Alexandria to Luxor by bus, train, van, taxi from EGP 761

Alexandria to Luxor Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Van	Limousine Al Baron	VIP	00:00	09:00	$47.50
Van	Limousine Al Baron	VIP	01:00	10:00	$47.50
Van	Limousine Al Baron	VIP	02:00	11:00	$47.50
Flight	Air Cairo	Economy	02:35	04:25	$300.41
Van	Limousine Al Baron	VIP	03:00	12:00	$47.50
Flight	Air Cairo	Economy	03:30	10:35	$706.78
Van	Limousine Al Baron	VIP	04:00	13:00	$47.50
Flight	Air Cairo	Economy	04:30	04:25	$628.77
Van	Limousine Al Baron	VIP	05:00	14:00	$47.50
Van	Limousine Al Baron	VIP	06:00	15:00	$47.50
Flight	Jazeera Airways	Economy	06:55	04:25	$671.85
Flight	Jazeera Airways	Economy	07:15	04:25	$633.09
Van	Limousine Al Baron	VIP	08:00	17:00	$47.50
Flight	Air Cairo	Economy	08:25	01:15	$358.63
Flight	Jazeera Airways	Economy	08:45	04:25	$577.04
Flight	Jazeera Airways	Economy	09:15	04:25	$478.56
Flight	Jazeera Airways	Economy	09:35	04:25	$302.74
Van	Limousine Al Baron	VIP	10:00	19:00	$47.50
Flight	Air Cairo	Economy	10:40	01:00	$192.71
Van	Limousine Al Baron	VIP	11:00	20:00	$47.50

How to get from Alexandria to Luxor

When you want to get from Alexandria to Luxor, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Bus
Train
Van
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 433.36. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 14.63.

How much does it cost to get from Alexandria to Luxor?

The cost of the trip from Alexandria to Luxor varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Nowras Bus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 14.63 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 433.36.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Alexandria to Luxor:

Bus tickets - USD 14.64 to USD 14.64;
Van price : USD 60.34 - USD 84.28;
Train tickets - USD 109.71 to USD 433.37;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 418.19 to USD 702.69.

How many trips per day are there between Alexandria and Luxor?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

Vans from Alexandria to Luxor depart during the day - there are approximately 72 departures a day.
Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 17 trains per day.
Buses start plying the route from 19:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 19:00. There are 1 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Alexandria to Luxor is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Alexandria to Luxor. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 418.19.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Alexandria to Luxor. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Alexandria to Luxor.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Alexandria to Luxor

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Alexandria to Luxor? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

57% decided to go for a bus.
26% users enjoyed a train ride.
17% opted for a van.

Transportation from Alexandria to Luxor

Facts about the transport from Alexandria to Luxor

Cheapest Transport	$15
Fastest Transport	8h 15m
Earliest Departure	12:00 AM
Latest Departure	11:00 PM
Departures per day	90
Distance	413 kilometers
Transport Companies	Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Egypt Luxury Private Transfer, Egyptian Railways, Limousine Al Baron, Nowras Bus, Right On Time

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Alexandria to Luxor