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

The cheapest way to get from Alexandria to Athens is to bus and fly which costs €85 - €250 and takes 8h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alexandria to Athens is to bus and fly which takes 8h 38m and costs €85 - €250.

How far is it from Alexandria to Athens?

The distance between Alexandria and Athens is 1017 km. The road distance is 3444.1 km.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Alexandria to Athens, including transfers.

Can I drive from Alexandria to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Alexandria to Athens is 3444 km. It takes approximately 38h 37m to drive from Alexandria to Athens.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 12279+ hotels available in Athens.

Alexandria to Athens - 3 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Alexandria to Athens by bus, plane, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus to Borg El Arab, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Moharam Bek Bus Stn to Borg El Arab Airport
2. Fly from Borg El Arab (HBE) to Athens International Airport (ATH)HBE - ATH
5h 36m
Bus to Cairo International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Alexandria to Cairo Airport
2. Fly from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Athens International Airport (ATH)CAI - ATH
8h 38m
€86–241
Drive 3,444.1 km
1. Drive from Alexandria to Athens3,444.1 km
38h 37m
€614–887

Borg El Arab (HBE) to Athens International Airport (ATH) flights

3Weekly Planes

1h 40mAverage Duration

€236Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Alexandria to Athens.

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Distance: 1,017.2 km
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Alexandria, Egypt and Athens, Greece?

There is no direct connection from Alexandria to Athens. However, you can take the bus to Borg El Arab Airport, walk to Borg El Arab (HBE) airport, fly to Athens International Airport (ATH), walk to Στ.Αεροδρομιου, then take the subway to Στ.Μοναστηρακι. Alternatively, you can drive from Alexandria to Athens in around 38h 37m.

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