The cheapest and fastest ferries from Marseille to Bastia
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
11 h
Average duration
12 h 41 m
Ferries per day
4
Distance
337 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Marseille to Bastia is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Marseille to Bastia will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
Of the 4 ferries that leave Marseille for Bastia on Thu, Jul 16, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 16 the direct ferries cover the 337 km distance in an average of 12 h 41 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 11 h .
On Thu, Jul 16 the slowest ferries will take 14 h 30 m 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.
CORSICA FERRIES6:00 PM14h30Port of Sete8:30 AMPort of L'Île-Rousse€301One-way0 transfers
CORSICA FERRIES8:00 PM11h00Port of Toulon7:00 AMAjaccio€391One-way0 transfers
CORSICA FERRIES6:00 PM12h30Port of Toulon6:30 AMPort of Bastia€411One-way0 transfers
PIANA6:15 PM12h45Vieux Port7:00 AMAjaccio€451One-way0 transfers
CORSICA FERRIES8:00 PM11h00Port of Toulon7:00 AMAjaccio€391One-way0 transfers
CORSICA FERRIES6:00 PM12h30Port of Toulon6:30 AMPort of Bastia€411One-way0 transfers
PIANA6:15 PM12h45Vieux Port7:00 AMAjaccio€451One-way0 transfers
CORSICA FERRIES6:00 PM14h30Port of Sete8:30 AMPort of L'Île-Rousse€301One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight and ferry for Marseille to Bastia
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Bastia 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 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €79.
Distance: 181 nautical miles (337 km)
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€32 Average price Cheapest | €273 Average price |
13h 20m Average total duration 12h 20m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Marseille to Bastia 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 Mon, Wed, Fri |
Operator La Meridionale | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 13h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Thu, Sat |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat, Sun |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 13h35 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 6h30 | Sailing Days Fri, Sun |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 7h00 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 11h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sun |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 14h30 | Sailing Days Tue |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 6h15 | Sailing Days Wed, Sun |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 15h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Fri |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 8h30 | Sailing Days Mon |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 11h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 6h45 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 6h15 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 11h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 7h05 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun |
Operator Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 12h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Marseille to Bastia ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Marseille to Bastia ferries for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GIROLATA | 5:30 PM Vieux Port | 14h00 | 7:30 AM Porto-Vecchio | 0 transfersDirect | |
CORSICA FERRIES | 7:30 PM Port of Toulon | 11h30 | 7:00 AM Port of Bastia | 0 transfersDirect | |
CORSICA FERRIES | 8:00 PM Port of Toulon | 11h00 | 7:00 AM Ajaccio | 0 transfersDirect | |
CORSICA FERRIES | 11:00 PM Port of Toulon | 11h00 | 10:00 AM Port of L'Île-Rousse | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of La Meridionale to find the best option for your trip from Marseille to Bastia.
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Marseille to Bastia
Ferries from Marseille to Bastia run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 20m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €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 181 nautical miles (337 km) distance in 6h 30m. There are 21 sailings per week. Ferries from Marseille to Bastia are available to foot passengers.


Distance 181 nautical miles (337 km) |
Average sailing duration 12h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €23 |
Ferries per day 3 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 21 |
Fastest ferry 6h 30m |
First ferry 6:45 AM |
Last ferry 11:55 PM |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 49 days |
Ferry operators: Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries, La Meridionale from Marseille to BastiaYou can travel by ferry between Marseille to Bastia with Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries, La Meridionale for as low as €23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Corsica Ferries Sardinia Ferries
La Meridionale
FAQs: Ferry from Marseille to Bastia
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Marseille 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.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Marseille to Bastia
Most Marseille to Bastia ferries use the Port of Toulon to Port of Bastia port pair. Use this guide to compare Marseille and Bastia ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Which Marseille port do ferries to Bastia leave from?
Getting to Vieux Port from Marseille city centre
Vieux Port port facilities and services
Vieux Port has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Miramar (0.2km), La Caravelle (0.3km), Chez Fonfon (0.9km)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi. ATMs are available in the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Vieux Port.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Vieux Port: Parking, Taxis, WC.
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