Port Louis to Saint-Paul by ferry
Saint-Paul lies 250 km (156 mi) south-west of Port Louis, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 250 km (156 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 7 h 35 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
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| Port Louis | Saint-Paul | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Mauritius | Reunion |
| Population | 155,226 | 105,240 |
| Elevation | 3 m (10 ft) | 11 m (36 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+4 (Indian/Mauritius) | UTC+4 (Indian/Reunion) |
| Port | Caudan Waterfront | Port de Saint-Gilles |
What changes when you arrive in Saint-Paul
Crossing from Mauritius into Reunion: money changes from the Rupee to the Euro (EUR); traffic switches to the right; sockets are Type E; the dialling code becomes +262; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book ferries from Port Louis to Saint-Paul
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Staying in Saint-Paul
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Common questions
How far is Saint-Paul from Port Louis?
250 km (156 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Port Louis; by road roughly 305 km (190 mi).
How long does it take to get from Port Louis to Saint-Paul by ferry?
About 7 h 35 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Port Louis and Saint-Paul?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Saint-Paul?
The Euro (EUR).
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.