have private bathrooms, satellite TV, telephone and safe. Some have balconies or patios .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cuisine:<\/strong> The family\u2011run restaurant serves buffet breakfasts, local Tuscan dishes and fresh fish .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Amenities:<\/strong> Free Wi\u2011Fi in communal areas, bicycle storage, numbered parking spaces, children\u2019s playground, bar\/TV room and pet\u2011friendly policy .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ferry booking:<\/strong> Guests can reserve ferry tickets at discounted rates through the hotel .<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Getting to Elba by Ferry<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ports and ferry companies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ports of arrival:<\/strong> Ferries leave from <strong>Piombino Marittima<\/strong> on the mainland and dock at Elba\u2019s ports of <strong>Portoferraio<\/strong> (main harbour), <strong>Cavo<\/strong> and <strong>Rio&nbsp;Marina<\/strong> . Summer lines also run between Elba and <strong>Bastia (Corsica)<\/strong> .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ferry operators:<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Moby&nbsp;Lines &amp; Toremar<\/strong> \u2013 operate most crossings from Piombino to Portoferraio, Cavo and Rio&nbsp;Marina; offer traditional ferries and high\u2011speed hydrofoils; include a \u201cPar\u00ad ti Prima\u201d option allowing earlier departures .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Blu&nbsp;Navy<\/strong> \u2013 up to 24 departures\/day between Piombino and Portoferraio; fares from \u20ac8.99 when booked early . Tickets include a flexible \u201cParti prima o dopo\u201d policy .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Aquavision<\/strong> \u2013 seasonal hydrofoil services and tourist excursions linking Piombino with Cavo and other smaller ports .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Corsica&nbsp;Ferries<\/strong> \u2013 summer routes connecting Elba with Bastia and other Mediterranean ports .<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Travel times and indicative fares (per adult foot passenger)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Route<\/th><th>Duration<\/th><th>Frequency (summer)<\/th><th>Indicative fare*<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Piombino&nbsp;\u2192&nbsp;Portoferraio<\/strong><\/td><td>40\u201360&nbsp;min (hydrofoils ~40&nbsp;min)<\/td><td>\u224840 sailings\/day<\/td><td>\u20ac13.82&nbsp;\u2013&nbsp;\u20ac37.32<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Piombino&nbsp;\u2192&nbsp;Cavo<\/strong><\/td><td>20\u201330&nbsp;min<\/td><td>up to 15 sailings\/day<\/td><td>\u20ac19.87&nbsp;\u2013&nbsp;\u20ac25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Piombino&nbsp;\u2192&nbsp;Rio&nbsp;Marina<\/strong><\/td><td>40\u201345&nbsp;min<\/td><td>2\u20134 sailings\/day<\/td><td>\u20ac17.36&nbsp;\u2013&nbsp;\u20ac30<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Elba&nbsp;\u2192&nbsp;Bastia (Corsica)<\/strong><\/td><td>60\u2013120&nbsp;min<\/td><td>1\u20132 sailings\/week (summer)<\/td><td>from \u20ac19<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>*Fares vary by season, day and availability; check the official sites for exact prices .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Timetables and frequency<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>First and last departures:<\/strong> From Piombino the first ferries depart around <strong>05:30<\/strong>, with Blu&nbsp;Navy\u2019s first departure at 07:30; the last sailings are around <strong>22:00<\/strong> during peak season . In winter there are about 30 crossings daily; in summer up to 100 .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flexible services:<\/strong> Moby\/Toremar\u2019s <strong>\u201cParti prima\u201d<\/strong> lets travellers board earlier sailings if space allows. Blu&nbsp;Navy\u2019s <strong>\u201cParti prima o dopo\u201d<\/strong> permits boarding earlier or later boats; check\u2011in deadlines are 15&nbsp;min before departure without a vehicle and 30&nbsp;min with a vehicle .<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Booking ferries<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Company websites:<\/strong> Book on the official sites of Moby, Toremar and Blu&nbsp;Navy using a credit card or PayPal; enter vehicle dimensions and number of passengers .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Comparison portals:<\/strong> Sites such as Ferryhopper, Ferryscanner and Traghettilines compare timetables and fares across operators. They recommend booking early to secure low fares and note that mid\u2011week departures cost less than weekends .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Port ticket offices:<\/strong> You can buy tickets at Piombino or Portoferraio, but high\u2011season prices are often higher and ferries may be full . Moby advises arriving <strong>90&nbsp;min<\/strong> before departure with a vehicle and <strong>30&nbsp;min<\/strong> without .<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bringing vehicles and discounts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Transporting vehicles:<\/strong> Most ferries carry cars, motorcycles, campers and trailers. You must state the vehicle\u2019s dimensions; hydrofoils carry passengers only .