Cairo to Alexandria Bus

Q: What is the distance between Cairo and Alexandria?

The distance between these two places is a total of 221 km.

Q: What is the average travel time between Cairo and Alexandria?

The average travel time between the stations is 03:00 hours.

Q: What is the ticket price for the journey from Cairo to Alexandria?

The price for the cheapest tickets begin at €3.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Cairo to Alexandria?

The average number of daily departures is 42. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

Q: Are all the buses direct on the route from Cairo to Alexandria?

The majority of the buses are direct buses, and if there is a bus change, you will see a notice on the website and there will be an icon indicating that there is a bus change involved.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Cairo to Alexandria?

All the buses have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

Q: How do I get from Cairo to Alexandria by bus?

To travel from Cairo to Alexandria by bus, select your preferred departure time and book your ticket on our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available for you.

Q: How can I find out which buses run between Cairo to Alexandria?

Use our online ticket tool to find schedules, routes, and ticket prices for buses traveling between your chosen stations.

Q: When do the earliest and latest bus leave Cairo?

The earliest is at 00:05 and the latest is at 23:15.

Q: Do I have to print my ticket for Cairo to Alexandria?

No, you don't have to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus dirver, but keep track of your phone battery.

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Cairo to Alexandria Route Summary

Cairo to Alexandria bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 42 daily bus departures available, including 2 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Cairo bus station at 00:05h, arriving at Alexandria bus station at 03:05h the same day. While latest bus departs at 23:15h, arriving at 02:15h the following day.

Departure station and country Cairo, Egypt

Arrival station and country Alexandria, Egypt

Travel Distance 221 km

Average Trip Duration 03h 00min

Total Departures 42

Popular Operators Go Bus Egypt

Lowest Price €3

Transportation Options Bus, Train, Plane, Minivan

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular bus departures from Cairo to Alexandria:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

00:05 Cairo

3h 0min

DIRECT

03:05 Alexandria

Go Bus Egypt

from 4.08 HRK

Best offer on 16. Jun

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05:01 Cairo

3h 0min

DIRECT

08:01 Alexandria

Go Bus Egypt

from 4.12 HRK

Best offer on 13. Oct

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05:41 Cairo

3h 0min

DIRECT

08:41 Alexandria

Go Bus Egypt

from 3.0662 HRK

Best offer on 29. Jul

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06:31 Cairo

3h 0min

DIRECT

09:31 Alexandria

Go Bus Egypt

from 3.06 HRK

Best offer on 16. Jun

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07:47 Cairo

3h 0min

DIRECT

10:47 Alexandria

Go Bus Egypt

from 6.0295 HRK

Best offer on 21. Apr

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Getting from Cairo and Alexandria by bus

The shortest travel distance between Cairo and Alexandria is 221 km. The fastest bus which departs at 09:00 has a travel time of 03:00h. The longest travel time on the route is 03:00h. You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.

Overnight buses

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Alexandria earlier, there is 1 night bus and 5 trains departing from Cairo to Alexandria. The overnight journeys start at 23:00 depending on whether you're travelling by bus or train and arrive as early as 01:00 the following day. Below is the most popular night departure to Alexandria:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

23:15 Cairo

3h 0min

DIRECT

02:15 Alexandria

Go Bus Egypt

from 4.0883 HRK

Best offer on 29. Jul

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Bus companies operating the Cairo to Alexandria route

Go Bus Egypt is the carrier operating this route. This company has been rated 21 times by travelers. Here you can see their average rating.

7 Go Bus Egypt

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Cairo or Alexandria bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.

Cairo

You can see information about the departure station and stops Cairo here

Alexandria

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Alexandria here

Cheapest tickets

Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: €3 (One-Way) or €6 (Return).

Travel reviews for Cairo to Alexandria bus

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Other popular destinations from Cairo

If you're wondering what other destinations you can visit when traveling from Cairo, below are some of the most popular routes that other clients have purchased their tickets for:

Cairo - Sharm El Sheikh

Cairo - Sahl Hasheesh

Cairo - Makadi Bay

Other popular destinations from Alexandria

If you're looking for inspiration as to where to travel next once you've reached Alexandria, here is the list of the most popular travel routes that our clients have previously purchased their tickets for:

Alexandria - Siwa

Alexandria - Luxor

Alexandria - New Cairo

Alexandria - Giza

Alexandria - Hurghada

Alexandria - Sharm El Sheikh

Alexandria - Marsa Matruh

Alexandria - Dahab

Alexandria - Saint Catherine

Alexandria - Asyut