Ferry from Corsica to Marseille

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.

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.

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.