The cheapest and fastest ferries from Marseille to Ajaccio
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$44
Fastest journey
11 h
Average duration
12 h 30 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
314 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Marseille to Ajaccio is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Ajaccio will cost around $44 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Marseille for Ajaccio on Fri, Jan 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 16 the direct ferries cover the 314 km distance in an average of 12 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 11 h .
On Fri, Jan 16 the slowest ferries will take 14 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.
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Compare flight and ferry for Marseille to Ajaccio
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Ajaccio among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €154.
Distance: 169 nautical miles (314 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
€32 Average price Cheapest | €291 Average price |
12h 29m Average total duration 11h 29m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Marseille to Ajaccio Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator La Meridionale | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 14h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator La Meridionale | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 12h45 | Sailing Days Thu, Sat |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 10h30 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri, Sat |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 11h45 | Sailing Days Thu, Fri |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 14h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Marseille to Ajaccio ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Ajaccio ferries for today, Thursday, January 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PIANA | 5:15 PM Vieux Port | 12h45 | 6:00 AM Ajaccio | 0 transfersDirect | |
CORSICA FERRIES | 6:00 PM Port of Toulon | 11h45 | 5:45 AM Port of Bastia | 0 transfersDirect | |
CORSICA FERRIES | 7:00 PM Port of Toulon | 10h30 | 5:30 AM Ajaccio | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, January 16 | |||||
![]() | 6:00 AM Marseille | 10h30 | 4:30 PM Ajaccio | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:15 AM Marseille | 10h30 | 4:45 PM Ajaccio | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Marseille | 10h00 | 4:30 PM Ajaccio | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Marseille to Ajaccio
Ferries from Marseille to Ajaccio run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 29m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) 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 6h 30m. There are 17 sailings per week. Ferries from Marseille to Ajaccio are available to foot passengers.


Distance 169 nautical miles (314 km) |
Average sailing duration 11h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 17 |
Fastest ferry 6h 30m |
First ferry 06:45 |
Last ferry 23:55 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Marseille to Ajaccio start from as low as $29 (€23) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $40 (€32) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 3 daily trains from Marseille to Ajaccio with 3 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 6h 30m but the average duration is 11h 29m
Train Operators
- Travel from Marseille to Ajaccio with La Meridionale and Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is La Meridionale.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Port of Toulon and arrive in Ajaccio
- First train typically departs at 06:45 AM and the last at 11:55 PM
Ferry operators: La Meridionale, Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries from Marseille to AjaccioYou can travel by ferry between Marseille to Ajaccio with La Meridionale, Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries for as low as $29 (€23). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Marseille to Ajaccio
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille to Ajaccio 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 Ajaccio, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Vieux Port, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Ajaccio, located 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre.
popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Marseille to Ajaccio
- 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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