Aswan to Cairo

Aswan to Cairo

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$54
 
 
$96

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Aswan to Cairo Schedule

Aswan to Cairo Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Minivan 4pax Any timeEGP 34,681
Egyptian Railways First Class Special Express 05:30 - 15:40EGP 2,499
Egyptian Railways First Class Spanish Express 07:30 - 20:30EGP 3,158
Egyptair Economy 08:40 - 11:35EGP 9,597
Egyptair Economy 10:45 - 10:20EGP 7,075
Egyptair Economy 13:30 - 16:10EGP 7,371
Egyptian Railways Second Class 15:15 - 03:25EGP 1,727
Egyptian Railways Second Class 16:00 - 05:00EGP 1,727
Egyptian Railways Second Class 18:10 - 07:10EGP 1,727
Egyptian Railways Second Class Spanish Express 20:45 - 09:45EGP 1,679
Egyptian Railways First Class Spanish Express 23:00 - 12:00EGP 2,052

Transportation from Aswan to Cairo

Facts about the transport from Aswan to Cairo

Cheapest Transport$16
Fastest Transport2h 55m
Earliest Departure5:15 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day20
Distance2480 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaytrip, Egyptair, Egyptian Railways, El Eman Jet, Talgo Train

How to get from Aswan to Cairo

Travelling between Aswan and Cairo is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 95.06 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 53.47.

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

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 16 hours to travel between Aswan and Cairo depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Aswan and Cairo. Flight will bring you to your destination in 2h 55m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 15h 19m to reach Cairo.

How much does it cost to get from Aswan to Cairo?

Travelling between Aswan and Cairo can be as cheap as USD 53.47 if you opt for a Egyptian Railways train and as expensive as USD 95.06 if you buy a Talgo Train Train ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Aswan and Cairo ?

  • 20 from Aswan to Cairo starting from 05:15 Aswan until 23:00 Aswan

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Aswan to Cairo.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Aswan to Cairo overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Aswan and Cairo

El Eman Jet

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Aswan and Cairo

Daytrip

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Aswan to Cairo?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 70% opted for a bus
  • 26% took a train
  • 4% chosen flight