City in Red Sea, Egypt
Getting around Hurghada
How to get around Hurghada
The city stretches along 30+ km of coast: use Uber for most trips and microbuses for cheap hops. Resort hotels run shuttles; most visitors book boats and dives through hotels.
Ways to get around Hurghada
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Uber | About 80–180 EGP for 5 km | Fixed price upfront; fewer cars late at night |
| Microbus | About 10–25 EGP | Runs along the main coastal road; ask the driver your stop |
| Taxi | About 80–200 EGP in town | Agree the price before getting in |
| Go Bus | From about 300 EGP to Cairo | Intercity buses to Cairo and Luxor; book ahead |
Ride-hailing apps in Hurghada
A 5 km ride costs about E£80–180 ($1.5–3.4).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Works across town, fewer cars late at night |
- Taxis rarely use meters; agree prices before getting in. Hotels can book fixed-price transfers for the airport and tours.
Arriving in Hurghada
Hurghada International (HVG)
About 5 km from Sakala; taxi or Uber 100–250 EGP, 10–25 min. Many hotels offer a fixed pickup.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Some quad and scooter rentals exist, but riding is dangerous with trucks and few helmets; use taxis instead.
- Driving: on the right. Bring a 1949-Convention IDP with your licence (valid up to 6 months); traffic is chaotic, so most visitors hire drivers.
- Onward travel in Egypt: Trains run Cairo–Alexandria and Cairo–Luxor–Aswan, including overnight sleepers; Go Bus and Blue Bus serve the Red Sea and Sinai, and EgyptAir flies to Luxor, Aswan and resorts.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Hurghada?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber.
What's the best way to get around Hurghada?
The city stretches along 30+ km of coast: use Uber for most trips and microbuses for cheap hops. Resort hotels run shuttles; most visitors book boats and dives through hotels.
How do I get from the airport to Hurghada?
About 5 km from Sakala; taxi or Uber 100–250 EGP, 10–25 min. Many hotels offer a fixed pickup.
Is Hurghada walkable?
You'll need transport.
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