Ferry Marseille → Ajaccio 🇫🇷🇫🇷
OperatorsLa Méridionale
Durationaround 12 h 45
Frequencyseveral sailings per week in summer
Pricefrom €63
Sail from Marseille to Ajaccio, Corsica's imperial capital, aboard La Méridionale. The overnight crossing takes around 12 h 45: you leave the Vieux-Port in the evening and dock on the island at sunrise, rested and ready to explore. On board the Piana you can pick a reclining seat to keep costs down or book a private cabin to sleep through the night in comfort. The line carries cars and pets, making it a favourite with families, summer holidaymakers and Corsicans heading home with their own vehicle.
Operators on this route
- La Méridionale
How to book your ferry
- Pick your date and number of passengers.
- Compare operators, schedules and fares in real time.
- Add a vehicle, cabin or pet if needed, then pay online securely.
Good to know
- Vehicles (car, motorbike, motorhome) accepted on most departures.
- Cabins and reclining seats available for overnight crossings.
- Pets welcome depending on the operator.
Frequently asked questions
- How long is the Marseille - Ajaccio crossing?
- The overnight crossing takes around 12 h 45. Departures are in the evening (around 18:15) with arrival in Ajaccio the next morning, near 07:00.
- Which company operates this route?
- The Marseille - Ajaccio route is operated by La Méridionale, usually aboard the vessel Piana.
- Can I bring my car and my pet?
- Yes. The crossing carries vehicles and pets; just add them to your booking along with your passenger ticket.
- Should I book a cabin in advance?
- As it is an overnight sailing, a cabin is recommended for a good night's sleep. Reclining seats start around €63 and cabins from about €155; book early in summer when demand is high.