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

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Alexandria is to fly and bus which costs $95 - $290 and takes 8h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Athens to Alexandria is to fly and bus which takes 8h 49m and costs $95 - $290.

How far is it from Athens to Alexandria?

The distance between Athens and Alexandria is 1018 km. The road distance is 3436.4 km.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Athens to Alexandria, including transfers.

Can I drive from Athens to Alexandria?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Alexandria is 3436 km. It takes approximately 38h 43m to drive from Athens to Alexandria.

Where can I stay near Alexandria?

There are 1232+ hotels available in Alexandria.

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

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

Fly to Borg El Arab, bus
best
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Borg El Arab (HBE)ATH - HBE
2. Take the bus from Borg El Arab Airport to Moharam Bek Bus Stn
5h 52m
Fly to Cairo International Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)ATH - CAI
2. Take the bus from Cairo Airport to Alexandria
8h 49m
$98–283
Drive 3,436.4 km
1. Drive from Athens to Alexandria3,436.4 km
38h 43m
$721–1,041

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

3Weekly Planes

1h 40mAverage Duration

$278Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Athens to Alexandria.

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Distance: 1,018 km
Duration: 5h 52m

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

There is no direct connection from Athens to Alexandria. However, you can take the subway to Στ.Αεροδρομιου, walk to Athens International Airport (ATH) airport, fly to Borg El Arab (HBE), walk to Borg El Arab Airport, then take the bus to Moharam Bek Bus Stn. Alternatively, you can drive from Athens to Alexandria in around 38h 43m.

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