🔄 Return ticket
The classic option. Sail to Collioure, enjoy the village, and hop back on the boat whenever you like (last return at 6:50 p.m. in summer).
AdultChild (3-11)
Return€19€14
Baby (under 3)Free 🎉
Boat Shuttles Argelès ↔ Collioure ↔ Port-Vendres
Visit Collioure or Port-Vendres with no car! Commented crossings, many daily departures.
⏱ 20-30 min
👶 Babies sail free
🅿️ No parking needed
📅 Up to 10 departures/day
Boat shuttles
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All tickets are available online and valid all day long
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🌟 Best value
🗺 Return + Cruise included
The outbound trip to Collioure plus a commented cruise on the way back, passing Port-Vendres and Cap Béar. The perfect combo!
AdultChild (3-11)
Return + Cruise€28€20
Baby (under 3)Free 🎉
➡️ One-way
Walking one way (coastal path) and sailing back? Or the opposite? The one-way ticket is just right for you.
AdultChild (3-11)
One-way€13€11
Baby (under 3)Free 🎉
🌙 Night shuttle
Dine in Collioure, admire the illuminations, and sail back at 10:30 p.m. The perfect evening with no car needed.
From 10 July to 31 August · Tue, Wed & Thu only
AdultChild (3-11)
Night€22€16
Baby (under 3)Free 🎉
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From 20 June to 20 September · Except Saturdays
🔄 Return ticket
Return shuttle between Argelès and Port-Vendres. Discover this authentic fishing port — the last deep-water port before Spain.
AdultChild (3-11)
Return€19€14
Baby (under 3)Free 🎉
➡️ One-way
Walk one way along the coast and sail back, or the opposite! Arrival in the heart of Port-Vendres village or at Quai Marco Polo in Argelès.
AdultChild (3-11)
One-way€13€11
Baby (under 3)Free 🎉
ℹ️ Good to know: Port-Vendres shuttles operate from 20 June to 20 September, every day except Saturdays. Check the timetable for exact times.
Practical info
Everything you need to know before boarding
Quai Marco Polo, Port of Argelès-sur-Mer (66700). Please arrive 15 minutes before departure. The return from Collioure leaves from the port of Collioure (next to the Château Royal). The return from Port-Vendres leaves from the marina.
Summer (10 July – 31 August): up to 10 departures per day from Argelès (8:30 a.m. to 6:15 p.m.). Spring/Autumn: 5 departures (9:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.). Port-Vendres shuttles run on specific days. Check our full timetable for details.
Strongly recommended in summer! Shuttles often sell out in July and August. By booking online, you secure your seat. Tickets are also available at our kiosk on the port.
Yes! Babies under 3 sail for free. Children aged 3 to 11 enjoy a reduced fare. All our trips are family-friendly.
The Collioure shuttle is operated by the Barracuda, a comfortable catamaran with capacity for up to 99 passengers. The Port-Vendres shuttle is operated by the Aquavista. All crossings are commented by our passionate crew.
Frequently asked questions about the boat shuttles
How long is the Argelès ↔ Collioure crossing?
The Argelès–Collioure boat shuttle takes 20 minutes from port to port. It is operated by the Barracuda, our 99-passenger catamaran, and the crossing is commented by the crew. The Argelès ↔ Port-Vendres shuttle takes 30 minutes aboard the Aquavista.
Do I have to book the shuttle in advance?
Online booking is strongly recommended in July and August, when departures often sell out. By booking ahead, you secure your seat and the departure of your choice. Tickets remain available at our kiosk on the port of Argelès, subject to availability.
How many departures are there per day?
In summer (10 July – 31 August), up to 10 departures per day from Argelès to Collioure, from approximately 8:30 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. In spring and autumn, 5 departures per day from 9:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Port-Vendres shuttles run from 20 June to 20 September, except on Saturdays.
Are children and babies welcome on board?
Yes, the shuttles are perfectly suited for families. Babies under 3 sail for free, children aged 3 to 11 enjoy a reduced fare (€14 return to Collioure, €11 one-way). Foldable pushchairs are welcome on board.
Is there a night shuttle to come back after dinner in Collioure?
Yes. The night shuttle runs from 10 July to 31 August, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. You dine in Collioure and sail back at 10:30 p.m. Fare: €22 adult, €16 child. The perfect way to enjoy the illuminated village with no parking worries.
Where is the boarding point in Argelès?
Boarding takes place at Quai Marco Polo, in the heart of the Port of Argelès-sur-Mer (66700). Please arrive 15 minutes before departure. The return from Collioure leaves from the port of Collioure, right next to the Château Royal.
Ready to set sail?
Book your shuttle and discover the Côte Vermeille stress-free
Meanwhile, Collioure tells its story
Before boarding, or after your day on shore, dive into what makes Collioure unique seen from the sea: royal castle of Mallorca, bell-tower-lighthouse, the light that inspired the Fauvist painters.
🏛 Collioure from the sea — the full story →