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Resident and homeowner discounts:<\/strong> Operators offer reduced fares to Elba residents and second\u2011home owners; Blu&nbsp;Navy grants a 30% discount on ordinary fares for second homes (personal card required) .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Return\u2011trip and group reductions:<\/strong> Booking round\u2011trip tickets can save up to 20%; group, school and commuter discounts are available .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Children:<\/strong> Most companies let children under 3 travel free; those up to 11 receive about 50% off .<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">High vs. low season<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>High season (mid\u2011June&nbsp;\u2013 early September):<\/strong> Departures every 30\u201360&nbsp;min; higher fares. Adult tickets can exceed \u20ac30 and car tickets \u20ac60\u201380 .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Low season (October&nbsp;\u2013 May):<\/strong> Fewer departures (every 1\u20132&nbsp;h) and lower fares. Base prices start at around \u20ac8.99; some winter days have just 20\u201324 trips ending by 20:30 .<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">On\u2011Board Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ferries are equipped for comfort and safety:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Seating:<\/strong> Passaggio ponte (unassigned lounge\/outer deck), reserved armchairs and cabins (cabins only on longer routes)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Catering:<\/strong> Bars and self\u2011service cafeterias<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Children\u2019s areas:<\/strong> Some ships have playrooms and cartoon lounges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Wi\u2011Fi and air\u2011conditioning:<\/strong> Toremar provides Wi\u2011Fi and climate\u2011controlled lounges<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Accessibility:<\/strong> Facilities for passengers with reduced mobility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pets:<\/strong> Allowed on board. Blu&nbsp;Navy permits dogs on outer decks; other companies require leash and muzzle. Cats must travel in carriers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Baggage:<\/strong> Toremar allows 20&nbsp;kg in the hold and 10&nbsp;kg on hydrofoils; Moby\/Blu&nbsp;Navy do not enforce strict limits but recommend compact luggage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Packages and combined tickets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many operators and travel agencies sell ferry + hotel packages or commuter subscriptions. Blu&nbsp;Navy partners with hotels to offer discounts and round\u2011trip savings .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Suggested Itineraries from Hotel&nbsp;Giardino<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The central location of Lacona makes it easy to explore every side of Elba. Below are suggested day itineraries including approximate distances from the hotel and practical tips .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Itinerary&nbsp;1 \u2013 Beaches of Lacona and surroundings<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Morning:<\/strong> Relax on <em>Lacona&nbsp;Beach<\/em> (100&nbsp;m from the hotel). It is Elba\u2019s second\u2011longest beach, with fine sand, protected dunes, sea\u2011lily blooms and pine shade . Shallow waters are safe for families; facilities include bars, canoe\/windsurf rentals and a diving centre . Walk through the dune area at the east end to observe rare plants .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Afternoon:<\/strong> Visit <em>Cala di Ripa&nbsp;Nera<\/em> (kayak or boat from Lacona) and <em>Laconella Beach<\/em> (\u22481&nbsp;km) with transparent water and views of Montecristo . Hike to <em>Capo&nbsp;Stella<\/em>, a Mediterranean maquis promontory ideal for sunsets .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Evening:<\/strong> Enjoy Tuscan and Elban dishes at the Hotel&nbsp;Giardino\u2019s restaurant .<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Itinerary&nbsp;2 \u2013 Eastern villages and history<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Morning:<\/strong> Explore <em>Capoliveri<\/em> (7&nbsp;km), a hilltop village with cobbled alleys, lively squares and craft shops . Visit the <em>Museo della Vecchia Officina<\/em> to learn about mining heritage .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Afternoon:<\/strong> Stroll in <em>Porto&nbsp;Azzurro<\/em> (9&nbsp;km) with its waterfront piazza, gelaterie and the Spanish fortress of San&nbsp;Giacomo . Stop at <em>Barbarossa Beach<\/em> (1&nbsp;km from town) for a swim .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Evening:<\/strong> Return to Lacona via Tenuta delle Ripalte for a wine tasting (Aleatico, Ansonica) .<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Itinerary&nbsp;3 \u2013 Western heart and Monte&nbsp;Capanne<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Morning:<\/strong> Head to <em>Marina&nbsp;di&nbsp;Campo<\/em> (10&nbsp;km) with its lively waterfront and Mineralogical Museum . Continue to <em>Fetovaia Beach<\/em> (16&nbsp;km) \u2013 one of Elba\u2019s most beautiful, with clear turquoise water .