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

The cheapest way to get from Cairo to Alexandria (State) is to bus via Moharam Bek which costs $3 - $8 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairo to Alexandria (State) is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs $11 - $17.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Cairo to Alexandria (State). However, there are services departing from Cairo and arriving at Bab Sharq via Raml Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

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

The distance between Cairo and Alexandria (State) is 222 km. The road distance is 219.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairo to Alexandria (State) without a car is to bus which takes 2h 44m and costs $5 - $9.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Cairo to Alexandria (State), including transfers.

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

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

Train or bus from Cairo to Alexandria (State)?

The best way to get from Cairo to Alexandria (State) is to bus which takes 2h 44m and costs $5 - $9. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $35 and takes 4h.

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

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

Can I drive from Cairo to Alexandria (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairo to Alexandria (State) is 220 km. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Cairo to Alexandria (State).

Where can I stay near Alexandria (State)?

There are 1256+ hotels available in Alexandria (State).

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

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

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Distance: 222.3 km
Duration: 2h 44m

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

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

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