Ferry from Golfo Aranci to Bastia

Traveling from Golfo Aranci to Bastia is easy, comfortable and you can take advantage of lower-cost ferry tickets thanks to the available discounts. The ferry company offers special discounts for specific passenger categories, including permanent residents in Sardinia and children up to 11 years old.

Note: infants up to 3 years old travel for free.

All Corsica Ferries ships are air-conditioned and offer various services on board. They have cafes, self-service or a la carte restaurants, and even dedicated menus for children. Some ships also have play areas, shops, TV rooms, Wi-Fi, chairs on the outside decks, and a swimming pool.

Here's more info on the services you can find on board ferries from Golfo Aranci to Bastia:

Cabins and accommodation

Although the Golfo Aranci - Bastia crossing is not so long, you can choose one of the above types of cabins: internal, external with sea view, suites, and cabins with access for travelers with disabilities.

Alternatively, you can opt for the cheaper deck-lounge seating.

Luggage

On the ferries of Corsica Ferries, every passenger has the right to bring, free of charge, 1 hand luggage, whose dimensions must not exceed 200x100x50 cm.

Traveling with pets

On Golfo Aranci - Bastia ferries, you can travel with your pet. Make sure to fill out the appropriate information as you book your tickets. A carrier or cage is required for small pets. As for larger pets, they must have a muzzle and be on a leash.

Tip: we recommend contacting the ferry company for more information on the documents and conditions required to travel with your pet.

• As the port of Golfo Aranci gets quite busy, it is highly recommended that you arrive at least 1 hour before boarding. 
• You can also reach Bastia by ferry from Italy. For more information, check out the Elba - Bastia and the Livorno - Bastia ferry routes.
• Check out our Bastia travel guide for holiday tips and useful information.
• If you wish to travel from Bastia to the south of France, you can choose a crossing to Toulon or Nice and discover the wonderful French Riviera!
• You can also catch a ferry from Sardinia to southern Corsica thanks to the Porto Torres to Ajaccio and Santa Teresa Gallura to Bonifacio routes.
• On Ferryhopper you can find all the info you need about ferries to Corsica, including routes, timetables, prices and ongoing offers!
• Plan your return trip by checking all ferry routes from Corsica to Sardinia and our dedicated page about ferries to Sardinia.

Where to take the ferry from Golfo Aranci to Bastia

Ferries to Bastia depart from the pier of Viale Stazione 4 in Golfo Aranci. 

The port of Golfo Aranci is very close to the town and is considered the main gateway to Costa Smeralda.

The Golfo Aranci railway station is located near the port, a few meters away from the boarding points for the peninsula, Corsica and mainland France (Nice and Toulon).

Where does the ferry arrive in Bastia?

The port of Bastia has multiple piers, including Porto Vecchio, usually used by fishing boats, and the commercial port, where ferries arrive from Bastia.

The harbour is located in the heart of the city and is also easily reached on foot.