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

The cheapest way to get from Cairo to Aswan is to bus which costs $20 - $24 and takes 14h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairo to Aswan is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs $70 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Cairo and Aswan?

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

Is there a direct train between Cairo and Aswan?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cairo and arriving at Aswan. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 15m.

How far is it from Cairo to Aswan?

The distance between Cairo and Aswan is 753 km. The road distance is 796 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairo to Aswan without a car is to bus and train which takes 13h 26m and costs $25 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Cairo to Aswan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cairo to Aswan bus from?

Cairo to Aswan bus services, operated by Al Eman Jet, depart from Ahmed Helmy station.

Where do I catch the Cairo to Aswan train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cairo to Aswan?

The best way to get from Cairo to Aswan is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs $70 - $270. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $700 and takes 14h 15m, you could also bus, which costs $20 - $24 and takes 14h.

Where does the Cairo to Aswan bus arrive?

Cairo to Aswan bus services, operated by Al Eman Jet, arrive at Aswan Bus Station.

Where does the Cairo to Aswan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairo to Aswan?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairo to Aswan is 796 km. It takes approximately 11h 58m to drive from Cairo to Aswan.

Where can I stay near Aswan?

There are 458+ hotels available in Aswan.

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

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

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Aswan International Airport (ASW)plane CAI - ASW
3h 48m
$72–264
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ahmed Helmy to Aswan Bus Stationbus
14h
$20–24
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ramses to Luxor Stnbus
2. Take the train from Luxor to Aswantrain
13h 26m
$26–49
Train
1. Take the train from Cairo to Aswantrain
14h 15m
$70–700
Drive 796 km
1. Drive from Cairo to Aswancar 796 km
11h 58m
$41–59
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cairo to Aswantaxi 796 km
11h 58m
$60–75

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

33Weekly Planes

1h 27mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 753.4 km
Duration: 3h 48m

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

Nesma Airlines, Nile Air, and two other airlines fly from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Aswan International Airport (ASW) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Egyptian Railways operates a train from Cairo to Aswan hourly. Tickets cost $70–700 and the journey takes 14h 15m.

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