Tunis to Skikda by ferry
Skikda lies 290 km (180 mi) west of Tunis, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 290 km (180 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 8 h 47 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Tunis | Skikda | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tunisia | Algeria |
| Population | 693,210 | 182,903 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 24 m (79 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Africa/Tunis) | UTC+1 (Africa/Algiers) |
| Port | Port of Tunis | 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 Tunis 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 Tunis?
290 km (180 mi) in a straight line, west of Tunis; by road roughly 354 km (220 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tunis to Skikda by ferry?
About 8 h 47 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tunis 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 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.