Ferry Skikda – Marseille
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Skikda – Marseille with Algérie Ferries
Skikda – Marseille offers a direct return from the east coast to France, with few departures a month in summer. The ship leaves the bay of Skikda and heads up to Marseille across the Mediterranean west of Sardinia.
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.
If you are coming from Constantine or further afield, plan to arrive the day before departure so as not to risk missing boarding. As rotations are few, there is no second chance the next day.
Skikda – Marseille at a glance
- Company Algérie Ferries
- Crossing time around a full day at sea
- Sailings about three crossings a month 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.
Skikda
Skikda, built in 1838 under the name Philippeville, grew on the ruins of ancient Rusicade, of which a Roman theatre and cisterns remain. The town is also a major industrial hub, with a large petrochemical zone, but its beaches, including Stora, and the nearby coast road attract many holidaymakers in summer. Constantine, the city of bridges, is only about eighty kilometres away. Departures to Marseille need careful planning, as sailings are few.
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 Skikda – Marseille: your questions
How long is the ferry crossing from Skikda to Marseille?
Around a day, i.e. about 24 hours depending on the ship. 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 Skikda and Marseille?
Algérie Ferries generally offers about three crossings a month in summer. The programme changes with the seasons: check the dates open in the search engine.
Which company sails from Skikda to Marseille?
On this route, our search engine offers the sailings of Algérie Ferries, the Algerian national company.
Can I travel with my vehicle between Skikda and Marseille?
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 Skikda to Marseille?
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.
