France
La Méridionale
Mixed freight-and-passenger ferries, Marseille to Corsica
Est. 1931Marseille, France
Photo: Didier Duforest (Altona) / Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)- 3
- Routes
- 4
- Ports
- 12h 45m
- Avg crossing
- 1
- Vessels
- 1931
- Founded
La Méridionale is a ferry operator, founded in 1931 and based in Marseille, France. It operates 3 ferry routes serving 4 ports. Its fleet includes Piana Cabin Out A4E. Across its network, crossings average about 12h 45m.
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La Méridionale departures today
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Timetables
Which routes does La Méridionale operate?
3 routes with live schedules.
| Route | Crossing | Sailings | Operators | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marseille → Ajaccio | 12h 45m | 1 / wk | 2 | France |
| Marseille → Bastia | — | — | 1 | France |
| Tánger Med → Marseille | — | — | 1 | Morocco |
Marseille2 routes
Tánger Med1 route
Network
Where does La Méridionale sail?
La Méridionale sails to 4 ports.
Experience
Onboard & services
- Cabins & reclining seats
- Large freight decks
- Particulate filters
- Public-service routes
- Historic French ferry line between Marseille and Corsica, founded 1931
- A CMA CGM subsidiary since 2023
- Sails Marseille to Ajaccio and Porto-Vecchio under the Corsica public-service delegation
- Also Marseille–Tanger Med (Morocco) and a Toulon–Île-Rousse service
- Runs only mixed freight-and-passenger ships
Fleet
La Méridionale fleet
1 vessel seen in our schedules.
- Piana Cabin Out A4E
About
About La Méridionale
La Méridionale is a historic French ferry company sailing between Marseille and Corsica. Founded in 1931 as the Compagnie Méridionale de Navigation, it has been a CMA CGM subsidiary since 2023 and is distinctive for running only mixed freight-and-passenger ships.
Marseille to Corsica, and Morocco
Under the Corsican public-service delegation it sails from Marseille to Ajaccio and Porto-Vecchio, and it also crosses the Mediterranean from Marseille to Tanger Med in Morocco, with links to Sardinia and a Toulon–Île-Rousse service.
Fleet and fares
Its French-flagged ro-pax ships — Piana, Girolata and Massalia — combine cabins and reclining seats for passengers with large freight decks, an approach that defines the company. It has invested in cleaner technology such as particulate filters and ballast-water treatment. Fares are in euros.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When was La Méridionale founded?
La Méridionale was founded in 1931, and is headquartered in Marseille, France.
Where does La Méridionale sail?
La Méridionale operates 3 ferry routes and serves 4 ports in France, including Ajaccio, Bastia, Marseille, Tánger Med.
What ships does La Méridionale operate?
La Méridionale's fleet seen in our schedules includes Piana Cabin Out A4E.
What facilities are available on La Méridionale ferries?
La Méridionale ferries typically offer Cabins & reclining seats, Large freight decks, Particulate filters, Public-service routes. Facilities vary by vessel and route — check the specific sailing for details.
How early should I arrive for a La Méridionale ferry?
Arrive at the terminal at least 30–60 minutes before a La Méridionale departure as a foot passenger, and allow longer with a vehicle. Boarding and check-in times vary by port and route — confirm with La Méridionale.
How do I find La Méridionale ferry times?
Browse the live timetables for every La Méridionale route on this page. Schedules are updated as the operator publishes them — always confirm with La Méridionale before travelling, as sailings change seasonally.
Reviewed by Serhat Özçelik, Founder & Editor of Ferry Schedule Hub · Last updated June 13, 2026.
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