Cairo to Alexandria by bus
Egypt’s most frequent intercity coach route: what it costs, how long it takes, who runs it.
Alexandria has the densest departure board in the country. If a coach is full there is usually another within the hour.
| Route | Journey | From | Per day | Operators |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cairo → Alexandria | 2h – 3h | 200 EGP | 5 | West & Middle Delta، Al nawras tours |
| Alexandria → Cairo | 1h 30m – 3h 30m | 200 EGP | 8 | West & Middle Delta، Al nawras tours |
These figures are read from live departures and update themselves.
Cairo → Alexandria
Departures: 06:30 · 07:00 · 15:30 · 16:00 · 18:30
Alexandria → Cairo
Departures: 01:30 · 04:30 · 06:00 · 11:00 · 20:00 · 20:02
Frequently asked questions
- How long is the Cairo to Alexandria bus?
- The journey takes about 2h – 3h.
- How much is a Cairo to Alexandria bus ticket?
- Tickets start from EGP 200, booked online and paid by card.
- Which companies run the Cairo to Alexandria bus?
- The route is run by West & Middle Delta, Al nawras tours.
- How many buses a day from Cairo to Alexandria?
- There are about 5 departures a day.
- How do I book the Cairo to Alexandria bus online?
- Search the route on SHAFFL, choose your departure and seat, and pay by card — your ticket is issued instantly.