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Sète → L’Île-Rousse (Corsica)

Corsica Ferries’ crossing from Sète, on the Languedoc coast west of Montpellier, to L’Île-Rousse in north-west Corsica. It suits drivers from south-west France and Spain, and takes about fourteen hours, mostly overnight.

⏱ About 14h – 14h 30m🚢 1 operator📅 About 4 sailings a week🚗 Vehicles accepted🐕 Pet friendly
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Sète to L’Île-Rousse (Corsica) ferry at a glance

The ferry from Sète to L’Île-Rousse (Corsica) takes About 14h – 14h 30m across the Mediterranean Sea, operated by Corsica Ferries. Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: about 4 sailings a week.

Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-10-28.

Sources: ferryscanner.com · How we verify

Return crossing: L’Île-Rousse (Corsica) to Sète

Corsica Ferries also sails L’Île-Rousse (Corsica) to Sète, taking About 14h – 14h 30m. Corsica Ferries also sails L’Île-Rousse to Sète.

Sète to L’Île-Rousse (Corsica) ferry timetable & sailing pattern

Times from Ferryscanner, check before you travel. Corsica Ferries publishes its timetable only behind a bot check, so these times are the booking sites’.

About 4 sailings a week

Ferryscanner listed 4 crossings in the coming week (28 Oct 2026); night sailings run. No second booking site publishes times for this pair.

Return: Corsica Ferries also sails L’Île-Rousse to Sète.

Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures and live seats for your travel date before you book.

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Source: Ferryscanner route page. Verified 2026-10-28.

Maritime Crossing Route Map

Interactive sea passage between Sète and L’Île-Rousse (Corsica)

📐 234 Nautical Miles
Sète⇄L’Île-Rousse (Corsica)
⏱ About 14h – 14h 30m · 📐 234 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
Corsica FerriesAbout 14h – 14h 30mCorsica Ferries ro-pax

Route Features

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Vehicles

Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted

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Foot Passengers

Walk-on passengers welcome

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Pets

Pets allowed with valid documents

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Distance

234 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

  • The Chemins de fer de la Corse train runs from L’Île-Rousse along the coast to Calvi
  • Sète station has trains to Montpellier and Toulouse

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the ferry from Sète to L’Île-Rousse (Corsica)?
About 14 to 14 and a half hours (Ferryscanner: 14h 33m on average, shortest 14 hours). Corsica Ferries publishes its timetable only behind a bot check, so these times are the booking sites’.
How often does the Sète to L’Île-Rousse (Corsica) ferry sail?
About four times a week, according to Ferryscanner.
Which ferry companies sail from Sète to L’Île-Rousse (Corsica)?
Corsica Ferries operates this route. Compare sailing times and ticket types before booking, as they often differ between operators.
Can I take my car on the Sète to L’Île-Rousse (Corsica) ferry?
Yes. Vehicles are carried on this route. Book vehicle space in advance for peak dates, and check the operator’s height, length and trailer limits for campervans and larger vehicles.
Can I take the Sète to L’Île-Rousse (Corsica) ferry as a foot passenger?
Yes. Foot passengers can travel on this route. Allow time to reach the passenger terminal and check the operator’s check-in closing time.
Are dogs and pets allowed on the Sète to L’Île-Rousse (Corsica) ferry?
Pets are accepted on this route, subject to the operator’s rules (for example staying in the vehicle, kennels or pet-friendly cabins). International crossings also require the correct pet travel documents.
How far is Sète from L’Île-Rousse (Corsica) by ferry?
The sea crossing is about 234 nautical miles (roughly 433 km).