How to travel from Nice to Ajaccio, France
The distance between Nice and Ajaccio is around 244km (152 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 1h 30m.
5 routes found
We've found 5 different ways to get from Nice to Ajaccio by ferry, car, train and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Ajaccio → Nice if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Nice (NCE) to Ajaccio (AJA).
- Duration1h 30m
- Flight time50min
- Typical cost€240($240)
Air Corsica
1 similiar route
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Ferry
Take a ferry to Ajaccio.
- Duration8h 30m
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost€87($87)
Corsica Ferries
Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Bastia then take the train to Ajaccio.
- Duration9h 55m
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical cost€65($65)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Bastia then drive to Ajaccio.
- Duration8h 20m
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical cost€60($60)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nice and Ajaccio
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Nice to Ajaccio by ferry, car, train and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then drive which costs around €60 ($60) and will take around 8h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 1h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €240 ($240).
The distance between Nice and Ajaccio is around 244km (152 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 231km (143 miles)
It takes around 8h 20m to get from Nice and Ajaccio by ferry and car.
The quickest way to get from Nice to Ajaccio is to fly which takes around 1h 30m and will set you back approx €240 ($240).
The cheapest way to travel between Nice and Ajaccio is to take a ferry and then drive which will typically cost around €60 ($60) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Nice and Ajaccio. We recommend that you fly from Nice (NCE) to Ajaccio (AJA). instead which will take 1h 30m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Nice and Ajaccio. We recommend that you fly from Nice (NCE) to Ajaccio (AJA). instead which will take 1h 30m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Nice and Ajaccio. The ferry typically takes around 8h 30m and departs once a week.
Corsica Ferries run the ferry services between Nice and Ajaccio. Ferries run once a week and take around 8h 30m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Nice and Ajaccio. Flights depart from Nice (NCE) and arrive at Ajaccio (AJA). The flight takes around 50min.
Yes there is a direct flight between Nice and Ajaccio with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 50min.
Air Corsica fly between Nice and Ajaccio. Flights depart from Nice (NCE) and and arrive into Ajaccio (AJA). These flights usually take around 50min.
The flight from Nice to Ajaccio typically takes around 50min. Flights depart from Nice (NCE) and and arrive into Ajaccio (AJA).
The closest major airport to Ajaccio is Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport (AJA) (AJA) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Ajaccio. Sud Corse Airport (FSC) (FSC) and Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) (NCE) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Nice to Ajaccio. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bastia then drive to Ajaccio. instead which will take 8h 20m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nice to Ajaccio is to take a ferry and then drive which takes, on average, 8h 20m and will usually cost around €60 ($60).
Compare travel optionsbetween Nice and Ajaccio
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 1h 30m | €240($240) | hourly | 244km (152 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 4h 45m | €240($240) | 4 times a day | 363km (226 miles) |
Ferry | 8h 30m | €87($87) | once a week | 623km (387 miles) |
Ferry and Train | 9h 55m | €65($65) | 4 times a week | 378km (235 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 8h 20m | €60($60) | 4 times a week | 378km (235 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Nice and Ajaccio
Ferry operators
La Meridionale
Corsica Ferries
Train operators
Chemins de Fer de la Corse
Airlines
Air Corsica
Airports near Ajaccio
The following major airports near Ajaccio offer regular flights to various popular destinations within France and internationally.
Ajaccio Napoleon Bonaparte Airport (AJA)
- Distance
- 5km (3 miles) from Ajaccio
Sud Corse Airport (FSC)
- Distance
- 56km (35 miles) from Ajaccio
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)
- Distance
- 230km (143 miles) from Ajaccio