Ferry from Corsica to Marseille
Tickets, prices & schedules
You can travel by ferry between Corsica and Marseille all year round. Ferries to Marseille depart from 5 ports in Corsica: Ajaccio, Bastia, Porto-Vecchio, Propriano, and L'Île-Rousse. Some routes offer weekly crossings year-round, while others are seasonal.
Depending on your destination, the trip duration varies between 12 and 14 hours, and ticket prices start from around €40. Find up-to-date information about the route on Ferryhopper, compare companies, schedules and prices, and book your ferry tickets from Marseille to Corsica without hidden fees.
Discounts
Ferry companies offer the following special discounts when traveling from Corsica to Marseille:
- Infants (0-1 years old): 85% discount
- Children between 2 and 11 years old: 30-40% off
- Senior travelers (60+): 10% discount
Remember that discounts may vary slightly depending on the ferry operator.
On-board services and amenities
There are a variety of services and amenities available on the conventional ferries from Corsica to Marseilles, including restaurants, snack bars, and facilities for passengers with disabilities. Some ferries also offer Wi-Fi access.
Here’s some more information about the services you can expect on ferries from Corsica to Marseille:
Cabins and accommodation
Ferries from Corsica to Marseille offer cabins with 1, 2, 3, or 4 beds. You can choose between internal or external cabins, the latter of which have a sea view. Cabin prices usually start at around €77.
You can also reserve a standard numbered seat, which is included in the ticket price.
Tip: We recommend booking a cabin for a more comfortable trip since crossings often take place overnight.
Luggage
Although baggage policies may differ slightly from company to company, foot passengers are usually allowed to bring 2 pieces of luggage and 1 backpack free of charge on Corsica - Marseille ferries. Passengers traveling with a vehicle can bring as much luggage as they want as long as it stays in the car.
Traveling with pets
While you cannot add your pet to your booking online on the Corsica - Marseille route, we recommend contacting the ferry company directly, as they often allow pet travel to be arranged independently.
Useful tips for your ferry trip to Marseille from Corsica
Here are some useful tips for your Corsica - Marseille ferry trip:
- Some ports in Corsica can get busy during the high season, so we recommend arriving at least 1 hour before departure if you’re a foot passenger and 1.5 hours if you’re traveling with a vehicle.
- Various ports in Corsica, including Ajaccio, Bastia, Porto-Vecchio, Propriano, and L'Île-Rousse, offer ferry connections to Marseille.
- Add our travel guide on Marseille to your reading list to discover the sights and attractions of this beautiful French city.
- Be sure to book your return trip from Marseille to Corsica in advance for a seamless journey!
- On Ferryhopper, you can find all Marseille ferry schedules, including info about available routes, timetables, prices, ongoing offers and port info.
Where to take the ferry from Corsica to Marseille
Ferries from Marseille travel to 5 ports in Corsica: Bastia, Ajaccio, Porto-Vecchio, L'Île-Rousse and Propriano.
Here is some useful information about each of them:
- Bastia: Located on the northern coast of Corsica, it is one of the island's main ports. Seasonal ferries depart from the commercial area of the port.
- L'Île-Rousse: This small port on the northwest coast of Corsica offers seasonal connections to Marseille.
- Porto-Vecchio: Located in eastern Corsica, this port provides year-round ferry connections to Marseille, in France.
- Ajaccio: Nestled in the southwestern part of Corsica, Ajaccio port offers year-round ferry connections with Marseille.
- Propriano: The port of Propriano, in the southwest of the island, has seasonal ferry connections with Marseille.
Where does the ferry arrive in Marseille?
Ferries from Corsica arrive at Marseille-Fos, a major French and European port.
The port of Marseille consists of 2 harbors: the eastern harbor, which serves cargo and passenger ships, and the western harbor, which serves as an international industrial and container hub.
Once you arrive in Marseille, you can easily reach the city center by car, metro, tram, taxi, or bus. It takes about 10-15 minutes to travel to Saint-Charles train station by taxi or public transportation from the port. There are also restaurants, hotels, and other services in the area.
How long is the ferry ride from Corsica to Marseille?
The Corsica - Marseille ferry trip usually takes between 12 and 14 hours, depending on the route. More specifically:
- Bastia - Marseille: Around 13 hours
- L'Île-Rousse- Marseille: Around 12 h 15 min
- Ajaccio- Marseille: From 12.5 hours to 13 hr 15 min
- Porto-Vecchio- Marseille: Around 14 hours
- Propriano- Marseille: Around 13 hours
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FAQs
Yes, the conventional ferries traveling from Corsica to Marseille have car decks, so you can bring your vehicle.
Estimated prices for traveling with your vehicle on Corsica - Marseille ferries are as follows:
- Cars: From around €70
- Motorbikes: From around €50
- Camper: From around €100
Keep in mind that prices vary depending on the type and size of your vehicle, as well as the season.
The Corsica to Marseille route is served by conventional ferries that take between 12 and 14 hours, depending on the destination.
The distance between Corsica and Marseille is usually around 240 nautical miles (about 444 km), but it varies based on the port of arrival. Specifically:
- Bastia - Marseille: Around 240 nautical miles (approximately 444 km)
- L'Île-Rousse - Marseille: Around 218 nautical miles (approximately 404 km)
- Ajaccio - Marseille: Around 187 nautical miles (approximately 347 km)
- Porto-Vecchio - Marseille: Around 257 nautical miles (approximately 476 km)
- Propriano - Marseille: Around 233 nautical miles (approximately 432 km)
Ticket purchasing policies and check-in procedures for ferries from Corsica to Marseille vary from company to company. For example, when traveling from Ajaccio to Marseille, you can book your tickets online on Ferryhopper and pick them up in paper form from the company’s collection points at the port before the trip.
Yes, there are often overnight ferries from Corsica to Marseille. They typically depart in the late afternoon or early evening and arrive the next morning.
Find detailed answers to all your questions about ferry ticket changes, cancellations and refunds.
Remember that you can also use Ferryhopper's online booking modification service, available with certain ferry companies.