Sardinia Ferry
Nice - Porto Torres
The only direct ferry from France to Sardinia, with Corsica Ferries from Nice
- Crossing in around 11 hours
- Occasional departures, seasonal
- Terminal at the Port de Commerce, bus 30 and 81 from the city
What you should know about the crossing
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Getting there & the terminal
Ferries depart from the Port de Commerce, Terminal 1 on Quai du Commerce, 06300 Nice. From the Promenade des Anglais, it's a ten- to fifteen-minute drive.
Without a car, bus routes 30 and 81 run directly to the port. From the train station, take lines 98 or 99 followed by the tram, around twenty minutes in total. Taxis are also available.
Check-in & departure
- Corsica Ferries: at least 90 minutes with a vehicle, two hours in July and August; one hour on foot. Check-in closes 30 minutes before departure.
If the deadline is missed, boarding is no longer guaranteed under the booking, and the ship may depart up to 30 minutes before the stated time. Online check-in opens seven days before departure.
Vehicle, bike & pets
Cars, motorhomes and motorbikes can travel on this route; vehicles are subject to the longer check-in deadlines above. The car deck is closed during the crossing, so take everything you need with you upstairs.
For dimensions, trailers and onboard power, see Motorhomes on the ferry; the rules for dogs and cats are on Travelling with a dog on the ferry.
Tickets & fares
Booking runs through the booking window above; the from-price is pulled live from the operator's data.
Because only occasional departures run, this is the least flexible route to Sardinia: if your date doesn't coincide with a departure, the route goes via the Italian ports instead. Book early and plan the outbound and return crossing together.
Nice - Porto Torres
From the French Riviera direct to Sardinia
Nice is the only French port with a direct connection to Sardinia. For travellers from France and the south-west, this saves the trip all the way to Italy.
Corsica Ferries operates the route seasonally with occasional departures, and the timetable is noticeably thinner than on the Italian routes. Check early whether your travel date lines up.
- Crossing
- approx. 11 hrs
- Operator
- Corsica Ferries
- Frequency
- occasional departures, seasonal
- From price
- €19
Next departures
FAQ Nice - Porto Torres
Frequently asked questions
Questions and answers about the Nice - Porto Torres ferry route
How often does the ferry from Nice to Porto Torres run?+
Corsica Ferries runs the route seasonally with occasional departures, noticeably less often than the Italian routes. The timetable shows which dates run.
How long does the crossing take?+
The crossing takes around 11 hours. The timetable shows which departure runs on your travel date.
How early do I need to be at the terminal?+
In Nice, Corsica Ferries requires at least 90 minutes with a vehicle, two hours in July and August; on foot, one hour. Check-in closes 30 minutes before departure. If more than one operator is an option, plan for the stricter deadline.
Can I bring my car or motorhome?+
Yes. Vehicles are subject to the longer check-in deadline. What you should know about dimensions, trailers and onboard power is on Motorhomes on the ferry.
Can I bring my pet on board?+
Dogs and cats are welcome. Rules vary by operator and cabin type - details and the required documents are on Travelling with a dog on the ferry.