Sousse to Skikda by ferry
Skikda lies 354 km (220 mi) west of Sousse, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 354 km (220 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 10 h 43 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Sousse | Skikda | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tunisia | Algeria |
| Population | 221,715 | 182,903 |
| Elevation | 24 m (79 ft) | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Tunis) | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) |
| Port | Port of Sousse | Port of Skikda |
What changes when you arrive in Skikda
Crossing from Tunisia into Algeria: money changes from the Dinar to the Dinar (DZD); sockets are Euro, Schuko, Type E; the dialling code becomes +213; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648803 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648842.
Where to book ferries from Sousse to Skikda
We take no bookings for these providers and hold no reservation with them. The provider you choose handles payment, confirmation, changes and refunds. How that works.
Staying in Skikda
Live rooms and prices for Skikda are in the search below.
Book a hotel in Skikda
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Skikda from Sousse?
354 km (220 mi) in a straight line, west of Sousse; by road roughly 431 km (268 mi).
How long does it take to get from Sousse to Skikda by ferry?
About 10 h 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sousse and Skikda?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Skikda?
The Dinar (DZD).
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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.