The cheapest and fastest ferries from Palermo to Tunis
Cheapest price
$52
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
11 h 30 m
Average duration
11 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Palermo to Tunis will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $52.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Palermo for Tunis on Tue, Mar 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 17 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 30 m .
On Tue, Mar 17 the slowest ferries will take 11 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.


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 11:45AM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 11h15 | Sailing Days Sat |
Live departures
Palermo to Tunis ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Palermo to Tunis ferries for tomorrow, Monday, March 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:30 AM Palermo | 11h30 | 1:00 PM Tunis | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Palermo to Tunis by ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Palermo to Tunis
Ferries from Palermo to Tunis run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 37m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $49 (€40) if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 02:30, the last at 21:00. The fastest ferry covers the 171 nautical miles (317 km) distance in 10h 30m. 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 11h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $49 (€40) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 3 |
Fastest ferry 10h 30m |
First ferry 02:30 |
Last ferry 21:00 |
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 $49 (€40). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Grimaldi
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FAQs: Ferry from Palermo to Tunis
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.

popular ferry ports
Popular ports from Palermo to Tunis
- 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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