🌊 Why choose the Port of Bastia

The Port of Bastia is one of the most important in Corsica.

It’s easy to reach.

It’s close to the city center.

And it’s the ideal arrival point to start exploring the island.

Ferries from Italy and France arrive and depart daily. Perfect for weekend trips, summer holidays "or road trips".

🚢 How to get to Bastia by ferry

The Port of Bastia is connected to major Italian ports:

• Livorno
• Genoa

The company operating routes to Bastia is:

• Corsica Ferries

Crossings take between 4 and 9 hours, depending on the route. In summer departures increase, while in low season they decrease.

👉 Book early, especially if traveling with a car or camper.

🧭 How the Port of Bastia is organized

The port is modern, well-organized and offers many services:

• ferry terminals
• ticket offices
• bars and restaurants
• boarding area for cars, motorcycles and campers

The port area is just a few minutes’ walk from the city center. Perfect to start exploring Bastia right away.

🏙️ What to see in Bastia

1. Vieux Port (Old Port)

Colorful, authentic and full of seaside venues. Great for an aperitif or a traditional dinner.

2. The Citadel

The fortified district overlooking the city. Postcard-perfect panoramic views.

3. Historic center

Medieval alleys, elegant squares and Baroque architecture. Perfect for walks and photography.

4. Nearby beaches

Arinella Beach is the most convenient. Wide, quiet and perfect for relaxing.

🚗 Where to go from Bastia

Bastia is a strategic base to explore northern Corsica:

• Cap Corse → wild landscapes and seaside villages
• Saint-Florent → beaches, nightlife and turquoise sea
• Desert des Agriates → unspoiled nature and paradise beaches
• Corte → mountainous and authentic Corsica

Ideal for road trips.

🎒 What to bring for a ferry trip

• ID document
• digital or printed ticket
• water and snacks
• light sweatshirt
• power bank
• headphones
• travel pillow (for night crossings)

If traveling with a car or motorcycle:

• full tank
• insurance
• check luggage weight and size

💡 Useful travel tips

• Arrive 1–2 hours before departure (more in August).
• Book a cabin if traveling overnight.
• Buy tickets in advance: summer sells out quickly.
• Bring seasickness remedies.
• You can walk from the port to the city center.

❤️ Why choose Bastia as your first stop

Bastia is a lively and authentic city. Perfect if you want to:

• reach Corsica easily
• combine sea and culture
• start a scenic tour
• discover the north of the island

From the port, everything is close. And exploring Corsica becomes easy and enjoyable.

Travel always connected

If you want to work, watch content, use social media or simply stay in touch during your trip:

👉 On Mediterranean ferries you can connect with Seafy Wi-Fi.

Stable connection.

Fast access.

Perfect for smart working, streaming and video calls.

🔗 Discover Seafy and get ready to travel connected, even at sea.