Tunis – Palermo
Ferries to Sicily
Tunis – Palermo
Ferries to Sicily
The Tunis to Palermo ferry route is provided by 2 ferry companies. The ferry crossing from Tunis to Palermo is approximately 13 hours on most ferries servicing this route. Ferries between Tunis to Palermo cost around $39 and $585, 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 Tunis to Palermo.
Tunis Palermo ferry sailings typycally depart from Tunis at around 03:30. The last ferry leaves at 23:59.
The Tunis Palermo ferry trip can take around 13 hours. The fastest Tunis to Palermo ferry is around 11 hours 30 minutes. Crossing times can vary between ferry operator and seasons.
There are around 2 weekly sailings from Tunis to Palermo serviced by Grimaldi Lines & Grandi Navi Veloci. Timetables can vary by season and operator.
Tunis Palermo ferry prices typically range between $39* and $585*. The average price is typically $134*. The cheapest ferries from Tunis to Palermo start from $39*. The average price for a foot passenger is $78*. The average price for a car is $280*.
Ferry price can vary based on booking factors such as number of passengers, vehicle type sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated May 25
The distance between Tunis to Palermo is approximately 229 miles (369km) or 199 nautical miles.
Yes, Grimaldi Lines & Grandi Navi Veloci allow cars on board ferries between Tunis and Palermo. Use our Deal Finder to get live pricing for car ferries between Tunis and Palermo.
Foot passengers can travel on the Tunis to Palermo ferry with Grimaldi Lines & Grandi Navi Veloci.
Pets can travel on ferries from Tunis to Palermo with Grimaldi Lines & Grandi Navi Veloci. Pets may have to stay in the vehicle during the journey depending on the operators guidelines.
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| Tunis - Palermo Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Tunisia | |
| Destination Country | Italy | |
| No. of Operators | 2 | |
| Operators | Grandi Navi Veloci & Grimaldi Lines | |
| Average Price | $75* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 2 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 13h 22m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 11h 30m | |
| First Ferry | 03:30 | |
| Last Ferry | 23:59 | |
| Distance | 199 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
Tunis is the largest city in Tunisia and its capital and is located on a large Mediterranean Sea gulf, the Gulf of Tunis, behind the Lake of Tunis and the port of La Goulette. The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Carthage, perhaps one of the most important archaeological sites ever found, is located around 12 km from Tunis. Many artefacts and the site of the ancient city have been unearthed including early Punic artefacts and Roman, Byzantine and Vandal buildings. The city has an eclectic mix of architectural styles, wide streets and narrow alleyways that are sometimes criss-crossed by tramways.
Although the old stone walls of the 9th century Medina no longer exist but the narrow streets, mosques, souks and historic structures remain and have also been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There are a number of festivals held in the city each year the largest being the Carthage International Festival which takes place during July and August. The festival, which was established in 1964, attracts visitors from around the world and much of it is held in the old amphitheatre of Carthage and hosts performances by singers, musicians, actors, dancers and shows films on outdoor screens.
The city of Palermo is located on the Italian island of Sicily and lies on the island's north west coast and has a large and strategically important natural port, next to the Monte Pellegrino. The city is typically Mediterranean and can trace its history back to the 8th century and is today known for its Norman buildings, fabulous palaces and the hustle and bustle of its markets. Palermo's historic centre is the Quattro Canti district, which means 'Four Corners' and is where a number of the city's most spectacular attractions can be found. These include the Royal Palace and the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta. The cathedral's sheer size and lovely architecture really needs to be seen to be fully appreciated. Also popular in the city is the medieval Basilica of San Francesco d'Assisi and the 12th century Castello della Zisa. For visitors who enjoy the performing arts there is also the Teatro Massimo which is a recently refurbished theatre that puts on regular performances.
Ferries from the city's port depart to Genoa, Civitavecchia, Naples and Tunisia.
