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Alexandria to Cairo

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Alexandria to Cairo

Composite routes from Alexandria to Cairo

Cheapest

Transport providers

Train operators

Egyptian Railways

Phone:
0225753555
Website:
enr.gov.eg/
Train from Alexandria to Cairo
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.30–$35.87

Bus operators

SuperJet

Website:
superjet.com.eg/
Bus from Moharam Bek Bus Stn to Sekka
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.62

West and Middle delta

Phone:
+20 2 25752157
Website:
westmidbus-eg.com/enindex.php
Bus from Alexandria Moharam Bek to Tahrir
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily

Go Bus Egypt

Phone:
19567
Website:
go-bus.com/
Bus from Alexandria Moharam Bek to Tahrir
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.96–$3.48

Blue Bus

Phone:
16128
Website:
bluebus.com.eg/
Bus from Alexandria Moharam Bek to Tahrir
Ave. Duration:
4h 7m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$2.83–$3.80

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Alexandria to Cairo?

The cheapest way to get from Alexandria to Cairo is to bus which costs $1.96 - $3.80 and takes 3h.

What is the fastest way to get from Alexandria to Cairo?

The fastest way to get from Alexandria to Cairo is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $10.87 - $17.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Alexandria and Cairo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Alexandria Moharam Bek and arriving at Tahrir. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Alexandria and Cairo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Alexandria and arriving at Cairo. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Alexandria to Cairo?

The distance between Alexandria and Cairo is 234 km. The road distance is 225.6 km.

How do I travel from Alexandria to Cairo without a car?

The best way to get from Alexandria to Cairo without a car is to bus via Sekka Club which takes 2h 36m and costs $4.24 - $5 .

How long does it take to get from Alexandria to Cairo?

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Alexandria to Cairo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alexandria to Cairo bus from?

Alexandria to Cairo bus services, operated by SuperJet, depart from Moharam Bek Bus Stn station.

Where do I catch the Alexandria to Cairo train from?

Alexandria to Cairo train services, operated by Egyptian Railways, depart from Alexandria station.

Train or bus from Alexandria to Cairo?

The best way to get from Alexandria to Cairo is to bus via Sekka Club which takes 2h 36m and costs $4.24 - $5 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $16.30 - $35.87 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Alexandria to Cairo bus arrive?

Alexandria to Cairo bus services, operated by SuperJet, arrive at Sekka Club station.

Where does the Alexandria to Cairo train arrive?

Alexandria to Cairo train services, operated by Egyptian Railways, arrive at Cairo station.

Can I drive from Alexandria to Cairo?

Yes, the driving distance between Alexandria to Cairo is 226 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Alexandria to Cairo.

Where can I stay near Cairo?

There are 6457+ hotels available in Cairo. Prices start at $35.10 per night.
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