Access to Port-Cros is possible from several towns along the Var coast. Depending on the point of departure, the crossing takes between 30 and 55 minutes.
Port-Cros is a (very) small island, so bringing a car is not an option. Bicycles are also not permitted on the island. If you're hoping to explore by bike, Porquerolles is a better alternative, with numerous trails perfectly suited for mountain biking.
While families with young children are welcome, visiting with a stroller is not ideal. You’ll likely be limited to staying near the port, as the island’s paths are mainly rugged trails through hilly terrain—unsuitable for strollers. Again, Porquerolles is the recommended choice for visitors with young children.
With a bit of luck, you may even spot dolphins during the boat ride to Port-Cros.
This is the most frequently used departure point to reach Port-Cros. TLV offers several sailings daily, year-round.
Round-trip fares:
Adults: €29
Reduced fare: €25*
*Applies to youth aged 4 to under 26 (free for children under 4), large families, seniors aged 65+, individuals with reduced mobility (ID required), and groups of 20 or more.
Important: Departures leave from Port Saint-Pierre in Hyères, the main port located near the airport. Do not confuse it with La Tour Fondue, which only serves Porquerolles.
The crossing takes approximately 45 minutes, with one round-trip per day. Departure at 9:00 AM and return at 4:15 PM.
Operates Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays during mid-season, and daily (except Saturdays) in July and August.
Fares:
Adults: €35.50
Children: €24
🔗 https://www.bateliersdelacotedazur.com/bateau-port-cros.php
Departures from the port of La Favière in Bormes-les-Mimosas aboard a hybrid boat (half electric, half combustion).
One round-trip per day, except Sundays and Mondays.
Departure: 09:00 AM
Return: 4:25 PM
Fares:
Adults: €33
Children: €28
Advance booking is recommended, as this is one of the more affordable options and the vessel accommodates only 50 passengers.
🔗 https://www.latitudeverte.fr/bateau-port-cros/
The crossing takes 35 minutes. Regular sailings are available daily starting in April. The company may offer up to seven departures per day (see website for exact schedules).
Fares:
Adults: €33
Children: €26 (free for children under 4)
🔗 http://www.vedettesilesdor.fr/
This company offers summer excursions to the Hyères Islands, departing from Sainte-Maxime and Les Issambres. You can choose to disembark at Port-Cros (6-hour stop) or continue to Porquerolles (4-hour stop). On Wednesdays, it's possible to visit both: 1h15 in Port-Cros and 3h30 in Porquerolles.
Departure:
9:00 AM from Les Issambres
9:30 AM from Sainte-Maxime
Return: Between 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM
Available on:
Mondays from August 1 to August 25
Wednesdays from April 16 to September 26
Thursdays from July 1 to August 25
Fridays from June 1 to September 26
Fares:
Adults: €44.20
Children: €28.50
Combined ticket (Port-Cros + Porquerolles): €63.40
