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

The cheapest way to get from Aswan to Cairo is to bus which costs $20 and takes 14h.

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

The fastest way to get from Aswan to Cairo is to fly which takes 2h 48m and costs $55 - $200.

Is there a direct bus between Aswan and Cairo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aswan Bus Station station and arriving at Ahmed Helmy. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h.

Is there a direct train between Aswan and Cairo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aswan and arriving at Cairo. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h.

How far is it from Aswan to Cairo?

The distance between Aswan and Cairo is 744 km. The road distance is 798.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Aswan to Cairo without a car is to train which takes 13h and costs $70 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Aswan to Cairo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aswan to Cairo bus from?

Aswan to Cairo bus services, operated by Al Eman Jet, depart from Aswan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aswan to Cairo train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Aswan to Cairo?

The best way to get from Aswan to Cairo is to fly which takes 2h 48m and costs $55 - $200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $140 and takes 13h, you could also bus, which costs $20 and takes 14h.

Where does the Aswan to Cairo bus arrive?

Aswan to Cairo bus services, operated by Al Eman Jet, arrive at Ahmed Helmy station.

Where does the Aswan to Cairo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aswan to Cairo?

Yes, the driving distance between Aswan to Cairo is 799 km. It takes approximately 11h 57m to drive from Aswan to Cairo.

Where can I stay near Cairo?

There are 7660+ hotels available in Cairo.

Aswan to Cairo - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Aswan to Cairo by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Aswan International Airport (ASW) to Cairo International Airport (CAI) flights

68Weekly Planes

1h 22mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 743.7 km
Duration: 2h 48m

What companies run services between Aswan, Egypt and Cairo, Egypt?

Nesma Airlines, Nile Air, and two other airlines fly from Aswan International Airport (ASW) to Cairo International Airport (CAI) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Egyptian Railways operates a train from Aswan to Cairo every 3 hours. Tickets cost $70–140 and the journey takes 13h.

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