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

The cheapest way to get from Monastir to El Jem is to train which costs $1 - $3 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Monastir to El Jem is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs $4 - $6.

Is there a direct bus between Monastir and El Jem?

No, there is no direct bus from Monastir to El Jem. However, there are services departing from Monastir and arriving at El Jem via Gare Kairouan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Monastir and El Jem?

No, there is no direct train from Monastir to El Jem. However, there are services departing from Monastir and arriving at El Jem via Sousse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Monastir to El Jem?

The distance between Monastir and El Jem is 87 km. The road distance is 59.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Monastir to El Jem without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs $1 - $3.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Monastir to El Jem, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Monastir to El Jem?

The best way to get from Monastir to El Jem is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs $1 - $3. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h.

Where does the Monastir to El Jem bus arrive?

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

Where does the Monastir to El Jem train arrive?

Monastir to El Jem train services, operated by Tunisian Railways, arrive at Sousse Bab Jedid station.

Can I drive from Monastir to El Jem?

Yes, the driving distance between Monastir to El Jem is 59 km. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Monastir to El Jem.

Where can I stay near El Jem?

There are three+ hotels available in El Jem.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Monastir to Sousse Bab Jedidtrain
2. Take the train from Sousse to El Jemtrain
2h 56m
$2–3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Monastir to Gare Kairouanbus 316
2. Take the bus from Gare Kairouan to El Jembus 323
4h
Drive 59.4 km
1. Drive from Monastir to El Jemcar 59.4 km
1h 6m
$5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Monastir to El Jemtaxi 59.4 km
1h 6m
$23–29

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Distance: 87 km
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Monastir to El Jem via Sousse in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Monastir to El Jem via Gare Kairouan in around 4h.

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