Cairo To Giza: Quick Airport Bus Travel Times

Cairo, Egypt's capital, is the perfect place to start your Egyptian adventure, especially if you plan to visit the ancient pyramids and the Great Sphinx in Giza, just 17km away. While there are several ways to get from Cairo Airport to Giza, there is no direct bus connection. The fastest way to get to Giza is by taxi, which takes around 60 minutes and costs €11 (200 EGP) on average. However, if you're looking for a more affordable option, you can take the public bus for just €2 (35.00 EGP), although this involves two changes to the metro and another bus route, extending the travel time to about 1 hour and 50 minutes.

There is no direct bus from Cairo Airport to Giza

Getting from Cairo Airport to Giza by Bus

Unfortunately, there is no direct bus from Cairo Airport to Giza. The total travel time using buses and the metro is approximately 2 hours. Here is a step-by-step guide to help you get from Cairo Airport to Giza by bus:

Cairo Airport to Ramses Station

Firstly, take either the No. 111 or No. 381 bus from Cairo Airport to Ramses Station in the city centre. The No. 111 bus goes to Shoubra, and the No. 381 bus goes to Imbaba. These buses depart every 30 minutes between 07:50 and 18:15. The journey to Ramses Station takes around 50 minutes, but it can take up to 75 minutes during peak times.

Ramses Station to Giza

From Ramses Station, you have a few options to get to Giza:

• Metro: Take metro Line 2 to the Giza station. The travel time is about 20 minutes, and the ticket costs 15 EGP (0.50 USD) per person.
• Bus: Take bus No. 355 or 357 from Ramses Station to the pyramids. The bus ticket costs around 5 EGP (0.15 USD) per person, and the journey takes 1-1.5 hours, depending on traffic.
• Taxi: Take a taxi or Uber from Ramses Station to Giza. This is the fastest option and takes around 30 minutes, depending on traffic.

Important Information

• The bus ticket costs 10 EGP for a single ticket.
• The bus from Cairo Airport to Ramses Station is air-conditioned and has free WiFi, but these may not always work.
• The No. 111 and No. 381 buses can be found at the Cairo airport bus station, located just outside Terminal 1. If you arrive at Terminal 2 or 3, you can take the free shuttle bus to Terminal 1.
• Public transport is not recommended for solo female travellers, and minor thefts or pickpocketing may occur.
• Bus numbers are often written in Arabic or not clearly visible, so ask the driver where the bus is going.
• You can buy your bus ticket on the bus, but you will need local currency.
• The metro ticket to Giza station costs 15 EGP (0.50 USD) per person.
• The cheapest way to reach Giza is by bus.
• The Giza Pyramids and the Great Sphinx are among the most popular tourist destinations in the world.

The total journey time by bus is around 2 hours

The total journey time by bus from Cairo Airport to Giza is around 2 hours. This is because there is no direct bus route between the two locations. To get from Cairo Airport to Giza by bus, you will need to take two buses and one metro train.

Firstly, take the 111 or 381 bus from Cairo Airport to Ramses Railway Station in Cairo city centre. The 111 bus will take you to Shoubra, while the 381 bus will take you to Imbaba. Both buses stop at Ramses Station, a large square next to the central station. The bus from Cairo Airport departs every 30 minutes between 07:50 and 18:15. The journey to Ramses Station takes 50 minutes, but it can take up to 75 minutes during peak times.

Once you arrive at Ramses Station, take the Sadat Metro Line 2 to Sadaki Mekki Station. From there, you can take another bus or a taxi to Giza. The total journey time for this route is approximately 2 hours.

It's important to note that public transport is not recommended for solo female travellers. Minor thefts and pickpocketing can occur on public transport, so it's essential to keep an eye on your valuables.

The cheapest way to reach Giza is by bus

From Ramses Station, you can take the metro Line 2 to Sadaki Mekki Station. From there, you can either take a taxi or another bus to Giza. The bus from Cairo city centre to the pyramids is either the No. 355 or No. 357, and the ticket costs around 5 EGP (0.15 USD) per person. The total journey time from the airport to the pyramids is approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes.

If you are already in Cairo city centre, the bus to the pyramids takes 1-1.5 hours, depending on traffic.

The bus from Cairo Airport to the city centre runs every 30 minutes

The Cairo Transportation Authority (CTA) city buses that serve this route are the number 111 bus to Shoubra and the number 381 bus to Imbaba. Both buses stop at Midan Ramses, a large square next to Ramses Railway Station, the central station of the city. Bus number 381 also stops near the Ramses Hilton Hotel & Casino in the city centre. From Ramses Railway Station, you can take a metro, taxi, or another bus to Giza.

Please note that there is no direct bus from Cairo Airport to the Pyramids of Giza. If you are travelling to the pyramids, you will need to take either the number 111 or 381 bus to Ramses Railway Station, and then take the Sadat Metro Line 2 to Sadaki Mekki Station. From there, you can take another bus or a taxi to Giza. The total journey time from the airport to the pyramids is approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes.

The bus costs €0.50 (5.00 EGP)

The bus from Cairo Airport to Ramses Railway Station in the city centre costs €0.50 (5.00 EGP). The bus departs every 30 minutes between 07:50 and 18:15. The total travel time is approximately 2 hours.

From Ramses Railway Station, you can take the metro to Giza. The metro ticket to Giza station costs €0.50 (5.00 EGP) per person. The journey takes about 20 minutes.

Once you arrive in Giza, you can take a taxi or Uber to your accommodation or to the Giza Pyramids. The taxi cost from Giza to the pyramids ranges between 10 and 15 USD, depending on the number of passengers, time of day, etc.

If you are travelling by bus, it is recommended to bring local currency as you can buy your bus ticket on board. Bus numbers may be written in Arabic, so it is also advised to ask the driver where the bus is going.

Public transport is not recommended for solo female travellers. It is important to take care of your valuables, as minor thefts or pickpockets may occur on public transport.

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