Ajaccio–Sète Ferry: Cheap Tickets from Corsica to Southern France
The Best Deals on Ferries from Ajaccio to Sète
One last sunset over the Gulf of Ajaccio, and the next morning, you’re already in Occitania. The ferry from Ajaccio to Sète is the direct route from the capital of Corsica to southern France and Spain: you sleep on board and disembark just two hours from the border, ready to continue your journey by road. On Clickferry, you can compare schedules, choose between a seat or a cabin, and book with the best discounts.
Ferry Ticket Price from Ajaccio to Sète
The average price of the ferry from Ajaccio to Sète is €50. The fare depends on the date, the type of accommodation, and whether you’re traveling with a vehicle. To pay less:
- Book your return trip at the same time as your one-way ticket: this route has few departures, and car spaces sell out quickly.
- Avoid the last weekend in August: that’s when the number of return travelers peaks.
- Compare seats and cabins: on overnight crossings, a shared cabin is a great deal.
If you haven’t booked your outbound trip yet, check the ferry from Sète to Ajaccio.
Ferry Schedule from Ajaccio to Sète
Corsica Ferries operates a weekly seasonal departure from Ajaccio, arriving in Sète the following morning. Days and times vary by season; use the Clickferry search tool to see the exact departures for your dates.
How long does the ferry ride from Ajaccio to Sète take?
The trip takes about 13 hours and 30 minutes to cover roughly 445 km. By traveling at night, you save time: you arrive in France in the morning and can be in Barcelona by lunchtime.
Shipping Company: Corsica Ferries
Corsica Ferries is the only ferry company that connects Ajaccio with Sète. On board, you'll find cabins with private bathrooms, seats, a restaurant, a bar, shops, and outdoor decks where you can wave goodbye to the Sanguinaires Islands.
What to See in Sète and the Surrounding Area
Sète and the Thau Lagoon are a great stop before heading home.
- Canals and the fishermen’s quarter: the most authentic side of Sète, with the fish market and colorful boats.
- Nautical jousting: in the summer, the city’s most famous tradition, featuring duels on boats in the Canal Royal.
- Mont Saint-Clair: views of the sea, the city, and the lagoon.
- Lido Beaches: kilometers of sandy beaches between Sète and Marseillan.
- Montpellier: its historic center and Place de la Comédie, less than half an hour away.
Traveling by car from Ajaccio to Sète
You can bring your car, RV, van, motorcycle, or bicycle on board; the price depends on the size of the vehicle. Traveling back in your own car saves you the cost of a rental and lets you continue your trip as soon as you get off the ship.
Traveling with a Pet on the Ajaccio–Sète Ferry
Please review Corsica Ferries' pet policy before booking. Typically, a European pet passport, a microchip, and up-to-date vaccinations are required, and a muzzle may be mandatory in common areas. Our customer service team can help you confirm this.
Discounts on Ajaccio–Sète Ferry Tickets
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