Can I get to Sharm el Sheik from Hurghada?

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I heard that the regular ferry is not operating this route. Is that still true?

EgyptAir doesn't have direct flights (it goes thru Cairo and is very expensive). Is there any other way to do this route?



Best Answer

I'm giving you my general opinion as an Egyptian not as an expert so don't take my answer for granted.

  • Even if the regular ferry is not operating anymore, I think there will be other ferries there but not as regular. You have to be there and ask you might get lucky just plan for extra day.

  • As far as I know the ferry used to be operated by Thomas Cook. You can contact them at this site http://www.thomascookegypt.com/home.aspx

  • I don't recommend you to plan your own trip to Egypt. It is much better to go in travel package and be part of a group.

Enjoy your trip.




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How do I get from Hurghada to Sharm el Sheikh?

Egypt Transportation by high-speed ferry boat provides economical transfers between Hurghada & Sharm El Sheikh for passengers and private cars 4 days a week. The average travel time is 02:30 hours each way. The distance between Hurghada and Sharm el-sheik is 83 km. The road distance is 783 km.

Is there a ferry from Sharm el Sheikh to Hurghada?

AB Maritime operates a car ferry from Sharm el Sheikh to Hurghada twice a week. Tickets cost $60 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

Is Sharm el-sheik or Hurghada better?

Both places are definitely worth a visit and offer many excursions and activities as well as diving schools. I would say Hurghada is for those looking for more action, Sharm El Sheikh for a quieter holiday or with a focus on diving and snorkelling.

How do you get to Sharm el Sheikh?

How to get to Sharm El Sheikh?
  • Plane. There is an International Airport at Sharm El Sheikh located 10km north of Na'ama Bay with many connections to Europe and Middle East. ...
  • Bus. From Cairo to Sharm El Sheikh, you take a bus or a Taxi for a 7 hours trip! ...
  • Boat. You can go by fast boat from Hurghada to Sharm El Sheikh.




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    Answer 2

    Normally, There isn't a direct flight between these two cities, However in the case of ferries being suspended, there is a flight assigned daily to do so, it costs between $100 - $150 and took about 40min as described here in addition you can use the bus service as described in the same page:

    If you are time rich but cash poor consider taking a public bus or service (shared) taxi between the two:

     Route    Date        Departure Times
     Hurghada - Sharm     Saturday    8am
     Sharm - Hurgahada    Saturday    6pm
     Hurghada - Sharm     Monday      4am
     Sharm - Hurgahada    Monday      6pm
     Hurghada - Sharm     Tuesday     8am
     Sharm - Hurghada     Tuesday     6pm
     Hurghada - Sharm     Thursday    8am
     Sharm - Hurghada     Thursday    6pm
    

    . And as I know the ferries are now operable, so you are preferred to use a one as ferries take only from 1.5 hours to 2.5 hours max to do the trip, in addition it is amazing to spend your travel time in a ferry in the red sea, and worth to mention that there are several trips during the day so you can choose what suites to the best according to the time.

    And to know what are the available trips and their times times in addition how to reserve, have a look here and here:

    Timetable:

    DAY           DEP.TIME      ROUTE
    SUNDAY        08.00     HURGHADA/SHARM
    SUNDAY        18:00     SHARM/HURGHADA
    TUESDAY       08.00     HURGHADA/SHARM
    TUESDAY       18.00     SHARM/HURGHADA
    THURSDAY      08.00     HURGHADA/SHARM
    THURSDAY      18:00     SHARM/HURGHADA
    

    The trip takes around 2.30 hours each way

    Rates per person Prices for Egyptian and Foreign Residents (Egyptian Pounds)

    One Way

    Adult: EGP 350
    Child: EGP 250
    

    Round-Trip

    Adult: EGP 630
    Child: EGP 450
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    Rates per person Prices for non-Egyptians, Tourists, and Visitors (US Dollars)

    One Way

    Adult: US$ 40
    Child: US$ 30
    

    Round-Trip

    Adult: US$ 70
    Child: US$ 50
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    N.B : Children rates applied from 3 till 12 years old. Free ticket for Children under 3 years old (Without seat)

    At last, according to unstable situation in Egypt, ferries get being operable sometimes and some don't, so I mentioned all the available options for you, if ferries are there, go ahead and use it, if not, you have the option to use the bus or the direct flight from Egyptair.

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