What is the cheapest way to get from Alexandria (State) to Cairo?

The cheapest way to get from Alexandria (State) to Cairo is to bus via El Mawqaf El Geded which costs $3 - $8 and takes 5h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alexandria (State) to Cairo?

The fastest way to get from Alexandria (State) to Cairo is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs $11 - $17.

Is there a direct bus between Alexandria (State) and Cairo?

No, there is no direct bus from Alexandria (State) to Cairo. However, there are services departing from Bab Sharq and arriving at Cairo via Alexandria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Alexandria (State) to Cairo?

The distance between Alexandria (State) and Cairo is 229 km. The road distance is 223.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Alexandria (State) to Cairo without a car is to bus which takes 3h 44m and costs $5 - $9.

How long does it take to get from Alexandria (State) to Cairo?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Alexandria (State) to Cairo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alexandria (State) to Cairo bus from?

Alexandria (State) to Cairo bus services, operated by West and Middle Delta, depart from Alexandria station.

Train or bus from Alexandria (State) to Cairo?

The best way to get from Alexandria (State) to Cairo is to bus which takes 3h 44m and costs $5 - $9. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $35 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Alexandria (State) to Cairo bus arrive?

Alexandria (State) to Cairo bus services, operated by West and Middle Delta, arrive at Cairo station.

Can I drive from Alexandria (State) to Cairo?

Yes, the driving distance between Alexandria (State) to Cairo is 224 km. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Alexandria (State) to Cairo.

Where can I stay near Cairo?

There are 8192+ hotels available in Cairo.

Alexandria (State) to Cairo - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Alexandria (State) to Cairo by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Map of how to get from Alexandria (State) to Cairo.

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Distance: 228.7 km
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Alexandria (State), Egypt and Cairo, Egypt?

West and Middle Delta operates a bus from Alexandria to Cairo 3 times a day. Tickets cost $5–9 and the journey takes 2h 31m. Alternatively, Egyptian Railways operates a train from Alexandria to Cairo every 30 minutes. Tickets cost $1–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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