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Cairo to Alexandria

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Cairo to Alexandria

Cheapest

Transport providers

Train operators

Egyptian Railways

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

Bus operators

West and Middle delta

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

Go Bus Egypt

Phone:
19567
Website:
go-bus.com/
Bus from Ramsis to Moharam
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$1.96–$4.34

Blue Bus

Phone:
16128
Website:
bluebus.com.eg/
Bus from Ramsis to Moharam
Ave. Duration:
4h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$2.83–$3.80

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cairo to Alexandria is to bus which costs $1.96 - $3.48 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairo to Alexandria is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $10.87 - $16.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Cairo and Alexandria?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ramsis and arriving at Moharam Bek. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Cairo and Alexandria?

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

How far is it from Cairo to Alexandria?

The distance between Cairo and Alexandria is 208 km. The road distance is 219.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairo to Alexandria without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs $16.30 - $35.87 .

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

The train from Cairo to Alexandria takes 3h 45m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cairo to Alexandria bus from?

Cairo to Alexandria bus services, operated by Blue Bus, depart from Ramsis station.

Where do I catch the Cairo to Alexandria train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairo to Alexandria?

The best way to get from Cairo to Alexandria is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs $16.30 - $35.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1.96 - $3.48 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Cairo to Alexandria bus arrive?

Cairo to Alexandria bus services, operated by Blue Bus, arrive at Moharam Bek station.

Where does the Cairo to Alexandria train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairo to Alexandria?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairo to Alexandria is 220 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Cairo to Alexandria.

Where can I stay near Alexandria?

There are 1011+ hotels available in Alexandria. Prices start at $36.09 per night.
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