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

The cheapest way to get from Cairo to Qena is to bus which costs $4 - $17 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cairo to Qena is to fly and train which takes 5h 7m and costs $70 - $240.

Is there a direct bus between Cairo and Qena?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ramsis and arriving at Qena - Manfalout. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Cairo and Qena?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cairo and arriving at Qena. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 59m.

How far is it from Cairo to Qena?

The distance between Cairo and Qena is 574 km. The road distance is 573.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Cairo to Qena without a car is to bus which takes 7h 55m and costs $4 - $17.

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

The bus from Ramsis to Qena - Manfalout takes 7h 55m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Cairo to Qena bus from?

Cairo to Qena bus services, operated by Blue Bus, depart from Ramsis station.

Where do I catch the Cairo to Qena train from?

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

Train or bus from Cairo to Qena?

The best way to get from Cairo to Qena is to bus which takes 7h 55m and costs $4 - $17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $95 and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Cairo to Qena bus arrive?

Cairo to Qena bus services, operated by Blue Bus, arrive at Qena - Manfalout station.

Where does the Cairo to Qena train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cairo to Qena?

Yes, the driving distance between Cairo to Qena is 574 km. It takes approximately 7h 3m to drive from Cairo to Qena.

Where can I stay near Qena?

There are nine+ hotels available in Qena.

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

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ramsis to Qena - Manfalout
7h 55m
$4–17
Train
1. Take the train from Cairo to Qena
8h 59m
$50–95
Drive 573.9 km
1. Drive from Cairo to Qena573.9 km
7h 3m
$30–43
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cairo to Qena573.9 km
7h 3m
$90–110
Fly to Luxor, train
1. Fly from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Luxor (LXR)CAI - LXR
2. Take the train from Luxor to Qena
5h 7m
$72–233
Fly to Hurghada Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Hurghada Airport (HRG)CAI - HRG
2. Take the bus from Hurghada to Qena
9h 27m
$77–209

Cairo to Qena by bus

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7h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 574.1 km
Duration: 7h 55m

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

Blue Bus operates a bus from Ramsis to Qena - Manfalout 3 times a day. Tickets cost $4–17 and the journey takes 7h 55m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Egyptian Railways operates a train from Cairo to Qena every 3 hours. Tickets cost $50–95 and the journey takes 8h 59m.

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