Ferries from
Sicily to Tunisia
Ferries from
Sicily to Tunisia
Ferries from Sicily to Tunisia are available with 2 operators. The Palermo to Tunis ferry is the main ferry route from Sicily to Tunisia. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Sicily to Tunisia sail approximately 2 times per week and are provided by Grandi Navi Veloci & Grimaldi Lines.
Sicily to Tunisia ferry time ranges between 1 hour 40 minutes and 19 hours depending on the ferry route, operator, and ship.
The fastest ferry from Sicily to Tunisia is in 1 hour 40 minutes on the Palermo to Tunis ferry with Grimaldi Lines.
Yes, you can travel on a car ferry from Sicily to Tunisia with Grandi Navi Veloci & Grimaldi Lines.
The distance between Sicily and Tunisia is 229 miles (369km) and 199 nautical miles.
Sicily to Tunisia ferry prices can vary by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed ferry or conventional ferry.
The Palermo to Tunis ferry ferry sails approximately 3 times weekly with a crossing time of 10 hours 30 minutes.
For the best ferry offers, we recommend booking in advance for the cheapest ferry prices and availability. Visit our special offers page to take advantage of all the latest ferry discounts.
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| From | To | Average price | |
|---|---|---|---|
From PalermoSicily |
To TunisTunisia |
Average price£187.65 |
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Sicily can be found to the south of Italy and is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, separated from the mainland by the narrow Strait of Messina. Situated at the meeting point between East and West, Africa and Europe, Sicily is truly at the crossroads of Mediterranean culture and offers much to see, to taste, and to do. With a varied landscape of glistening seas and restless mountains, the scenery creates a dramatic and lasting impression on those who visit. With a host of natural wonders and long warm seasons, Sicily is an attractive year round destination for explorers and holidaymakers alike. Sicily is a hub for ferry connections with ferry services operated by some of Europe’s biggest ferry companies travelling to and from most of the surrounding islands, ports on the mainland, Malta and North Africa via Tunisia.
Tunisia is a slender country in North Africa, capped by the northernmost point on the continent. Bordered by Algeria and Libya, it has a 1,148 kilometre-long coastline on the Mediterranean Sea. Taking up 40% of the landmass, the Sahara Desert sweeps down southern Tunisia and is scattered with major archaeological sites like the ruinous city of Carthage, featuring the Antonine Baths. Overlooking the turquoise med, it was founded in the 9th Century BC by the Phoenicians and was rightly placed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1979. Tourist-friendly cities such as the capital, Tunis offer authentic shopping experiences in busy local markets, also known as souks, and French-style cuisine. Overlooking the namesake lake, Tunis hosts the country’s largest mosque and an impressive archaeological museum which houses intricate Roman mosaics. The former Roman colony of El Jem, just two hours from Tunis, is another unmissable marvel. Constructed in the third century, it contains a one of the largest amphitheatres of ancient Rome, with a capacity for 35,000 and a towering height of 41 metres. Monastir, one of the oldest cities in Tunisia, is, unsurprisingly, steeped in history; topping the list of sights is the well-preserved Forte El Ribat, affording excellent hilltop views with horse drawn carts available for tours. Hugely popular for its golden beaches, Djerba is an island off the southeast coast known for its handicraft markets and cultural influences of Berber, Arab, Jewish and African peoples. Owing to its location in the Mediterranean Sea, ferries to Tunisia come from many ports in southern Europe. The majority of routes link the capital and port city of Tunis with towns on the west coast of Italy and Palermo on Sicily, but there are also long-haul crossings from the south of France. These are also overnight sailings operated by excellent companies with large and comfortable ferries.
