Marseille to Ajaccio Ferry

Where it leaves from

Ferries to Ajaccio sail from the Gare Maritime de la Joliette in Marseille. The terminal has dedicated vehicle check-in lanes and is well connected to the motorway network — useful if you are loading a car or campervan. You arrive at Ajaccio's Port de la Gare Maritime, right on the waterfront of Corsica's capital.

The crossing: a night at sea

The Marseille–Ajaccio crossing takes around 11 hours — slightly longer than the Bastia run because Ajaccio sits on Corsica's west coast. Most sailings leave Marseille in the evening, giving you the option to dine on board and sleep in a cabin, arriving ready to explore. Cabins range from simple four-berth inside rooms to small private options — well worth the upgrade for the overnight passage.

Operators

Both Corsica Linea and La Méridionale operate this route under the public service concession that guarantees year-round ferry access to Corsica. La Méridionale in particular has a long history on the Marseille–Ajaccio run and maintains sailings even in the quieter winter months.

Seasonality and tips

Summer (July–August) is the busiest period, with more frequent departures and higher demand for vehicle space and cabins. Book as early as possible — car places often sell out well before peak dates. In spring and autumn (April–June, September–October) the crossing is more relaxed, prices are lower, and you still get reliable daily sailings. Off-season frequencies drop to a few sailings a week, but the route remains open.