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Afternoon:<\/strong> Take the cable car from Marciana to the 1&nbsp;019&nbsp;m summit of <em>Monte&nbsp;Capanne<\/em> for panoramic views . Visit the medieval villages of <em>Marciana<\/em> and <em>Poggio<\/em> .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Evening:<\/strong> Drive back via Sant\u2019Andrea or Procchio and dine at a sea\u2011view restaurant .<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Itinerary&nbsp;4 \u2013 Eastern mines and wild coast<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Morning:<\/strong> Discover <em>Rio&nbsp;Marina<\/em>, a historic mining village. The Mineral Museum explains iron extraction; the \u201cPercorso del Ferro\u201d footpath visits old quarries . Stop at <em>Cavo<\/em>, the nearest port to the mainland and gateway to Palmaiola Island .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Afternoon:<\/strong> Join a guided tour through the <em>Rio&nbsp;Marina Mining Park<\/em> by train or on foot . Swim at <em>Ortano Beach<\/em> with its mix of sand and pebbles, opposite a small islet .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Evening:<\/strong> Return to Lacona with a fish dinner at Nisporto or Bagnaia .<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Itinerary&nbsp;5 \u2013 Culture and history in Portoferraio<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Morning:<\/strong> Tour <em>Forte Falcone<\/em> and <em>Forte Stella<\/em>, 16th\u2011century Medici fortresses . Visit the <em>Palazzina dei Mulini<\/em>, Napoleon\u2019s residence during his exile (1814\u20111815) .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Afternoon:<\/strong> Relax on the white\u2011pebble beaches of <em>Le&nbsp;Ghiaie<\/em>, <em>Capo&nbsp;Bianco<\/em> and <em>Padulella<\/em> , or explore the <em>Roman Villa delle Grotte<\/em> .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Evening:<\/strong> Dine in Portoferraio with specialities such as <strong>stoccafisso alla riese<\/strong> or <strong>sburrita di baccal\u00e0<\/strong> .<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs About the Hotel and Excursions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Is the hotel suitable for families?<\/strong> Yes; it has large green areas, a playground, ping\u2011pong and table football . Lacona\u2019s shallow beach is safe, and the restaurant offers children\u2019s menus .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Are pets allowed?<\/strong> Yes; Hotel&nbsp;Giardino is pet\u2011friendly . Dogs can walk in the park; local rules apply on the beach .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Can the hotel book ferries?<\/strong> Yes; it provides discounted bookings for Piombino\u2013Portoferraio, Rio&nbsp;Marina and Cavo .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What sports and activities are nearby?<\/strong> Snorkelling, diving, kayaking, windsurfing, trekking and mountain biking are popular. The hotel offers bike storage and information on routes .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>When is the best time to visit?<\/strong> Summer offers beach life and nightlife but higher ferry fares and crowds . Spring and autumn have mild temperatures and lower prices; winter is quiet with limited services .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>What documents are needed to board?<\/strong> A valid ID for all passengers; minors need parental consent. Bring vehicle registration for cars and a pet passport with vaccination records .<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summary Tables (2025 figures)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Table&nbsp;1&nbsp;\u2013 Seasonal comparison for Piombino&nbsp;\u2192&nbsp;Portoferraio<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Season<\/th><th>Departures per day<\/th><th>First departure<\/th><th>Last departure<\/th><th>Sample fare (adult)<\/th><th>Sample fare (car)<\/th><th>Notes<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>High season (15&nbsp;Jun&nbsp;\u2013&nbsp;10&nbsp;Sep)<\/strong><\/td><td>35\u201340<\/td><td>05:30<\/td><td>22:00<\/td><td>\u20ac25\u201337<\/td><td>\u20ac60\u201380<\/td><td>Book well in advance; hydrofoils every 30&nbsp;min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Mid\u2011season (Apr&nbsp;\u2013 mid&nbsp;Jun, mid&nbsp;Sep)<\/strong><\/td><td>25\u201330<\/td><td>06:00<\/td><td>21:00<\/td><td>\u20ac15\u201325<\/td><td>\u20ac40\u201360<\/td><td>Ideal for excursions; mild temperatures<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Low season (Oct&nbsp;\u2013&nbsp;Mar)<\/strong><\/td><td>20\u201324<\/td><td>07:00<\/td><td>20:30<\/td><td>\u20ac8.99\u201320<\/td><td>\u20ac35\u201350<\/td><td>Reduced schedules; some days have departures every 2&nbsp;h<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Table&nbsp;2&nbsp;\u2013 On\u2011board services by company<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Company<\/th><th>Ships<\/th><th>Vehicle transport<\/th><th>Pets<\/th><th>Baggage<\/th><th>Available discounts<\/th><th>Notes<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Moby&nbsp;Lines \/ Toremar<\/strong><\/td><td>Traditional ferries &amp; hydrofoils<\/td><td>Cars, motorcycles, campers, trailers<\/td><td>Yes; dogs on leash, cats in carriers<\/td><td>No strict limit; 10&nbsp;kg on hydrofoils<\/td><td>Residents, children, groups; \u201cParti prima\u201d flexible departures<\/td><td>Largest network of routes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Blu&nbsp;Navy<\/strong><\/td><td>Conventional