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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ajaccio to Marseille
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
8 h 31 m
Ferries per day
5
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Ajaccio to Marseille is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ajaccio to Marseille will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £23.
Of the 5 ferries that leave Ajaccio for Marseille every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue 13 Jan the direct ferries cover the 314 km distance in an average of 8 h 31 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h .
The slowest ferries will take 10 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Ajaccio to Marseille
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Ajaccio to Marseille among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £22, and a flight costs an average of £151.
Distance: 169 nautical miles (314 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
£36 Average Price Cheapest | £251 Average Price |
12h 23m Average total duration 11h 23m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Ajaccio to Marseille Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator La Meridionale | Departure Time 17:00 | Arrival Time 08:00 | Duration 15h00 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 19:30 | Arrival Time 07:15 | Duration 11h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Fri |
Operator La Meridionale | Departure Time 18:00 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 13h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 20:00 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 20:45 | Arrival Time 07:00 | Duration 10h15 | Sailing Days Fri |
Live departures
Ajaccio to Marseille ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Ajaccio to Marseille ferries for today, Monday 12 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 PIANA | 17:00 Ajaccio | 13h00 | 06:00 Vieux Port | 0 changesdirect | |
| CORSICA FERRIES | 18:30 Port of Bastia | 11h45 | 06:15 Port of Toulon | 0 changesdirect | |
| CORSICA FERRIES | 19:00 Ajaccio | 11h00 | 06:00 Port of Toulon | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Ajaccio to Marseille
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Ferries from Ajaccio to Marseille run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 23m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 3 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest ferry covers the 169 nautical miles (314 km) distance in 5h 0m. There are 16 sailings per week. Ferries from Ajaccio to Marseille are available to foot passengers.
Distance 169 nautical miles (314 km) |
Average sailing duration 11h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 16 |
Fastest ferry 5h 0m |
First ferry 06:45 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries, La Meridionale from Ajaccio to MarseilleYou can travel by ferry between Ajaccio to Marseille with Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries, La Meridionale for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries
La Meridionale
FAQs: Ajaccio to Marseille ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ajaccio to Marseille by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Marseille, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Ajaccio, which is located around 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Vieux Port, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Ajaccio and Marseille
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
WC
Ticket Office
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- Le Miramar (0.2km)
- La Caravelle (0.3km)
- Chez Fonfon (0.9km)
- Main companies are Taxi Radio Marseille and Allo Taxi.
- Free
- Metro Line 1, Vieux-Port Station
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