Ferry Marseille – Oran
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Marseille – Oran with Algérie Ferries
Marseille – Oran is the main link to western Algeria. It is longer than the Algiers route, because the ferry has to pass east of the Balearic Islands before heading down to the bay of Oran. Algérie Ferries runs it in summer with less frequent rotations than Algiers, which makes it a departure to book early.
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.
This crossing is chosen by families from Oran, Mostaganem, Tlemcen or Sidi Bel Abbès. Count on a full day at sea and bring something to keep you busy: as departures take place in the evening or morning depending on the period, the exact schedule is shown in the search engine.
Marseille – Oran at a glance
- Company Algérie Ferries
- Crossing time about 24 to 26 hours
- Sailings a few crossings a month in the summer season
- 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.
Marseille
Marseille is the oldest city in France: Greek sailors from Phocaea founded Massalia here around 600 BC. The Old Port has kept the city turned towards the sea and the far shore of the Mediterranean ever since. The basilica of Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde, known to locals as the “Bonne Mère”, watches over the harbour from its hill, and the Mucem, which opened in 2013 at the mouth of the port, is devoted to Mediterranean civilisations. The Panier district, with its sloping lanes, and the nearby calanques make up a stay that many travellers extend by a day before boarding.
Oran
From the sea, Oran looks like a city in tiers set against the Murdjadjo, the mountain crowned by the fort and chapel of Santa Cruz. Nicknamed “El Bahia”, the radiant, it is the country’s second city and a crossroads of western Algeria: from here the road leads to Tlemcen, Mostaganem and Sidi Bel Abbès. The city centre, with 1 November Square and the regional theatre, is a short distance from the port, which makes the first hours on the ground easy.
Ferry Marseille – Oran: your questions
How long is the ferry crossing from Marseille to Oran?
About 24 to 26 hours, i.e. one night and a full day. 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 Marseille and Oran?
Algérie Ferries generally offers a few crossings a month in the summer season. The programme changes with the seasons: check the dates open in the search engine.
Which company sails from Marseille to Oran?
Algérie Ferries, the Algerian national company, is the company running this crossing in our selection.
Can I travel with my vehicle between Marseille and Oran?
Yes, you can take your car. Say so when you search: the engine then shows only the crossings that accept it, with the spaces available.
How do I book a ferry from Marseille to Oran?
Enter the departure port, the destination and the date in the search engine, then choose the crossing that suits you. Booking and payment are done online, and your ticket is sent to you by e-mail.
