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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Tunis to Palermo

Showing times and prices for 16 May

Cheapest price

£24

Average price

£24

Fastest journey

12 h

Average duration

13 h 50 m

Ferries per day

3

Distance

317 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Tunis to Palermo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Tunis to Palermo will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £24.

Fast ferries

Of the 3 ferries that leave Tunis for Palermo every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, 16 May the direct ferries cover the 317 km distance in an average of 13 h 50 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 12 h .

The slowest ferries will take 17 h 30 m 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.

Grimaldi
17:3012h00
Tunis
05:30Palermo
£241One-way
0 changes
Grimaldi
00:0012h00
Tunis
12:00Palermo
£251One-way
0 changes
Grimaldi
12:0017h30
Tunis
05:30Palermo
£251One-way
0 changes

Tunis to Palermo Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Grimaldi
Departure Time
03:30
Arrival Time
16:30
Duration
12h00
Sailing Days
Sun
Operator
GNV
Departure Time
23:59
Arrival Time
14:45
Duration
13h46
Sailing Days
Sat

Compare prices and tickets Tunis to Palermo by ferry

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22 May

Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Tunis to Palermo

TunisiaTunisia
ItalyItaly
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Ferries from Tunis to Palermo run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 25m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Official Omio partners on this route
Grimaldi
GNV
Distance
170 nautical miles (316 km)
Average sailing duration
13h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
£23
Ferries per day
1
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
3
Number of ferry operators
2
Fastest ferry
10h 0m
First ferry
00:45
Last ferry
23:00
Cabins
Available
Vehicles
Available
Foot passengers
Available
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Ferry operators: GNV and Grimaldi Tunis to Palermo

Travel to Palermo from Tunis from £30 with Omio’s ferry partners GNV and Grimaldi! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most convenient journey for you.

Founded in 1992 in Italy, GNV (Grandi Navi Veloci) is a prominent ferry operator known for its extensive fleet and diverse range of services. The company operates various types of ships, including conventional ferries and cruise ferries, which offer different classes such as economy, business, and premium. Onboard amenities include comfortable seating, restaurants, bars, shops, and entertainment options, ensuring a pleasant journey for all passengers. GNV provides multiple ticket types, allowing travellers to book seats, cabins, and spaces for vehicles, catering to a wide array of travel needs. The top routes served by GNV include connections between Italy and Sicily, Italy and Sardinia, and international routes such as Italy to Tunisia and Morocco. These routes highlight GNV's commitment to connecting key destinations across the Mediterranean, making it a reliable choice for both domestic and international travellers.

Tunis to Palermo ferry information with GNV:

  • Average Duration: 12 h 15 min
  • Cheapest Price: £33

FAQs: Tunis to Palermo ferries

FAQs: Take the ferry from Tunis to Palermo with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Tunis to Palermo.
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Important Stations and Airports in Tunis and Palermo

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Palermo
Amenities at port
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Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Sunday: Closed
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
A1 Highway, Exit La Goulette
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi
Dining
Dining
  • La Goulette Restaurant (0.3km)
  • Le Grand Bleu (0.5km)
  • Le Pirate (0.7km)
Taxis
Taxis
  • Main companies are Taxi Tunis and Taxi Marsa.
WC
WC
  • Free
Public transport options for Port of Tunis
  • Metro Line 1, La Goulette stop

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