TUNIS - GETTING AROUND

By Metro

The Metro is a tramway with six main routes: line 1 goes to Tunis Marine; line 2 runs along the city's north-south axis; lines 3, 4 and 5 go near the north bus station; and line 4 also serves the Bardo Museum. The tickets are available for purchase at the kiosks at each stop. The fare is around 0.5 TND. It is often crowded and times are inconsistent, though the routes are relatively easy to navigate.

The TGM (Tunis-Goulette-Masa), a small and efficient train, leaves from Tunis Marine at the end of Avenue Habib Bourguiba, with regular departures to La Marsa stopping at Carthage, La Goulette and Sidi Bou Said. The downtown station is located about a 30 minute walk from Amideast.

By Taxi

You can hail a taxi on the street or found at designated stations. Taxis are yellow and metered, make sure to only use these taxis and be sure the meter is switched on. Taxi drivers are allowed to take a maximum of three passengers.

Taxi Jama3i are large yellow vans that operate as communal taxis. This is the most common form of transport, known as 'Louages'. These shared cars travel between cities and towns. They are generally cheap and reliable, but it's essential to negotiate the price before getting in. They are fast and more affordable than taxis, though known to be prone to accidents.

By Bus

Buses are available for travel within the city and can be found at the designated bus stations. This is an affordable option, though often extremely crowded and can be inconsistent. The main stations are at Habib Thameur, Ali Belhouane, Tunis marine, and Barcelone. It's recommended to check the schedules beforehand, as they may vary depending on the season.

Outside of Grand Tunis

Louage: Similar to taxi Jama3i, Louages are large white vans that run affordable lines across the country, going to most major cities. there is a large station at Moncef Bey.

Tunisian Railways (SNCFT): The train offers several lines that run between Tunisia's biggest cities, and leaves from a large station in Bacelone. It's a fairly comfortable and the most affordable option to get out of Tunis for a day trip to cities including Bizerte, Sfax, El Jem, Tozeur, Gafsa, Sousse, Nabeul, Hammamet, El Kef, Djerba, and Gabes, Monastir, and Mahdia.

Plane: An expensive but convenient way to travel large distances in Tunisia. Tunisair flies from Tunis to Djerba, Sfax, Gabes, Tabarka, Monastir, Tripoli, and even Malta.

By Bolt

Bolt is the equivalent to Uber in the States where you can call a car through an app for a set price. Unlike Uber though, the cars that come are yellow taxis. Bolt is convenient as you don't have to wait for transport, particularly during busier hours, but can be expensive.