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Luxor Museum
Compact museum with well-presented statues, reliefs and royal mummies. Excellent labels make it one of the easiest introductions to ancient Thebes.
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
9 h 30 m
Average duration
10 h 39 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
504 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cairo to Luxor is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cairo to Luxor will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 6 buses that leave Cairo for Luxor every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 504 km distance in an average of 10 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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0Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cairo to Luxor among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, and a flight costs an average of £42.
Distance: 504 km
Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £126 Average Price |
11h 25m Average total duration 10h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Cairo to Luxor coaches for today, Saturday 8 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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0 | 19:00 Cairo | 12h00 | 7:00 Luxor | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 19:30 Cairo | 13h30 | 9:00 Luxor | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 20:45 Cairo | 12h15 | 9:00 Luxor | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 20:45 Cairo | 9h45 | 6:30 Luxor | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 9 August | |||||
0 | 1:45 Cairo | 10h15 | 12:00 Luxor | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 2:30 Cairo | 9h30 | 12:00 Luxor | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Cairo to Luxor run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 504 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 504 km |
Average bus duration 10h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 0:01 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Discover the best of Luxor — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Luxor trip today.
Compact museum with well-presented statues, reliefs and royal mummies. Excellent labels make it one of the easiest introductions to ancient Thebes.
Small but memorable museum displaying mummified crocodiles, animal remains and objects from the nearby temple dedicated to Sobek.
Modern museum on the west bank focusing on ancient Egyptian art and daily life, with a quieter atmosphere than the city’s headline sites.
Historic avenue linking Karnak and Luxor Temple. Reopened for walking, it offers a striking route lined with ancient sphinxes.
Pleasant riverside promenade for walking, people-watching and Nile views, especially attractive around sunset and in the cooler evening hours.
Lively central market street area with everyday shopping, spices and fabrics. A practical stop for atmosphere and observing local commerce.
Slow-cooked broad beans seasoned with cumin, lemon and oil. A daily Egyptian breakfast staple, widely eaten in Luxor with bread and pickles.
Baked rice mixed with milk or cream, often finished with butter. This comforting dish is common in Upper Egypt and served as a rich side or light meal.
Egypt’s national dish of rice, pasta, lentils and chickpeas topped with tomato sauce and fried onions. Popular, filling and easy to find across Luxor.
Popular casual restaurant serving Egyptian staples, grills and tagines near Luxor Temple, with a friendly rooftop atmosphere.
Refined Nile-side dining at the Sofitel, known for Egyptian and Mediterranean dishes in an elegant, quieter setting.
Well-known Nile-view restaurant on the West Bank, specialising in Egyptian and international dishes in a relaxed garden setting.
Budget-friendly versus many tourist cities: hotels, meals and taxis are usually cheap, though Nile-view stays and guided tours cost more.
Tipping is expected. Restaurants: about 10% if no service is added. Cafes: round up or leave £10-20. Taxis: round up or add about 5-10%; agree the fare first.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cairo to Luxor by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Luxor, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cairo to Luxor buses use the Cairo (القاهرة) to Luxor (الأقصر) station pair. Use this guide to compare Cairo and Luxor bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Cairo (القاهرة) is 2 km from Cairo city centre. Public transport options include:
Cairo (القاهرة) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Some small eateries nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Cairo (القاهرة). ATMs are aTMs available nearby.
Ticket office support is available at Cairo (القاهرة).
Available at Cairo (القاهرة): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cairo (القاهرة): Facilities are generally not designed for accessibility needs.
Luxor (الأقصر) is 1 km from Luxor city centre. Public transport options include:
Luxor (الأقصر) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Luxor (الأقصر). ATMs are available at Luxor (الأقصر).
Ticket office support is available at Luxor (الأقصر).
Available at Luxor (الأقصر): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Luxor (الأقصر): Basic accessibility features available.
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