Omio and Direct Ferries Team Up to Enhance Global Ferry Travel Opportunities for Passengers

Omio Partners with Direct Ferries to Revolutionize Ferry Travel

In a landmark collaboration that promises to reshape multimodal travel options, Omio, a premier global travel booking platform, has announced its partnership with Direct Ferries, a leading international ferry service. This strategic union aims to unify transportation options by integrating over 2,000 ferry routes across 150 carriers into Omio’s system.

Signed in July 2025 and set to launch in December of the same year, this agreement significantly expands the scope of travel choices available to Omio users, particularly in regions such as Northern Europe, Southeast Asia, and North America. For travelers keen on experiencing the charm of coastal journeys or vibrant island hopping, ferries present an increasingly popular and flexible choice. Adding this extensive service allows travelers to book ferry rides along with other forms of transportation, streamlining the planning process.

As more travelers turn to ferries for their travel needs, this collaboration stands to enhance user experience by providing access to a diverse array of travel options. With routes linking key destinations in Northern Europe—such as Sweden, Norway, Finland, and the UK—it also paves the way for further exploration in places like Southeast Asia, where popular ferry routes like Phuket to Koh Phi Phi or Koh Lanta become more accessible.

Veronica Diquattro, President of B2C and Supply at Omio, expressed her enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, "We are thrilled to partner with Direct Ferries, instantly elevating our ferry booking options across multiple regions. This collaboration represents a major leap towards our vision of seamless global multimodal travel, empowering travelers with greater choice, convenience, and flexibility than ever before."

The significance of this partnership lies not just in the quantity of routes offered, but also in the simplicity it brings to the booking process. Niall Walsh, CEO of Direct Ferries, emphasized the complexities typically associated with ferry bookings, detailing how their Direct Ferries Connect API simplifies this through a unified technical approach. This innovation provides Omio with instant access to a full inventory of global ferry services, making travel planning both easier and more efficient.

The ferry sector, known for its fragmented nature, tests the patience of many travelers. This partnership aims to resolve that issue by centralizing ferry options on Omio's user-friendly platform, allowing customers to make hassle-free bookings across multiple modes of transport. Whether it's for a scenic evening ride or an overnight adventure, travelers can look forward to making bookings for ferries alongside trains, planes, and buses, all in one place.

The collaboration not only enhances ferry travel but also introduces new geographical markets for Omio’s users. Regions such as Australasia, Central America, and the Caribbean are now on the map, opening up a world of possibilities for adventurous travelers. Users will soon find themselves planning vacations where they can seamlessly combine different modes of transport—making the best use of the flexibility that ferries offer.

Omio, which has been a key player in the travel industry since its inception in 2013, continues to push boundaries with its ambitious plans to integrate travel options. With more than 80,000 travel tickets sold daily, the platform already serves millions of users by connecting them to various transport methods across Europe, the US, Canada, Southeast Asia, and Brazil.

The Direct Ferries addition further enriches this experience, allowing travelers to explore new destinations with ease. With over 4,000 ferry routes available through Direct Ferries—known for its customer-centric interface—your next seaside adventure is just a click away.

This enhanced offering promises to keep pace with a growing demand for interconnected travel options, fueling Omio’s mission to lead in global mobility solutions.

As both companies gear up for the launch, travelers worldwide can prepare for a grand step forward in ferry travel accessibility. The words of Diquattro sum it up well: the essence of travel is in the journey, and with Omio and Direct Ferries, that journey is about to become even more enriching and enjoyable.