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 $8 - $19 and takes 6h 56m.

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 4h 40m and costs $130 - $330.

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 once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Cairo and Qena?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cairo and arriving at Qena. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Cairo to Qena?

The distance between Cairo and Qena is 575 km. The road distance is 575.1 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 6h 56m and costs $8 - $19.

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

The bus from Ramsis to Qena - Manfalout takes 6h 56m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Cairo to Qena bus from?

Cairo to Qena bus services, operated by Blue Bus Egypt, 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 6h 56m and costs $8 - $19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $50 - $650 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Cairo to Qena bus arrive?

Cairo to Qena bus services, operated by Blue Bus Egypt, 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 575 km. It takes approximately 7h 3m to drive from Cairo to Qena.

How do I get a train ticket from Cairo to Qena?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cairo to Qena?

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Where can I stay near Qena?

There are eight+ hotels available in Qena.

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ramsis to Qena - Manfaloutbus
6h 56m
$8–19
Train
1. Take the train from Cairo to Qenatrain
9h 45m
$50–650
Drive 575.1 km
1. Drive from Cairo to Qenacar 575.1 km
7h 3m
$30–43
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cairo to Qenataxi 575.1 km
7h 3m
$85–110
Fly to Luxor, train
1. Fly from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Luxor (LXR)plane CAI - LXR
2. Take the train from Luxor to Qenatrain
4h 40m
$137–323
Fly to Hurghada Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Hurghada Airport (HRG)plane CAI - HRG
2. Take the bus from Hurghada to Qena Stnbus
6h 54m
$69–206

Cairo to Qena by bus

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Distance: 575.2 km
Duration: 6h 56m

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

Blue Bus Egypt operates a bus from Ramsis to Qena - Manfalout 3 times a day. Tickets cost $8–19 and the journey takes 6h 56m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Egyptian Railways operates a train from Cairo to Qena hourly. Tickets cost $50–650 and the journey takes 9h 45m.

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