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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Palermo to Tunis
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
11 h
Average duration
11 h 30 m
Ferries per day
2
Distance
317 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Palermo to Tunis is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Tunis will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only $52.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Palermo for Tunis every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, 06 Dec the direct ferries cover the 317 km distance in an average of 11 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 11 h .
The slowest ferries will take 12 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare ferry and flight for Palermo to Tunis
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Palermo to Tunis among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $50, and a flight costs an average of $267.
Distance: 171 nautical miles (317 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight |
|---|---|
$63 Average Price Cheapest | $343 Average Price |
13h 0m Average total duration 12h 0m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Most popular ferry company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Palermo to Tunis Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator GNV | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 11h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 12h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Grimaldi | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 11h30 | Sailing Days Tue |
Live departures
Palermo to Tunis ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Tunis ferries for today, Friday, 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 am Palermo | 11h30 | 10:00 pm Tunis | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Palermo to Tunis
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Tunisia
Ferries from Palermo to Tunis run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 0m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $50 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 01:00, the last at 22:00. The fastest ferry covers the 171 nautical miles (317 km) distance in 11h 0m. There are 3 sailings per week. Ferries from Palermo to Tunis are available to foot passengers.
Distance 171 nautical miles (317 km) |
Average sailing duration 12h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 11h 0m |
First ferry 01:00 |
Last ferry 22:00 |
Cabins Available |
Vehicles Available |
Foot passengers Available |
Ferry operators: Grimaldi, GNV from Palermo to TunisYou can travel by ferry between Palermo to Tunis with Grimaldi, GNV for as low as $50. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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GNV
FAQs: Palermo to Tunis ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Palermo to Tunis by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tunis, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the ferry most frequently from Port of Palermo, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the ferry at Port of Tunis, located away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Palermo and Tunis
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
- Free WiFi
- La Goulette Restaurant (0.3km)
- Le Grand Bleu (0.5km)
- Le Pirate (0.7km)
- Main companies are Taxi Tunis and Taxi Marsa.
- Free
- Metro Line 1, La Goulette stop
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