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

The cheapest way to get from El Jem to Carthage is to train which costs $6 - $7 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from El Jem to Carthage is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct train between El Jem and Carthage?

No, there is no direct train from El Jem to Carthage. However, there are services departing from El Jem and arriving at Carthage Présidence via Place de Barcelone and Tunis Marine. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from El Jem to Carthage?

The distance between El Jem and Carthage is 232 km. The road distance is 209.6 km.

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

The best way to get from El Jem to Carthage without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs $6 - $7.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from El Jem to Carthage, including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from El Jem to Carthage?

The best way to get from El Jem to Carthage is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs $6 - $7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the El Jem to Carthage train arrive?

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

Can I drive from El Jem to Carthage?

Yes, the driving distance between El Jem to Carthage is 210 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from El Jem to Carthage.

Where can I stay near Carthage?

There are 1311+ hotels available in Carthage.

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

There are 4 ways to get from El Jem to Carthage 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 El Jem to Tunis Ville
4h 43m
$6–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from El Jem to Gare Kairouan323
2. Take the bus from Gare Kairouan to Tunis/Nfida767 / ...
6h 13m
Drive 209.6 km
1. Drive from El Jem to Carthage209.6 km
2h 26m
$15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from El Jem to Carthage209.6 km
2h 26m
$95–120

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from El Jem to Carthage.

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Distance: 232.3 km
Duration: 4h 43m

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

Tunisian Railways operates a train from El Jem to Tunis Ville 4 times a day. Tickets cost $4–5 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Jem to Carthage Hannibal via Gare Kairouan, Tunis/Nfida, Place de Barcelone, Habib Thameur, and Tunis Jardin Thameur in around 6h 13m.

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