Ferry Marseille – Algiers
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Marseille – Algiers with Corsica Linea
Corsica Linea is the French company on the Marseille – Algiers line. In summer it deploys its largest ships here, including the Méditerranée, which can carry about 2,800 passengers according to the specialist press. The trip takes a little under a day and is made largely at night.
Corsica Linea’s ships offer cabins, restaurants, lounges and an outdoor deck. For an overnight crossing a cabin remains the most comfortable choice, especially for families.
The July and August sailings are the most in demand: if you travel then, do not wait. Also check the rules that may apply to vehicles bound for Algeria between mid-June and mid-September.
Marseille – Algiers at a glance
- Company Corsica Linea
- Crossing time about 20 to 23 hours
- Sailings several sailings a week in summer, with extra ones in July
- Ships Méditerranée, Jean Nicoli, Danielle Casanova, Paglia Orba
- 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.
Algiers
Algiers is best discovered from the sea: the white city rises in an amphitheatre above the bay, which gave it the nickname “Algiers the White”. Its Arabic name, El Djazaïr, means “the islands”, recalling the islets that faced the first ancient settlement. The Casbah, an old quarter of tightly packed houses and narrow stairways, has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992. Higher up, the basilica of Notre-Dame d’Afrique overlooks the gulf, while the neo-Moorish Grande Poste is one of the most photographed buildings in the centre. The Jardin d’Essai du Hamma, created in the 19th century, offers a shady walk at the foot of the city.
Ferry Marseille – Algiers: your questions
How long is the ferry crossing from Marseille to Algiers?
About 20 to 23 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 Marseille and Algiers?
Corsica Linea generally offers several sailings a week in summer, with extra ones in July. The programme changes with the seasons: check the dates open in the search engine.
Which company sails from Marseille to Algiers?
This page covers the crossing run by Corsica Linea. Algérie Ferries also serves this route: each company has its own page.
Can I travel with my vehicle between Marseille and Algiers?
Yes, the ferry’s garage takes cars, motorhomes and sometimes two-wheelers. For a crossing between Europe and Algeria in summer, find out in advance about the formalities that apply to vehicles.
How do I book a ferry from Marseille to Algiers?
The simplest way is to use the search engine at the top of the page: select Marseille and Algiers, add passengers and vehicle, then compare timetables before confirming.
