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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Aswan to Cairo is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs $55 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Aswan and Cairo?

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

Is there a direct train between Aswan and Cairo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aswan and arriving at Cairo. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h.

How far is it from Aswan to Cairo?

The distance between Aswan and Cairo is 745 km. The road distance is 799 km.

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

The best way to get from Aswan to Cairo without a car is to train which takes 13h and costs $70 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Aswan to Cairo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aswan to Cairo bus from?

Aswan to Cairo bus services, operated by Al Eman Jet, depart from Aswan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aswan to Cairo train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Aswan to Cairo?

The best way to get from Aswan to Cairo is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs $55 - $260. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $140 and takes 13h, you could also bus, which costs $20 - $24 and takes 14h.

Where does the Aswan to Cairo bus arrive?

Aswan to Cairo bus services, operated by Al Eman Jet, arrive at Ahmed Helmy station.

Where does the Aswan to Cairo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aswan to Cairo?

Yes, the driving distance between Aswan to Cairo is 799 km. It takes approximately 11h 58m to drive from Aswan to Cairo.

Where can I stay near Cairo?

There are 8074+ hotels available in Cairo.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Aswan to Cairo by plane, train, bus, 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 Aswan International Airport (ASW) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)plane ASW - CAI
2h 54m
$59–254
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aswan Bus Station to Ahmed Helmybus
14h
$20–24
Train
1. Take the train from Aswan to Cairotrain
13h
$70–140
Drive 799 km
1. Drive from Aswan to Cairocar 799 km
11h 58m
$41–60
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aswan to Cairotaxi 799 km
11h 58m
$55–75
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aswan to Luxortrain
2. Take the bus from Luxor to Tahrirbus Luxor - Tahrir
14h 6m
$27–46

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

35Weekly Planes

1h 30mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 744.5 km
Duration: 2h 54m

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

Nile Air, Air Cairo, and two other airlines fly from Aswan International Airport (ASW) to Cairo International Airport (CAI) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Egyptian Railways operates a train from Aswan to Cairo every 3 hours. Tickets cost $70–140 and the journey takes 13h.

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