Rio Marina Piombino Ferry

The Rio Marina Piombino ferry route connects Elba with Italy. Currently there is just the 1 ferry company operating this ferry service, Toremar. The crossing operates up to 28 times each week with sailing durations from around 45 minutes.

Rio Marina Piombino sailing durations and frequency may vary from season to season so we’d advise doing a live check to get the most up to date information.

Rio Marina Guide

Rio Marina Guide

Rio Marina is Commune on the Island of Elba, in the Italian region of Tuscany. The area is on the eastern part of the Elba, inside a small inlet surrounded by hills. Evidence shows that the earliest settlements in the area date back to the 15th century. Iron oxide extraction took place here as the main activity of the inhabitants since as early as the Etruscan period. The hills in the area are characterised by red earth which is due to iron oxide mining in the past. The last mines closed in October 1981 and nowadays, Rio Marina is a seaside resort with an economy mostly based on tourism. A few of the places of historical and cultural interests include the Church of San Rocco, the embattled tower in the port, the Mineral Park of the Island of Elba as well as the village of Cavo.

Piombino Guide

Piombino Ferry Port

Situated on the south west coast of Italy, Piombino is a small town bordering the Ligurian Sea and Tyrrhenian Sea. There are many ferry routes departing, supplied by several ferry companies, and range from around 40 minutes to nine hours.

What is there to do in Piombino?

Steep hills encompass the rocky beaches, ancient castles populate the centre and high quality restaurants serve enticing sea food – Piombino is the quintessential relaxing holiday destination. The appeal of the historical centre lies in its size; the entirety of it can be covered easily by foot and the quaint streets are decorated in colourful buildings and rustic architectural designs. The castle is possibly the standout attraction of the town, supplying unique aesthetics due to the previous employment as a prison. To continue the cultural and historical education, the Museum of the Castle and the City provides a fascinating insight into the history of Piombino and is generally fairly affordable. For anyone who prefers sun and sea over museums and castles, there are a few beaches that are perfect for whiling away a few hours under the Mediterranean sun. The port is also ideal for a relaxing afternoon, with cafes offering postcard picture views of the harbour.

How do you get around Piombino?

The town is so small that it can be covered by foot, which is the desired mode of transport considering the sleepy nature.