Marseille to Bordeaux Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Marseille, France to Bordeaux, France. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance: 1725.3 nm; nautical miles
Under Sail: 14.4 days; at 5 knots
Under Power: 7.2 days; at 10 knots
Best Time: May-October; Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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Distance: 1725.3 nautical miles

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This map shows the direct sea route from Marseille to Bordeaux. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a markedly indirect long-haul passage: the navigable route runs 533% longer than the 273 nm direct line, its heading turning from west-southwest to south-southeast. Transiting the Strait of Gibraltar.

Sea distance: 1725.3 nm (3195.2 km)
Direct line: 272.8 nm533% longer
Great-circle bearing: 292° (west-northwest)
Sea area: Mediterranean Sea
Geographic extent: 9.6° × 15.4°
Crossing: Domestic · Same region
Transits: Strait of Gibraltar
From: Marseille (France) 43.2965, 5.3698
To: Bordeaux (France) 44.8667, -0.5667
Route basis: Sea-lane route

Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speed	Duration
5 kn	14.4 days
8 kn	9 days
10 kn	7.2 days
12 kn	6 days

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

Named transits are identified from the sea-lane waypoint path.

Read the methodology — How we calculate sea distances

Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Marseille to Bordeaux Route

A long open-water within one country sea route between Marseille and Bordeaux, this passage between two major harbours in the Mediterranean region demands attention to conditions that shift with the season and locality, so consult an up-to-date marine forecast.

The corridor between neighbouring ports of the same region joins Marseille, France to Bordeaux, France.

Navigation Tips

•Plan this long open-water within one country leg in the Mediterranean region with attention to conditions that shift with the season and locality, so consult an up-to-date marine forecast.
•Provisioning for this long open-water passage in Mediterranean should account for regional supply networks.
•Allow time for entry formalities on this within one country leg between neighbouring ports of the same region.
•Adapt safety equipment to Mediterranean conditions for this long open-water crossing.
•For a within one country crossing between neighbouring ports of the same region, ensure clearance papers and visas are in order before departure.

Suggested Stops

On a long 1725.3 nm passage from Marseille to Bordeaux, these ports make convenient places to break the journey, refuel, and rest.

Malaga (Spain) · ≈638.9 nm in — View port details
Lisboa (Portugal) · ≈1008.7 nm in — View port details

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Marseille to Bordeaux by sea?

This is a long open-water sea passage of about 1725.3 nautical miles between Marseille and Bordeaux in Mediterranean.

How long does it take to sail from Marseille to Bordeaux?

Average voyage time on this long open-water between neighbouring ports of the same region leg of 1725.3 nautical miles is 7.2 days – 14.4 days.

What's the best time to sail from Marseille to Bordeaux?

Aim for May-October for the calmest passage in Mediterranean; off-peak periods bring conditions that shift with the season and locality, so consult an up-to-date marine forecast.

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