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Sète: ferries, timetables and prices
The port of Sète, on the Mediterranean coast of southern France, is a key departure point for ferries to Morocco and Algeria. From here you can sail with your vehicle to Nador, Tanger Med and Béjaïa, with services that are especially popular in summer and during school holidays. These routes are widely used by families, workers and students travelling between France, North Africa and the rest of Europe with cars, vans or motorbikes. On TheBato you can compare companies, timetables and prices in a single search, add your vehicle and choose between seats and cabins, with support in English, French, Spanish and Arabic.
Tip: many departures between Sète and Morocco/Algeria are weekly and sell out fast on peak dates. Book as early as possible, especially with a vehicle, and compare alternative routes from Spanish ports such as Barcelona, Valencia, Almeria or Motril on TheBato.
Ferry timetables from Sète depend on the season, company and route. Crossings to Nador and Tanger Med are long international journeys that usually operate weekly or several times per week in high season, with night and day departures. The Sète ↔ Béjaïa connection with Algeria also tends to have limited weekly departures and is concentrated on certain months of the year. On TheBato you can see current schedules, departure and arrival times, approximate duration and available accommodation (seat, reclining seat or cabin) for each sailing.
The port of Sète handles passenger ferries, freight and other maritime traffic. Facilities typically include ticket offices and check-in desks, customs and police controls, waiting rooms, toilets, nearby cafés and shops and services for passengers with reduced mobility. As an active commercial port, it is advisable to follow the directions given by staff and arrive early on days with multiple departures.
On TheBato you can compare multiple ferry companies that operate between Sète, Morocco and Algeria in a single search. Add your vehicle or travel on foot, choose your timetable and onboard accommodation and pay securely online. Our team is used to helping families, workers and students travelling between France, North Africa and the rest of Europe, with support in English, French, Spanish and Arabic via WhatsApp and email.
From Sète there are regular ferries to Nador and Tanger Med in Morocco and to Béjaïa in Algeria, with more departures in high season. Frequencies and exact dates depend on the ferry company and time of year.
The Sète – Nador crossing is a long international route and typically takes around about 40 hours, depending on the operator, timetable and sea conditions.
The Sète – Tanger Med ferry is another long crossing that usually takes around roughly 40–45 hours, depending on the ship, route and season.
The Sète – Béjaïa route normally has one sailing per week in season and the journey usually lasts around about 20–26 hours, depending on timetable and vessel.
Services between Sète and North Africa generally operate for much of the year, but some routes or departures may be seasonal. Always check current timetables on TheBato for your travel dates.
Yes. Ferries from Sète to Morocco and Algeria usually accept cars, vans, motorbikes and sometimes campers. Select “with vehicle” when searching on TheBato and enter the exact type and dimensions when you book.
Visa requirements depend on your nationality and residence status. Many EU/Schengen nationals can enter Morocco without a visa for short stays, while visas are more often required for Algeria. Always check the latest official rules before travelling.
If you are travelling with a vehicle, plan to arrive around 2–3 hours before departure. Foot passengers should be at the port at least 90–120 minutes before departure, and a bit earlier on very busy days.