Ferry Algiers – Marseille
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Algiers – Marseille with Algérie Ferries
On the way back, the Algiers – Marseille crossing takes you to France in one night and a morning. Algérie Ferries runs the large ships of its fleet here, including the Badji Mokhtar III, the most recent. Departure times from Algiers vary by period: check the dates offered in the search engine.
The company’s ships have restaurants, shops and relaxation areas, and most passengers spend the night in a cabin. Bring something to keep you busy during the long crossing, as the opening hours of services may vary.
Arrive at the port well in advance: in summer, exit formalities and vehicle boarding take time, and weekend departures are the busiest. Keep your outward and return tickets and your identity documents to hand.
Algiers – Marseille at a glance
- Company Algérie Ferries
- Crossing time about 21 to 22 hours (one night on board)
- Sailings a few sailings a week, more in summer
- Ships Tariq Ibn Ziyad, Tassili II, El Djazair II, Badji Mokhtar III
- Check-in report to the terminal at the time shown on your ticket
- On board cabins, restaurants, lounges
Indicative information collected in November 2026. Timetables, ships and check-in instructions may change: check them in the search engine and on your ticket before you travel.
Algiers
You leave Algiers the way you arrive, facing the sea: the white city rises in an amphitheatre above the bay, hence its nickname “Algiers the White”. Before leaving, many travellers climb to the basilica of Notre-Dame d’Afrique, which overlooks the gulf, or take a last walk through the lanes of the Casbah, a UNESCO site since 1992. The neo-Moorish Grande Poste and the Jardin d’Essai du Hamma, created in the 19th century, remain popular stops. Allow time for port formalities, which are often longer in high season.
Marseille
Arriving in Marseille by sea, you see the hill of Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde long before you reach the breakwaters of one of the busiest ports in the Mediterranean. The ferry quays are north of the centre, in the port area, so allow for a bus, taxi or car transfer to the Old Port and Saint-Charles station, where the TGV leaves for Paris, Lyon and the Riviera. If you have a day to spare, climb up to the Bonne Mère for the panorama or stroll through the Panier district.
Ferry Algiers – Marseille: your questions
How long is the ferry crossing from Algiers to Marseille?
About 21 to 22 hours, with one night on board. The exact time depends on the ship, the weather and the timetable chosen: it is shown in the search engine on this page.
How many sailings are there between Algiers and Marseille?
Algérie Ferries generally offers a few sailings a week, more in summer. The programme changes with the seasons: check the dates open in the search engine.
Which company sails from Algiers to Marseille?
This page covers the crossing run by Algérie Ferries. Corsica Linea also serves this route: each company has its own page.
Can I travel with my vehicle between Algiers and Marseille?
Yes, cars and motorhomes are accepted on board, subject to space and the rules in force at the time of travel. State your vehicle when searching to see the crossings that accept it.
How do I book a ferry from Algiers to Marseille?
Choose your dates in the search engine on this page, compare the available crossings and confirm your ticket online. The fare depends on the date, the accommodation on board, any vehicle and the number of passengers.
