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Musée de Bastia
City museum inside the former governors’ palace, covering Bastia’s history, art and urban development in a dramatic citadel setting.
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Portofino to Bastia among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the ferry, with an average ticket price of £61 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of £61, while a flight costs an average of £155.
Distance: 96 nautical miles (179 km)
Most popular Ferry | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£61 Average Price Cheapest | £155 Average Price | £25 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 0m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Portofino to Bastia:
A ferry is £94 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Portofino to Bastia costing on average £155.
Other travel options to Bastia take longer:
Ferry takes on average 10h 0m.
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Ferries from Portofino to Bastia run on average 1 times per day, taking around 10h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £61 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 08:45, the last at 21:00. The fastest ferry covers the 96 nautical miles (179 km) distance in 5h 30m. There are 1 sailings per week.

Distance 96 nautical miles (179 km) |
Average sailing duration 10h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 5h 30m |
First ferry 8:45 |
Last ferry 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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City museum inside the former governors’ palace, covering Bastia’s history, art and urban development in a dramatic citadel setting.
Contemporary art gallery presenting changing exhibitions in a central setting, useful for discovering current Corsican and visiting artists.
Photography-focused gallery and visual arts venue with rotating shows, offering a more local and contemporary side of Bastia’s cultural scene.
Bastia’s main seafront square, lined with palms and historic façades, ideal for strolling, people-watching and reaching key sights.
Old harbour quarter with colourful buildings, boats and lively waterfront views; a classic place to walk and photograph Bastia.
Historic upper town with narrow lanes, quiet squares and sea views, giving the clearest feel for Bastia’s Genoese heritage.
Slow-cooked stew of white beans, pork rind, ham hock and herbs. A hearty Corsican classic linked to rural home cooking and winter meals.
Chestnut flour fritters, often lightly sweetened. Chestnuts are central to Corsican food culture, making these a traditional island speciality.
Fresh ewe’s or goat’s milk cheese, soft and tangy. It is a cornerstone of Corsican cheesemaking and often served plain or in savoury dishes.
Refined restaurant in Bastia’s old town serving Corsican and Mediterranean dishes in an elegant, intimate setting.
Casual traditional address known for Corsican specialities, charcuterie and local flavours in a relaxed town-centre atmosphere.
Well-known seafood restaurant on the old port, valued for fresh fish, shellfish and a lively waterfront setting.
Moderate for France: rooms and dining rise in summer, but local cafés and buses stay fairly manageable for tourists compared with larger Riviera destinations.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés if you wish.
Official public transport app
Port de Bastia -> Place Saint-Nicolas, Bastia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Portofino to Bastia 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 Bastia, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
