Cities Near Sfax
Cities near Sfax, TN: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Houmt El Souk, Msaken, Gabès. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Sfax, TN is Houmt El Souk, about 60 mi (97 km) away — roughly 1 hr 48 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houmt El Souk | 60 mi / 97 km | 1 hr 48 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Msaken | 69 mi / 111 km | 2 hr 4 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Gabès | 70 mi / 113 km | 2 hr 6 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Monastir | 72 mi / 116 km | 1 hr 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Kairouan | 75 mi / 120 km | 1 hr 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| El Hamma | 80 mi / 129 km | 1 hr 52 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Zarzis | 88 mi / 141 km | 2 hr 2 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Medenine | 97 mi / 156 km | 2 hr 15 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Kasserine | 113 mi / 182 km | 2 hr 37 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Gafsa | 115 mi / 184 km | 2 hr 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Sfax
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Houmt El Souk, Msaken, Gabès, Monastir, Kairouan. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Sfax
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Kasserine, Gafsa. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Sfax include Houmt El Souk, Msaken, Gabès, Monastir, Kairouan. The closest is Houmt El Souk, about 60 miles (97 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.