CORSICA FERRIES
Read moreThe shipping company Corsica Ferries provides the majority of traffic to Corsica, covering the 4 major ports of the island, Bastia, Ile Rousse, Ajaccio and Porto Vecchio. From Marseille, Toulon or Nice - the shortest - the ferries offer a wide choice of schedules for crossings that increase in summer. For Italy, you can make connections between Bastia and Livorno (4 hours) or Bastia and Portoferraioon Elba Island (1h30). For the return trip, take the boat or go along the Ligurian coast by train to Ventimiglia and Nice. Other line in Liguria: Bastia-Savona.
CHEMIN DE FER DE LA CORSE (CFC)
Read moreThe micheline makes its way from Bastia to Ajaccio and from Bastia to Calvi at a speed that's not at all what you'd expect from this means of transport! The Corsican train serves the interior of the island with the Bastia-Ajaccio line, which takes in unexpected tunnels through sublime landscapes. It also links Balagne with other micro-regions, and provides students at Corte university with a free means of transport.
PORT DE COMMERCE DE BASTIA
Read moreLocated in the heart of the city, the port of Bastia welcomes over two million passengers every year. Three shipping companies, Corsica Linea, Corsica Ferries and Moby Lines, provide daily connections with the mainland (Marseille, Nice, Toulon) and Italy (Genoa, Livorno, Savona and Piombino). The port also links Bastia to Elba, the largest island in the Tuscan archipelago, famous for having welcomed Napoleon I in exile.
VIEUX-PORT
Read moreNestled like a jewel between the Place du Marché and the citadel, the Old Port, Terra Vechja, is Bastia's oldest and most emblematic district. Take a seat on one of the café terraces to enjoy the friendly atmosphere. Once frequented by the Genoese fleet, royal and imperial ships have given way to pleasure craft and fishing boats. Fish lovers beware: every day at 4 p.m., a trawler sells its catch next to the harbor master's office.
NEGRONI VOVAGES
Read moreBastia is a city in Corsica, known for its Mediterranean charm and historical heritage. To organize your trip to this beautiful city, you can call on the Negroni Voyages travel agency. The agency offers services by appointment online. Negroni Voyages offers tailor-made trips, direct flights and ticketing services. Take advantage of Negroni Voyages' expertise to organize an unforgettable trip to Bastia.
CARLSON WAGONLIT VOYAGES
Read moreCarlson Wagonlit Travel is a travel agency based in Bastia. It offers a variety of tourist services such as flight bookings, hotel reservations, guided tours and travel arrangements. It is advisable to check current timetables before travelling.
CORSE MOTO LOCATION
Read moreThis 2-wheeler rental agency is located on the marina of Bastia. Motorbike, scooter, mountain bike, whatever your licence and your desires, for a day or a week, you will find something to ride and visit the region. Note that this is the only agency in Bastia to rent 50cc scooters. It is better to call before your arrival if you want to be sure to have the bike you need. The site is precise and pleasant, all the necessary information concerning the models and options are mentioned.
GARE ROUTIÈRE DE BASTIA
Read moreIt's often said that it's impossible to spend a vacation in Corsica without a car, but several coach companies offer shuttle services between the different regions of Corsica. The Bastia tourist office website (www.bastia-tourisme.com > Séjourner > Transports > Circuler en autocar) lists routes, timetables and fares from the small bus station north of Place Saint-Nicolas, near the town hall. Explore Porto-Vecchio, Macinaggio, Rogliano, Barrettali, Saint-Florent or Calvi at affordable prices!