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

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Cairo to Aswan is to bus which costs $20 - $24 and takes 14h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Downtown Cairo to Aswan is to fly which takes 4h and costs $80 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Downtown 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 Downtown Cairo and Aswan?

No, there is no direct train from Downtown Cairo to Aswan. However, there are services departing from Sadat and arriving at Aswan via Cairo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 51m.

How far is it from Downtown Cairo to Aswan?

The distance between Downtown Cairo and Aswan is 756 km. The road distance is 847.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Downtown Cairo to Aswan without a car is to bus and train which takes 14h 7m and costs $30 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Downtown Cairo to Aswan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downtown Cairo to Aswan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Downtown Cairo to Aswan train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Downtown Cairo to Aswan?

The best way to get from Downtown Cairo to Aswan is to fly which takes 4h and costs $80 - $310. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $700 and takes 14h 51m, you could also bus, which costs $20 - $24 and takes 14h 32m.

Where does the Downtown Cairo to Aswan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Downtown Cairo to Aswan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Downtown Cairo to Aswan?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Cairo to Aswan is 847 km. It takes approximately 10h 34m to drive from Downtown Cairo to Aswan.

Where can I stay near Aswan?

There are 478+ hotels available in Aswan.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Aswan International Airport (ASW)plane CAI - ASW
4h
$82–303
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ahmed Helmy to Aswan Bus Stationbus
14h 32m
$20–24
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tahrir to Luxorbus Tahrir - Luxor
2. Take the train from Luxor to Aswantrain
14h 7m
$30–53
Train
1. Take the train from Cairo to Aswantrain
14h 51m
$70–700
Drive 847.5 km
1. Drive from Downtown Cairo to Aswancar 847.5 km
10h 34m
$33–48
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Downtown Cairo to Aswantaxi 847.5 km
10h 34m
$70–90

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

86Weekly Planes

1h 25mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 756.3 km
Duration: 4h

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

Nesma Airlines, Nile Air, and two other airlines fly from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Aswan International Airport (ASW) every 2 hours. 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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