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Ferry from Palermo to Tunis

The Palermo Tunis ferry is serviced by 2 ferry companies: Grimaldi Lines & Grandi Navi Veloci. Palermo Tunis ferries take around 10 hours 59 minutes. The ferry costs between £34 and £234, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Palermo to Tunis.

Palermo Tunis Ferry Times

The first Palermo Tunis ferry typically departs from Palermo at around 02:30. The last ferry usually departs at 12:30.

How long is the ferry from Palermo to Tunis?

The Palermo Tunis ferry trip can take around 10 hours 59 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 10 hours with Grandi Navi Veloci. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Palermo Tunis Ferry Operator Schedules

There are 3 weekly sailings from Palermo to Tunis provided by Grimaldi Lines & Grandi Navi Veloci. Timetables can change from season to season.

Grimaldi Lines provide 2 sailings weekly. Grandi Navi Veloci provide 1 sailing weekly.

Palermo Tunis Ferry Prices

Palermo Tunis ferry prices typically range between £34* and £234*. The average price is typically £88*. The cheapest Palermo Tunis ferry prices start from £34*. The average price for a foot passenger is £56*. The average price for a car is £137*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated January 25.

How far is it from Palermo to Tunis?

The distance between Palermo to Tunis is approximately 229.4 miles (369.2km) or 199 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Palermo Tunis ferry?

Yes, Grimaldi Lines & Grandi Navi Veloci ferries allow cars on board ferries between Palermo and Tunis. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Palermo and Tunis.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Palermo to Tunis?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Grimaldi Lines & Grandi Navi Veloci ferries between Palermo and Tunis.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Palermo to Tunis?

Pets are allowed on ferries travelling from Palermo to Tunis with Grimaldi Lines & Grandi Navi Veloci. Please also note that your pet may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey unless the ferry operator supplies pet accommodation.

For more information, please visit our Ferries from Sicily to Tunisia page.

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Palermo - Tunis Route summary
Departure Country	Italy
Destination Country	Tunisia
No. of Operators	2
Operators	Grandi Navi Veloci & Grimaldi Lines
Average Price	£91*
Average Weekly Sailings	2
Average Sailing Duration	10h 57m
Fastest Sailing Duration	10h 0m
First Ferry	02:30
Last Ferry	12:30
Distance	199 nautical miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.

How long is the ferry from Palermo to Tunis?

The ferry crossing time from Palermo to Tunis is approximately 10h 45m. Sailing durations may vary from season to season and by operator so we’d advise doing a live check.

How much is the ferry from Palermo to Tunis?

Palermo to Tunis ferry price can differ depending on the season. The average price of a ferry from Palermo to Tunis is £262. Price exclusive of booking fees.

Which ferry companies operate between Palermo to Tunis?

There are 2 popular ferry operators for Palermo to Tunis. These are

Grimaldi Lines
Grandi Navi Veloci

How can I book ferry tickets from Palermo to Tunis?

Book ferries from Palermo to Tunis through our deal finder and check our offers page to view the latest ferry offers.

Can you travel as a foot passenger on the ferry from Palermo to Tunis?

Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger from Palermo to Tunis with

Grimaldi Lines
Grandi Navi Veloci

Can you take your car on the ferry from Palermo to Tunis?

Yes, you can travel with a vehicle from Palermo to Tunis with

Grimaldi Lines
Grandi Navi Veloci

Can you bring pets on the ferry from Palermo to Tunis?

Yes, pets are permitted onboard the ferry. You may need a pet passport. Please read the ferry operators pet guidelines. Currently you can bring pets on ferries with

Grimaldi Lines
Grandi Navi Veloci

How far is Tunis from Palermo?

The distance between Palermo to Tunis is approximately 199 nautical Miles.

Palermo Tunis Ferry reviews

"GNV Excelsior Genoa -Palermo"

Good. Cabins are quite small for 4 people but clean and comfortable Pool not functioning. Take books,games,movies in order not to get bored.

'Excelsior' travelled on Excelsior
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"Very little customer information provided."

No signs indicating where to go or what to at the Genoa terminal.. No indication as to when and how to board ship. No signs on board advising restaurant opening hours.. A general lack of customer information.

'Fantastic' travelled on Fantastic
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"excelent service"

I want to higligth the service, it was excelent, congratulations and thak for this nice trip

'Excelsior' travelled on Excelsior
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"All well"

No problems at all. Arrived, was given the key for my cabin, travelled to the destination and got off! The cabin was fine, although a couple of things not working (the in cabin radio control, but I don’t know if there was even anything to listen to!) or open (it’s January!). Otherwise all fine, friendly crew, clean ship. The food is expensive, so it’s worth getting the food vouchers as you end up paying a bit less

'Fantastic' travelled on Fantastic
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Palermo Guide

The Italian city of Palermo is located in the north west of Sicily, by the Gulf of Palermo in the Tyrrhenian Sea. The city has a reputation across the world for its history, gastronomy, culture and architecture with a its origins dating back over 2,700 years. Many visitors flock to the city and it has become Sicily's main hub for culture, commerce and tourism. The city's centre has many examples of fine palaces and churches which give way to areas whose way of life doesn't seem to have changed for centuries. This is perhaps most evident in the markets in Palermo, whose Arabic origins can still be seen today thanks to the noise, aromas, colours, narrow streets and with the excellent array of produce on offer and the general 'souk's atmosphere.

From the city's port, ferry services operate to destinations include Genoa, with a crossing time of 21 hours, Civitavecchia, 14 hour crossing time, Naples, 10 hours and 30 minutes, and Tunisia, 10 hours. It is recommended that foot passengers check in 1 hour prior to departure and vehicles 2 hours prior to departure. For all departures to Tunisia check in should be 4 hours prior to departure.

Tunis Guide

The city of Tunis is the capital of Tunisia and is located in the north of the country, close to Carthage and Sidi Bou Said. The city has a lovely mix of architectural styles, wide roads and narrow alleyways which capture the spirit of the southern and northern Mediterranean. The stone walls of the city's 9th century Medina no longer exist, but its narrow streets, souks, mosques and other historic buildings still do exist and have been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. However, in stark contrast to the old town, the Ville Nouvelle (New Town) is orderly and has a colonial elegance that was built by the French. In the centre of the city there are now some lovely buildings including an art nouveau theatre, Franco-Arabic market buildings and a cathedral built in a Roman Byzantine style. A popular pastime, especially to escape the heat of the midday sun, is to relax on a seat in the shady terrace of the Belvedere Park Cafe terrace. Alternatively one of the city's museums, such as the Dar Ben Abdallah or the Musee National du Bardo, are great places to visit at all times but perhaps especially so when it is particularly hot.