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

The cheapest way to get from Cairo to Ismailia is to bus which costs $2 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairo to Ismailia is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs $6 - $10.

Is there a direct bus between Cairo and Ismailia?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cairo and arriving at Ismailia. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

Is there a direct train between Cairo and Ismailia?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cairo and arriving at Ismailia. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Cairo to Ismailia?

The distance between Cairo and Ismailia is 127 km. The road distance is 123.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairo to Ismailia without a car is to bus which takes 2h and costs $2.

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

The bus from Cairo to Ismailia takes 2h including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Cairo to Ismailia bus from?

Cairo to Ismailia bus services, operated by East Delta Travel, depart from Cairo station.

Where do I catch the Cairo to Ismailia train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairo to Ismailia?

The best way to get from Cairo to Ismailia is to bus which takes 2h and costs $2. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1 - $24 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Cairo to Ismailia bus arrive?

Cairo to Ismailia bus services, operated by East Delta Travel, arrive at Ismailia station.

Where does the Cairo to Ismailia train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairo to Ismailia?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairo to Ismailia is 123 km. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Cairo to Ismailia.

Where can I stay near Ismailia?

There are 28+ hotels available in Ismailia.

Cairo to Ismailia - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Cairo to Ismailia by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Map of how to get from Cairo to Ismailia.

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Distance: 126.9 km
Duration: 2h

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

East Delta Travel operates a bus from Cairo to Ismailia 3 times a day. Tickets cost $2 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, Egyptian Railways operates a train from Cairo to Ismailia every 4 hours. Tickets cost $1–24 and the journey takes 2h 53m.

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