Learn practical information about routes, schedules and distance before you book a ferry from Tunis to Palermo, one of the most beautiful cities of Sicily!
Palermo is one of the most important ports of the Mediterranea, and one of the busiest and largest ports and cities in Sicily and has been the capital of Sicily since ancient times.Besides its passengers lines the port also handles most of Sicily´s foreing trade as Palermo exports fruits, fresh fish and cereals. It´s rich history can be traced back to the 8th century and offers its visitors many sights and attractions as the Norman Palace, the Capuchin Catacombs, the popular markets of Vucciria and Ballaro or the first Italian Unesco Heritage the Opera dei Pupi, a unique attraction. A morning stroll along the ancient antiques markets full of books, vintage clothes and objects or a night tour through the alleyways and the vivid nightlife of the city will help the visitors discover and enjoy the atmosphere, flavors and scents of diverse civilizations that Palermo has to offer.
Book in advance your ferry tickets from Tunis to Palermo and let the city amaze you with its cultural and historical beauties.
Tunis to Palermo ferry time
The Tunis to Palermo ferry time may vary from 13 hours to 15 hours depending on the ferry operator.
Sailing distance from Tunis to Palermo
The ferry distance between Tunis and Palermo is approximately 199 nautical miles.
Ferry timetables from Tunis to Palermo
The ferry routes from Tunis to Palermo connect Sicily and Tunisia. There is a connection all year round and the frequency of departures may vary depending on the seasonality but usually there are more than departures available per week.
At the moment, there are two ferry operators serving this route, both offering a conventional ferry which enables the possibility of traveling with a car or a motorcycle. In addition to a garage space, conventional ferries offer more comfortable accommodation solutions, from airtype seats to inside and outside cabins, suitable for singles, couples and families or even pet friendly cabins and suites with exclusive services.
Helpful information for your journey to Palermo
- For a more convenient and relaxing route we suggest you book a cabin through our booking platform with simple step-by-step instructions
- Check the schedules and accommodation options on our user-friendly booking platform.
- Visit our pages dedicated to Tunis and Palermo to find useful information about cities and ports as well as the means of transport
- Upon arrival in Palermo you will find nice promenades, cafes, restaurants and hotels