ferries<\/td><td>Cars, motorcycles, trucks<\/td><td>Yes; outdoor areas<\/td><td>No limit declared<\/td><td>Second home (\u221230%), residents, round\u2011trip (\u221220%), groups, commuters<\/td><td>\u201cParti prima o dopo\u201d included<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Aquavision<\/strong><\/td><td>Seasonal hydrofoils<\/td><td>No vehicles<\/td><td>Pets allowed<\/td><td>Light baggage<\/td><td>Family discounts<\/td><td>Used mainly for trips to Cavo and minor islands<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Corsica&nbsp;Ferries<\/strong><\/td><td>Fast ships Elba\u2011Corsica<\/td><td>Cars, campers<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>~20&nbsp;kg<\/td><td>Resident discounts<\/td><td>Runs seasonal routes to Bastia &amp; Savona<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Table&nbsp;3&nbsp;\u2013 Indicative ticket costs (2025)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Route<\/th><th>Adult foot (low)<\/th><th>Adult foot (high)<\/th><th>Car (\u22644&nbsp;m, low)<\/th><th>Car (\u22644&nbsp;m, high)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Piombino&nbsp;\u2192&nbsp;Portoferraio<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20ac8.99<\/td><td>\u20ac30\u201337<\/td><td>\u20ac35\u201350<\/td><td>\u20ac60\u201380<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Piombino&nbsp;\u2192&nbsp;Cavo<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20ac14<\/td><td>\u20ac20\u201325<\/td><td>\u20ac30\u201345<\/td><td>\u20ac55\u201375<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Piombino&nbsp;\u2192&nbsp;Rio&nbsp;Marina<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20ac13<\/td><td>\u20ac17\u201330<\/td><td>\u20ac30\u201340<\/td><td>\u20ac55\u201370<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Table&nbsp;4&nbsp;\u2013 Advantages of Hotel&nbsp;Giardino vs. a typical Elba hotel<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Feature<\/th><th>Hotel&nbsp;Giardino<\/th><th>Typical Elba hotel<\/th><th>Benefit<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Location<\/strong><\/td><td>100&nbsp;m from Lacona beach<\/td><td>often 500&nbsp;m or more<\/td><td>Direct access without using a car<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Environment<\/strong><\/td><td>25\u201330&nbsp;000&nbsp;m\u00b2 park<\/td><td>5\u201310&nbsp;000&nbsp;m\u00b2 garden<\/td><td>More space for relaxation and games<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Management<\/strong><\/td><td>Family\u2011run<\/td><td>Corporate<\/td><td>Intimate atmosphere &amp; home\u2011style cuisine<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Services<\/strong><\/td><td>Free Wi\u2011Fi, parking, discounted ferry booking<\/td><td>Wi\u2011Fi often extra, no ferry deals<\/td><td>Savings and convenience<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Family\u2011friendly<\/strong><\/td><td>Play area, children\u2019s menu<\/td><td>Few dedicated services<\/td><td>Better welcome for kids<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practical Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Book early:<\/strong> Ferry fares rise as departure dates approach; booking 2\u20133&nbsp;months ahead secures lower prices and guarantees space for your vehicle .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Travel mid\u2011week:<\/strong> Departures between Monday and Thursday are cheaper and less crowded; early morning sailings have calmer seas .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Arrive at the port with time to spare:<\/strong> Moby\/Toremar recommend arriving 90&nbsp;min early with a car and 30&nbsp;min on foot; Blu&nbsp;Navy requires 30&nbsp;min with a vehicle and 15&nbsp;min without .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pack light:<\/strong> Toremar allows 20&nbsp;kg on ferries and 10&nbsp;kg on hydrofoils; Blu&nbsp;Navy suggests compact bags .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use flexible tickets:<\/strong> Take advantage of \u201cParti prima\u201d or \u201cParti prima o dopo\u201d to adjust your departure if traffic or weather changes .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Claim discounts:<\/strong> Residents and second\u2011home owners should contact Blu&nbsp;Navy for 30% off; groups and heavy vehicles can request quotes via email .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Protect the environment:<\/strong> Many beaches, like Lacona, have protected dunes. Do not pick plants, remove sand or litter; stay on marked paths .<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This guide explains how to check ferry timetables and fares for Elba Island while highlighting <strong>Hotel&nbsp;Giardino<\/strong> as an ideal base for discovering the island. Using Q&amp;As, summary tables and suggested itineraries, travellers can plan their crossing and explore Elba\u2019s beaches, villages and trails with ease . By booking early, taking advantage of discounts and staying at Hotel&nbsp;Giardino, visitors can enjoy a memorable holiday combining sea, culture and nature . Always verify the latest schedules and prices on the official ferry websites or through your hotel before travelling.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>P.S. For updated services and prices, please contact the individual business directly. Introduction Elba is a Tuscan jewel just 10&nbsp;km from the mainland. 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