For sailboat and motorboat transport: choose Trasportami, request your free quote and save up to 70% on shipping.
Do you need to transport your boat and don’t know who to trust? Are you looking for fast, affordable, and flawless overland boat transport? Compare top prices and save with online offers from hundreds of transporters carefully selected by Trasportami for you.
Our partners provide access to a large fleet of trucks and trailers suitable for transporting sailboats, motorboats, dinghies, pedal boats, speedboats, catamarans, yachts, and any other type of vessel.
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How are boats transported?
Let’s start with the basics: a vessel can be transported either by land or by sea.
Boat transport by sea: this shipping method is recommended for very large vessels or if you plan to sail from port to port. Sea shipments are generally the slowest option, and routes may be suspended due to weather and sea conditions. In this case, the boat must be crewed by personnel able to operate and maneuver it.
Boat transport by land: this is carried out using trucks and trailers equipped with everything needed to secure the vessel firmly. By choosing Trasportami, your boat will be loaded and transported in complete safety, without the need for a crew on board. Our certified, authorized transport partners can cover long distances without issues—throughout Italy, across Europe, and to the islands.
How much does it cost to transport a boat by land?
Distance, vessel type, and flexibility with dates are all key factors that heavily affect the cost of overland boat transport.
Do you need a real quote? Simply fill in the required fields as accurately as possible: the more information you provide, the more quotes you’ll receive—and the more accurate they’ll be.
With Trasportami, there’s no registration required. Once you specify what you need to transport, the departure city, and the destination city, you can view prices for boat transport and choose the most convenient solution for you.
Here are a few indicative cost examples for boat transport:
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Sailboat from Naples to Cagliari: €1,200–€1,500
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Speedboat from Catania to Venice: €900–€1,200
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Pedal boat from Rome to Genoa: €300–€580
What does “exceptional transport” mean for boats?
Italian Road Code Articles 61 and 62 introduced the concept of “exceptional transport”. It applies when legal size limits are exceeded—specifically when transporting a boat wider than 2.55 m, higher than 4 m, or longer than 16.50 m.
Transporters must have the necessary permits to carry out exceptional overland boat transport. In addition to using trucks designed for moving vessels, they must carry the required signage to indicate an exceptional load. In some cases, a technical escort by the Traffic Police may be required, especially when moving very large boats.
With Trasportami, you can feel confident: we work with highly specialized professionals in exceptional nautical transport—whether it’s a small vessel or a large one.
How is the boat lifted onto the truck?
To safely lift a boat onto a truck, specialized lifting equipment is used to place the boat securely on the truck or trailer. When you fill out the quote request form, we recommend specifying whether you need a crane for boat lifting. Alternatively, you can arrange this service privately.
The vehicle used to transport your boat will be equipped with a dedicated rubber-lined cradle (a key piece of equipment that ensures hull stability and safety at every stage of transport).
How can you make boat transport more efficient?
Trasportami offers affordable overland boat transport while always ensuring 100% safe shipping. Still, there are a few practical steps you can take to help ensure a smooth, successful shipment:
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Carefully check the boat’s condition before shipping. Take photos before pickup and after delivery so any scratches are immediately noticeable.
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Make sure all accessories are properly secured, and remove non-essential items to reduce weight.
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Avoid leaving personal belongings or valuables on board.
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If possible, reduce the boat’s height to avoid exceeding legal size limits—otherwise it may require exceptional transport and increase costs.
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Finally, avoid keeping the fuel tank full.
Our transport partners can offer tailored solutions for transporting sailboats, speedboats, yachts, and other vessels. Get your free quote and save up to 70% on transporting your boat.
You can also rely on our services if you need low-cost car transport by carrier and for many other shipping needs.
