Cairo to Safaga by bus, van, flight, taxi from EGP 3,037

Cairo to Safaga Destination Reviews

Nikolai D

1.Wary Cold in bus, 18ºc conditionier at 5.00am it is not normal. 2.No have eating in trip. But in ticket eat was inclusive. 3.Arrival at 10.00am without 6.20am.

Cairo to Safaga, Bus Elite Business M, Go Bus, Mar 10, 2026

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Cairo to Safaga Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Taxi	Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver	Minivan 4pax	Any time	+5h 31m	$379.00
Bus	Go Bus	Deluxe Plus	00:16	07:16	$22.00
Bus	Go Bus	Elite Plus	00:44	07:44	$15.00
Van	Pharaohs Fleet	Comfort Minivan	01:00	06:00	$29.00
Bus	Go Bus	Deluxe Plus	01:16	08:16	$10.00
Bus	Go Bus	Deluxe Plus	01:32	08:32	$10.00
Bus	Go Bus	Deluxe Plus	01:55	08:55	$12.00
Bus	Go Bus	Deluxe Plus	02:13	09:13	$10.00
Van	We Bus	VIP	02:30	06:00	$20.00
Bus	Go Bus	Deluxe Plus	02:58	09:58	$10.00
Van	We Bus	VIP	03:15	07:00	$20.00
Flight	Egyptair	Economy	03:45	20:00	$754.40
Flight	Alitalia	Economy	04:45	11:45	$1,093.54
Flight	LOT Polish Airlines	Economy	05:05	18:00	$1,436.14
Van	Pharaohs Fleet	Comfort Minivan	06:00	11:00	$29.00
Flight	Air Cairo	Economy	06:45	12:20	$769.40
Flight	Air Cairo	Economy	07:30	11:30	$964.92
Flight	Air Cairo	Economy	07:50	12:20	$1,128.14
Flight	Egyptair	Economy	08:10	09:30	$140.73
Flight	Egyptair	Economy	08:30	09:55	$102.66

How to get from Cairo to Safaga

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

Flight
Bus
Van
Taxi

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

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 212.08. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as USD 58.73.

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

The cost of the trip from Cairo to Safaga varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Egypt Luxury Private Transfer: travelling by van expect to pay as low as USD 58.73 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 212.08.

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

Bus tickets - USD 10.36 to USD 18.45;
Van price : USD 58.72;
Plane tickets - USD 136.00 to USD 212.08;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 170.38 to USD 198.05.

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

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

Vans from Cairo to Safaga depart during the day - there are approximately 24 departures a day.
Flights from Cairo to Safaga depart during the day - there are approximately 2 departures a day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Cairo to Safaga any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Cairo to Safaga. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 136.00.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Cairo to Safaga

Egyptair, Egyptair

Buses

Taking a bus from Cairo to Safaga 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 Cairo to Safaga. 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 170.38.

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

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Cairo to Safaga. 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 Cairo to Safaga.

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 Cairo to Safaga

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Cairo to Safaga? 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:

78% decided to go for a bus.
15% decided to catch a taxi.
7% users took a plane.

Transportation from Cairo to Safaga

Facts about the transport from Cairo to Safaga

Cheapest Transport	$11
Fastest Transport	1h 20m
Earliest Departure	12:00 AM
Latest Departure	11:30 PM
Departures per day	29
Distance	500 kilometers
Transport Companies	Egypt Luxury Private Transfer, Egyptair, Egyptair, El Khaligea, Go Bus, Pullman Bus Egypt, Star Bus Egypt

Popular Routes

Cairo to Safaga