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

The cheapest way to get from Tunis to El Jem is to train which costs $4 - $5 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tunis to El Jem is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between Tunis and El Jem?

No, there is no direct bus from Tunis to El Jem. However, there are services departing from Tunis and arriving at El Jem via Gare Kairouan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Tunis and El Jem?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tunis Ville and arriving at El Jem. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Tunis to El Jem?

The distance between Tunis and El Jem is 206 km. The road distance is 205 km.

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

The best way to get from Tunis to El Jem without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs $4 - $5.

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

The train from Tunis Ville to El Jem takes 3h 6m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Tunis to El Jem bus from?

Tunis to El Jem bus services, operated by Societe Regionale de Transport de Kairouan, depart from Tunis station.

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

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

Train or bus from Tunis to El Jem?

The best way to get from Tunis to El Jem is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs $4 - $5. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h.

Where does the Tunis to El Jem bus arrive?

Tunis to El Jem bus services, operated by Societe Regionale de Transport de Kairouan, arrive at Gare Kairouan station.

Where does the Tunis to El Jem train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tunis to El Jem?

Yes, the driving distance between Tunis to El Jem is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Tunis to El Jem.

Where can I stay near El Jem?

There are two+ hotels available in El Jem.

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

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

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Tunis to El Jem by train

28Weekly Trains

3h 6mAverage Duration

$4Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 206.1 km
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Tunis, 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 Tunis to El Jem via Gare Kairouan in around 5h.

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