What is the cheapest way to get from Rome to Alexandria?

The cheapest way to get from Rome to Alexandria is to fly and bus which costs $150 - $370 and takes 9h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rome to Alexandria?

The fastest way to get from Rome to Alexandria is to fly and bus which takes 7h 22m and costs $210 - $450.

How far is it from Rome to Alexandria?

The distance between Rome and Alexandria is 2045 km.

How long does it take to get from Rome to Alexandria?

It takes approximately 7h 22m to get from Rome to Alexandria, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Rome and Alexandria?

Alexandria is 1h ahead of Rome. It is currently 9:12 AM in Rome and 10:12 AM in Alexandria.

Where can I stay near Alexandria?

There are 1263+ hotels available in Alexandria.

Rome to Alexandria - 2 ways to travel via plane, and bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Rome to Alexandria by plane or bus

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Fly to Borg El Arab, bus
best
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Borg El Arab (HBE)plane FCO - HBE
2. Take the bus from Borg El Arab Airport to Moharam Bek Bus Stnbus
7h 22m
$216–448
Fly to Cairo International Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Cairo International Airport (CAI)plane FCO - CAI
2. Take the bus from Cairo Airport to Alexandriabus
9h 59m
$156–366

Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) to Borg El Arab (HBE) flights

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5h 15mAverage Duration

$112Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,044.7 km
Duration: 7h 22m

What companies run services between Rome, Italy and Alexandria, Egypt?

There is no direct connection from Rome to Alexandria. However, you can take the line 4570 train to Fiumicino Aeroporto, walk to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) airport, fly to Borg El Arab (HBE), walk to Borg El Arab Airport, then take the bus to Moharam Bek Bus Stn. Alternatively, you can take the line 4570 train to Fiumicino Aeroporto, walk to Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) airport, fly to Cairo International Airport (CAI), walk to Cairo Airport, then take the bus to Alexandria.

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How to get fromRome to Alexandriaby plane or bus

There are 2 ways to get from Rome to Alexandria by plane or bus

Fly to Borg El Arab, bus

Fly to Cairo International Airport, bus