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There are various transportation options to reach Carthage Airport from Tunis, the capital city of Tunisia. In addition to taxis, buses, trains and car rental option, it is also possible to get to the airport by car thanks to the parking area at the airport.

Taxi

Taxi option is among the fastest transportation options you can prefer to reach Carthage Airport from the city center. You can easily get to Carthage Airport thanks to taxis, which are more costly than other transportation option yet at the same time the safest, fastest and the most comfortable alternative.

Bus

It is also very easy to get to Carthage Airport by the buses you can take from the bus stops or bus stations in the city center. You can travel in a more economical way thanks to buses that are more affordable compared to the trains. You can also choose from various buses that are offered as cheap and luxurious buses.

Train

There is no direct train service to Carthage Airport from the railway stations in Tunis; however, you have the opportunity to reach the airport by taking a taxi or bus after you get off the train. You can get on the trains, which are a fast means of transportation, from the city's train stations or the stops.

Rent a car

Another way to get to Carthage Airport is to rent a car. You can rent any model car from the companies that offer car rental services in the city center and then you can reach Carthage Airport after a pleasant and comfortable journey.  Once you arrive at the airport, you can deliver the rental car to the offices at the airport and then catch your flight easily.

Airport Information

Carthage Airport is located 7 kilometers away from the city center of Tunis, the capital city of Tunisia that has a coast on the Mediterranean Sea in the Africa continent. Muslims live in Tunisia, an Arabic Islamic country and many tourists are welcome each year. Carthage Airport, the most important airport in Tunisia, attracts many tourists thanks to its proximity to many historical cities and the desert and sea view it has.

Carthage Airport, designed with modern facilities, offers many services for its passengers. There are many services available ranging from VIP lounges to conference and meeting rooms, from fax, computer, and telephone services to bank ATMs, and from a post office to cafés, restaurants and shopping stores and so you can enjoy your time at the airport.

Located in the back and front of the airport, the restaurants and cafés have many options for snacks, fast food and local dishes for all passengers. In addition, you can also enjoy your time doing shopping at a large number of stores where you can buy a wide range of products at the airport if you need anything.

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is located in San Francisco California, 21 km from the city center. The airport is a major transit center for passengers, particularly those traveling from Asia. San Francisco International is the second busiest airport in California and one of the first major airports to have an automated baggage system in place.  

San Francisco International Airport is an important hub for United Airlines and Virgin America. There are a variety of transportation alternatives available to get to the city center from the airport. You can get to various parts of the city from San Francisco International Airport by taxi, bus, train, rental car, and personal car.

Train

There are two rail systems that you can use to get to the city center from San Francisco International Airport. The first is the BART, a rapid-rail system. The BART station is located in the international terminal at the airport. The BART starts running in the early hours of the morning, providing easy and fast transportation between the airport and the northern and southern parts of the city.

The other rail system that you can use to get to the city center from SFO is the CalTrain. This train departs on the hour, every hour, every day of the week, until 10 pm. This train provides transportation between SFO and San Francisco and San Jose.

Taxi

One of the most convenient and fastest transportation alternatives to get to the city center from SFO is by taxi. Taxi fares are calculated based on the kilometers traveled. A taxi from the airport to downtown San Francisco can cost between 42 and 62 dollars and takes about 20 minutes. Taxis are readily available at each terminal at the airport and depart from the taxi zones located on the arrivals/baggage claim level. For more information on taxi companies and their contact information please visit San Francisco International Airport’s website.

Bus

SamTrans buses provide transportation between San Francisco International Airport and the city center. These public buses are operated by San Mateo County and run between San Francisco International Airport and San Mateo and various parts of San Francisco. SamTrans lines KX, 292, 397, and 398 stop at the airport terminals. Buses stop at the arrivals and baggage claim level of Terminal 2 and Terminal 3 and at Level 1 of the International Terminal.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another transportation alternative to get to the city center. There are many rental car companies that have offices at the airport. Renting a car is also a great way to get around the city during your trip. The AirTrain Blue Line provides access to the Rental Car Center from the airport terminals and it operates 24 hours a day, every day of the week. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Alamo, Dollar, Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, National, Budget, Fox and Thrifty. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location.

Bike

San Francisco International Airport contains bike assembly stations and parking areas for those who are traveling with their bike or who want to leave their bike at the airport. The BART and SamTrans rapid rail systems provide passengers with bike/transit options and the airport features marked bicycle routes.