Marseille – Ajaccio
Ferries to Corsica
Marseille – Ajaccio
Ferries to Corsica
The Marseille to Ajaccio ferry route is provided by 2 operators and is available for booking all year round. The ferry crossing from Marseille to Ajaccio takes approximately 12 hours 45 minutes on ferries servicing this route. The ferry duration for the Marseille to Ajaccio ferry can range between 11 hours and 13 hours 45 minutes depending on the operator that you decide to travel with.
There are around 7 weekly sailings from Marseille to Ajaccio.
Corsica Linea provide 1 sailing daily, 4 sailings weekly. La Meridionale provide 1 sailing daily, 3 sailings weekly. Please keep in mind that ferry timetables often increase during the high season.
The first ferry leaves Marseille Port at approximately 08:00 and the last ferry leaves at approximately 18:15. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
The fastest ferry from Marseille to Ajaccio is with Corsica Linea & La Meridionale in 11 hours.
The fastest ferries from Marseille to Ajaccio usually cost around $569.09.
There are overnight ferries from Marseille to Ajaccio. The first overnight ferry departs at 18:15 and arrives at 07:00.
There are cabins available on ferries from Marseille to Ajaccio with Corsica Linea and Meridionale.
Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Marseille to Ajaccio with Corsica Linea & La Meridionale.
Yes, you can bring your car on the Marseille to Ajaccio ferry with Corsica Linea & La Meridionale.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on the Marseille Ajaccio ferry with Corsica Linea & La Meridionale.
Passengers travelling with La Meridionale can bring up to 2 pieces of luggage plus one backpack per person at no extra cost. Corsica Linea do not have a strict luggage allowance for foot passengers or car passengers. Please do not exceed this limit otherwise you may be forced to pay additional fees.
The price of a ferry from Marseille to Ajaccio can vary between $184.27 and $1,175.32 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $220.62, with prices ranging from $45 and $437. The average price of a car passenger is $666.34, with prices ranging from $106 and $1,105. All ferry prices can change from season to season. Please be aware that prices do not include booking fees. 1 June 2025
Find cheap ferry tickets using our deal finder. It is highly recommended that you book in advance to ensure yourself the best possible prices and availability on the Ajaccio ferry.
First class is available on ferries from Marseille to Ajaccio with La Meridionale.
The best way to travel from Marseille to Ajaccio is by ferry. With 1 sailings per day, you are bound to find a suitable ferry crossing to suit your needs. However, there are alternative routes to explore if you require additional flexibility.
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| Marseille - Ajaccio Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | France | |
| Destination Country | Corsica | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Corsica Linea & La Meridionale | |
| Average Price | $554 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 7 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 12 h 45 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 11 h | |
| First Ferry | 08:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 18:15 | |
| Distance | 219 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 June 2025.
The French city and port of Marseille lies on the Mediterranean Sea coast in the south of France. It is France's second largest city and France's largest commercial port. Stretching to the east from the Old Port to the Reformes Quarter is the city's main thoroughfare. At the entrance to the Old Port are two large forts, Fort Saint Nicolas on the south and Fort Saint Jean on the north. The Frioul Archipelago is located in the Bay of Marseille and is made up of four islands. Located on one of the islands is the Chateau d'If which was made famous by the novel by Dumas, The Count of Monte Cristo. The city's centre has a number of pedestrianised streets, most notably the Rue St Ferreol, Cours Julien near the Music Conservatory, the Cours Honore-d'Estienne-d'Orves which is off the Old Port, and the area around the Hotel de Ville.
Four ferry companies run routes out of Marseille and offer scheduled services to Corsica, Sardinia, Algeria and Tunisia. There are four separate terminals and are all in the "gares maritimes sud" (southern terminals) district. National Terminals One and Two serve passengers to and from Corsica and Sardinia, while International Terminals Three and Four serve passengers to and from Algeria and Tunisia.
Ajaccio is the largest town on the French island of Corsica and is located on its south west coast, around 210 miles to the south east of Marseille, on the French mainland. The harbour in the town lies at the bottom of a hill that overlooks the peninsular which protects the harbour, and to the east of the original citadel, and on the northern shore of the Gulf of Ajaccio. Napoleon Bonaparte is arguably the town's most famous resident who was born in the Casa Buonaparte in 1769. His former house is now open to the public. The town's lovely mellow-toned buildings, lively cafes and marina make the town an ideal place to stroll through and explore.
The town's harbour is a major stop over for cruises and is the second busiest in France, after Marseille. Ferries from the port depart almost daily to Marseille, Toulon and Nice on the French mainland. There are also seasonal services to Livorno, Sardinia, Calvi and Propriano. The two major shipping companies providing these links are SNCM and Corsica Ferries.
