🏝️ How to reach the Island of Elba
The complete guide to reaching your sailboat in the heart of the Tuscan Archipelago
Reaching the Island of Elba is simple and well-organized, thanks to efficient connections by land, sea, and air. Whether you choose to travel by car, train, ferry, or flight, this guide provides all the practical information to arrive on time for your BeBlue boarding.
📍 The usual embarkation ports for BeBlue cruises are:
- Marina di Scarlino
- Marina di Punta Ala
- Port of Piombino
Precise details will be communicated to you at the time of booking and during online check-in.
🚗 Reaching Piombino by car
Piombino is the main departure port for the Island of Elba and is easily accessible by car from all over Italy.
Main distances:
- Florence – Piombino: 160 km (2h)
- Rome – Piombino: 230 km (2h30)
- Milan – Piombino: 380 km (4h30)
- Bologna – Piombino: 230 km (3h)
Recommended routes:
- From the north (Milan/Bologna/Florence): A1 → Florence Scandicci → SGC Fi-Pi-Li → SS1 Aurelia → Piombino
- From the south (Rome/Naples): A12 → SS1 Aurelia → Venturina → Piombino
Parking:
If you don't bring your car to the island, you can leave it in one of the long-term secure parking lots near the port:
- Elbaparking (free shuttle)
- Portovecchio Parking
- Parking Il Faro
👉 Book them online, especially during the summer months.
🚆 By train
The most convenient station is Piombino Marittima, located directly at the port: as you exit, you are already at the ferry ticket office.
Main connections:
- From Florence: regional train to Campiglia Marittima, then change for Piombino Marittima (approx. 2h30)
- From Rome: Intercity or Freccia to Campiglia, then change (approx. 3h30)
- From Milan: high-speed train to Campiglia, then regional (approx. 4h30)
🎫 Timetables and bookings on: www.trenitalia.com
💡 Attention: do not get off at "Piombino" city – the correct station is Piombino Marittima
✈️ By plane
Elba also has a small airport (Marina di Campo – EBA), but most BeBlue clients land in Tuscany or Rome.
Here are the recommended airports to reach Piombino:
Airport Driving time Connections
- Pisa (PSA) 1h30 Direct train or rental car
- Florence (FLR) 2h00 Train with 1 change at Campiglia
- Rome (FCO) 2h30–3h Freccia train + regional or car
- Milan (MXP/LIN) 4h30 High-speed to Campiglia
✈️ If you land in Tuscany or Rome, you can:
- Rent a car (recommended if traveling in a group)
- Book a private transfer with BeBlue
- Take the train to Piombino Marittima
🚖 Private transfers and taxis
BeBlue can organize door-to-door private transfers from:
- Airports (Pisa, Florence, Rome)
- Train stations
- Hotels or B&Bs in Tuscany
💼 Comfortable trips, with professional drivers and personalized schedules. Contact us for a quote!
⛴️ By ferry to the Island of Elba
From the port of Piombino Marittima ferries depart daily for Portoferraio, Rio Marina and Cavo. If your cruise departs directly from the island, here's how to book the ferry.
Crossing duration:
- Piombino – Portoferraio: 1h
- Piombino – Rio Marina: 45 min
- Piombino – Cavo: 30 min
Companies:
- Toremar
- Moby
- Blu Navy
- Elba Ferries
🚗 The car can be boarded, but it is not necessary to participate in BeBlue cruises.
🎫 Book the ferry online to secure a spot and save:
👉 www.traghetti-elba.it
⛵ By boat with BeBlue
If you have already booked a BeBlue cruise, you will receive:
- Name and address of the embarkation port
- Check-in time (usually Saturday between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM)
- Useful details via email and online check-in
The most common embarkations for Elba are:
- Marina di Scarlino
- Marina di Punta Ala
- Port of Piombino
Parking:
If you don't bring your car to the island, you can leave it in one of the long-term secure parking lots near the port:
- Elbaparking (free shuttle)
- Portovecchio Parking
- Parking Il Faro
👉 Book them online, especially during the summer months.
Our team will welcome you at the marina for boarding!
🤝 Need help?
Our team is at your disposal to advise you on the most convenient travel solution.
Contact us for support in booking trains, ferries, or personalized transfers.
📩 info@beblue.it
📞 Emergency number available in the booking confirmation
🌊 We look forward to welcoming you on board to set sail and discover the Tuscan Archipelago!
