What is the cheapest way to get from Carthage to El Jem?

The cheapest way to get from Carthage to El Jem is to train which costs $5 - $7 and takes 4h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carthage to El Jem?

The fastest way to get from Carthage to El Jem is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct train between Carthage and El Jem?

No, there is no direct train from Carthage to El Jem. However, there are services departing from Carthage Présidence and arriving at El Jem via Tunis Marine and Tunis Ville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Carthage to El Jem?

The distance between Carthage and El Jem is 224 km. The road distance is 211.8 km.

How do I travel from Carthage to El Jem without a car?

The best way to get from Carthage to El Jem without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs $5 - $7.

How long does it take to get from Carthage to El Jem?

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Carthage to El Jem, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carthage to El Jem train from?

Carthage to El Jem train services, operated by Tunisian Railways, depart from Tunis Ville station.

Train or bus from Carthage to El Jem?

The best way to get from Carthage to El Jem is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs $5 - $7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Carthage to El Jem train arrive?

Carthage to El Jem train services, operated by Tunisian Railways, arrive at El Jem station.

Can I drive from Carthage to El Jem?

Yes, the driving distance between Carthage to El Jem is 212 km. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Carthage to El Jem.

Where can I stay near El Jem?

There are two+ hotels available in El Jem.

Carthage to El Jem - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Carthage to El Jem by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Tunis Ville to El Jem
4h 49m
$5–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Carthage Hannibal to Tunis Jardin Thameur20C
2. Take the bus from Tunis to Gare Kairouan300
3. Take the bus from Gare Kairouan to El Jem323
6h 49m
Drive 211.8 km
1. Drive from Carthage to El Jem211.8 km
2h 24m
$15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carthage to El Jem211.8 km
2h 24m
$95–120

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carthage to El Jem.

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Distance: 223.6 km
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Carthage, Tunisia and El Jem, Tunisia?

Tunisian Railways operates a train from Tunis Ville to El Jem 4 times a day. Tickets cost $4–5 and the journey takes 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carthage Hannibal to El Jem via Tunis Jardin Thameur, Habib Thameur, Place de Barcelone, Tunis, and Gare Kairouan in around 6h 49m.

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