Gabès to Sousse by ferry
Sousse lies 222 km (138 mi) north of Gabès, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 222 km (138 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 6 h 43 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Gabès | Sousse | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tunisia | Tunisia |
| Population | 110,075 | 221,715 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Tunis) | UTC+1 (Africa/Tunis) |
| Port | Fishing port of Gabès | Port of Sousse |
Where to book ferries from Gabès to Sousse
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Staying in Sousse
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Common questions
How far is Sousse from Gabès?
222 km (138 mi) in a straight line, north of Gabès; by road roughly 270 km (168 mi).
How long does it take to get from Gabès to Sousse by ferry?
About 6 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gabès and Sousse?
No, both are on Africa/Tunis at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.