What is the cheapest way to get from El Jem to La Marsa?

The cheapest way to get from El Jem to La Marsa is to train which costs $5 - $6 and takes 4h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from El Jem to La Marsa?

The fastest way to get from El Jem to La Marsa is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs $14 - $21.

Is there a direct bus between El Jem and La Marsa?

No, there is no direct bus from El Jem to La Marsa. However, there are services departing from El Jem and arriving at Marsa via Gare Kairouan and Tunis Jardin Thameur. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between El Jem and La Marsa?

No, there is no direct train from El Jem to La Marsa. However, there are services departing from El Jem and arriving at Habib Thameur via Place de Barcelone. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from El Jem to La Marsa?

The distance between El Jem and La Marsa is 237 km. The road distance is 212.3 km.

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

The best way to get from El Jem to La Marsa without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs $5 - $6.

How long does it take to get from El Jem to La Marsa?

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from El Jem to La Marsa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Jem to La Marsa bus from?

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

Where do I catch the El Jem to La Marsa train from?

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

Train or bus from El Jem to La Marsa?

The best way to get from El Jem to La Marsa is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs $5 - $6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h.

Where does the El Jem to La Marsa bus arrive?

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

Where does the El Jem to La Marsa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from El Jem to La Marsa?

Yes, the driving distance between El Jem to La Marsa is 212 km. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from El Jem to La Marsa.

Where can I stay near La Marsa?

There are 1475+ hotels available in La Marsa.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from El Jem to Tunis Villetrain
4h 21m
$5
Bus
1. Take the bus from El Jem to Gare Kairouanbus 323
2. Take the bus from Gare Kairouan to Tunis/Nfidabus 767 / ...
6h
Drive 212.3 km
1. Drive from El Jem to La Marsacar 212.3 km
2h 29m
$15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from El Jem to La Marsataxi 212.3 km
2h 29m
$95–120

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Distance: 237.1 km
Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between El Jem, Tunisia and La Marsa, Tunisia?

Tunisian Railways operates a train from El Jem to Tunis Ville once daily. Tickets cost $4–5 and the journey takes 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Jem to Marsa via Gare Kairouan, Tunis/Nfida, Place de Barcelone, Habib Thameur, and Tunis Jardin Thameur in around 6h.

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