Ferry from Marseille to Tunis

When planning your Marseille - Tunis ferry trip, you can take advantage of the fixed discounts available to specific passengers. Typically, children under 16 are entitled to lower ferry ticket prices, while infants and toddlers up to 2 years old travel for free.

The Marseille - Tunis route is served by conventional cruise ferries, such as the Carthage and Tanit, which are designed for long-haul travel. Onboard, you can expect to find many modern amenities and services, including:

• Comfy air-conditioned lounges and seating on outer decks to enjoy the sea view
• Restaurants, cafés and bars serving a range of hot and cold drinks, snacks and meals (including vegetarian and child-friendly options)
• Family-friendly entertainment, such as swimming pools, children’s play areas and video game lounges
• A dedicated space for prayer, including an onboard mosque
• Duty-free shops and kiosks selling snacks, gifts and travel essentials
• Car decks for the transportation of vehicles
• Wi-Fi hotspot to stay connected during the trip

Accessibility

The ferries from Marseille to Tunis are generally accessible to travelers with disabilities, featuring ramps and elevators between decks and lounges, as well as wheelchair-accessible cabins with adapted amenities.

Boarding assistance is typically available upon request and prior notification to the ferry company before your journey.

Important: accessibility features vary from vessel to vessel, so it is recommended to contact the ferry company at the time of booking for further details.

Cabins and accommodation

What types of cabins are on the ferry?

On Marseille - Tunis ferries, you can book cabins for up to 4 passengers for greater privacy and comfort. Typically, you can choose between:

• Standard inside and outside cabins
• Deluxe suites with a double bed, sofa bed, minibar, desk, TV, and a sea view
• Adapted cabins for passengers with disabilities
• Shared cabins

All cabins have air conditioning, wardrobe, and an ensuite bathroom.

Prices start at about €208 for a private cabin and €170 for a bed in a shared cabin.

What seats can I book?

When traveling with CTN from Marseille to Tunis, you can book a numbered seat in dedicated, air-conditioned lounges. These are reclining armchairs, similar to first-class train or airplane seating, and located in quieter zones.

Prices for reclining seats start at around €151.

Luggage

When traveling with CTN, you are allowed 2 bags on board, with no size or weight restrictions.

Traveling with pets

You can travel with your pet on the ferries serving the Tunis - Marseille route, usually for free, provided you include it in your booking. During the trip, smaller pets must be kept in their carrier, while larger pets must be kept on a leash and wear a muzzle.

Important: certain dog breeds are banned in Tunisia and not allowed to travel. These include Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, Tosas, Mastiffs, and Boer Bulls (and their crosses).

Where do pets stay?

Pets can either stay with you or in the onboard kennels. Keep in mind though that CTN does not offer pet-friendly cabins. Make sure you bring along any pet supplies you may need for the trip.

What pet travel documents do I need?

When traveling from Marseille to Tunis with a pet, you will need to bring your pet’s EU passport and microchip ID details, as well as your pet’s health booklet with a valid rabies vaccination certificate (administered at least 30 days before travel).

Here are some useful tips for your ferry trip from Marseille to Tunis:

• The port of Marseille can get very busy, so it’s best to be there at least 3 hr ahead of your ferry’s departure. If you are travelling with a vehicle, plan your arrival 4 hr in advance.
• The Mediterranean Sea can get a bit rough, so if you are sensitive to the waves, consider taking a seasickness medication before the trip. As always, you can discuss your options with your pharmacist or doctor.
• For your return trip, book your tickets on the Tunis - Marseille ferry in advance, as cabins and car deck spaces often sell out.
• From Marseille, you can also travel by ferry to many more destinations in Corsica, Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia. For more details and information on all routes, companies and prices, take a look at the Marseille ferry schedules.

Where to take the ferry from Marseille to Tunis

Ferries to Tunis normally set sail from Gare Maritime de la Joliette, the international ferry terminal at the port of Marseille. This is the city’s main hub for ferries heading to North Africa and is just about 2 km from the city center and the Vieux-Port, and 25 km from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS).

In the area around the port, you will find plenty of shops, cafés, and other useful services, so it is easy to grab anything last-minute before heading into the terminal.

From which gate do ferries for Tunis depart?

CTN ferries for Tunis usually depart from Gate 3 at Porte Beauséjour. Always check your boarding pass or the digital screens at the entrance, as the specific gate can occasionally change.

How to get to the port of Marseille

• By car: follow the A55, take exit 5 Les Ports, head for Gares Maritimes (Nord) and when you reach the Beauséjour gate, follow the signs for boarding Tunisia or boarding Tanit.
• By metro: from the Saint-Charles station take metro line 2 toward Gèze and get off at Joliette, which is within walking distance of the terminal.
• By bus: several RTM buses, including lines 35 and 82, stop near the terminal gates.
• From Marseille Provence Airport: the airport shuttle to Saint-Charles takes around 25-50 min, and then you can continue by metro, taxi, or a local connection to the port.

Where does the ferry arrive in Tunis?

Ferries from Marseille normally arrive at the Port of La Goulette, located about 10 km east of downtown Tunis. Tunisia’s primary passenger port and is divided into 2 main areas: the cruise terminal and the ferry terminal, where CTN vessels dock.

At the port, you will find a range of passenger amenities such as cafés, currency exchange bureaus, and duty-free shops. The port has excellent connections to the capital, making it easy to reach the Medina of Tunis or the ruins of Carthage by car, taxi or public transport.

Transport from the port of La Goulette

• By car: simply follow the main R23 highway for a direct route into the heart of Tunis.
• By train (TGM): the Goulette Vieille station for the TGM light railway is a short walk from the port, with direct services to central Tunis (Tunis Marine station) in one direction and the scenic village of Sidi Bou Said and Carthage in the other.
• By taxi: there are taxis readily available just outside the terminal.