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Transportation

All participants are kindly requested to arrange their transportation to and from the conference venue (Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Alexandria, Egypt). Transportation from the Hotel to our premises will be provided only for the speakers; however, daily shuttle bus services from Cairo to Alexandria and back will be provided along with your registration fees (if required).

A) Departing to Alexandria
 
The distance from Cairo to Alexandria is approximately 220 km northwest. The Cairo International Airport is located about 22 km from downtown Cairo. There are 3 terminals about 6 km apart from each other. The following options are available to move from Cairo International Airport to Alexandria:
 
1) Trains: Each major city has a central train station. In Cairo, it is Ramses Square; and in Alexandria, it is Sidi Gaber and Masr station. There is a train almost every one hour (see the table below) they are the most comfortable means of travel from Cairo to Alexandria. Train schedules are shown below, but it is recommended that you call ahead to reserve. The number is +(202) 5753555. For more information or for online ticket booking please visit the official website of the ENR (Egyptian National Railways) www.egyptrail.gov.eg.
 
From Cairo to Alexandria
 
Distance (approx.) = 208 KM
18 Trains found
The following list shows all the trains that stop in the selected stations.
Train Dep.
Arr.
Operate in Days
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1st Class Fares
(approx. in LE)
2nd Class Fares
(approx. in LE)
Origin/Fin.
stations
903
Express
06:00
09:00
Work in All Days 35.00 LE 19.00 LE CAIRO ALEXANDRIA
905
Special
08:00
10:30
Work in All Days 50.00 LE 35.00 LE CAIRO ALEXANDRIA
901
Speed
08:15
11:00
Work in All Days 41.00 LE 25.00 LE CAIRO ALEXANDRIA
909
Special
09:00
11:30
Work in All Days 50.00 LE 35.00 LE CAIRO ALEXANDRIA
89
Speed +S
10:00
12:30
Work in All Days 41.00 LE 25.00 LE ASWAN ALEXANDRIA
911
Express
11:00
13:50
Work in All Days 35.00 LE 19.00 LE CAIRO ALEXANDRIA
913
Special
12:00
14:30
Work in All Days 50.00 LE 35.00 LE CAIRO ALEXANDRIA
917
Special
14:00
16:30
Work in All Days 50.00 LE 35.00 LE CAIRO ALEXANDRIA
919
Express
14:15
17:30
Work in All Days 35.00 LE 19.00 LE CAIRO ALEXANDRIA
2917
Special
15:00
17:25
Work in All Days 50.00 LE 35.00 LE CAIRO ALEXANDRIA
915
Express
15:10
18:00
Work in All Days 35.00 LE 19.00 LE CAIRO ALEXANDRIA
923
Express
16:00
19:10
Work in All Days 35.00 LE 19.00 LE CAIRO ALEXANDRIA
925
Express
17:15
20:15
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu --- Sat 35.00 LE 19.00 LE CAIRO ALEXANDRIA
921
Special
18:00
20:30
Work in All Days 50.00 LE 35.00 LE CAIRO ALEXANDRIA
927
Special
19:00
21:30
Work in All Days 50.00 LE 35.00 LE CAIRO ALEXANDRIA
931
Express
20:15
23:10
Work in All Days 35.00 LE 19.00 LE CAIRO ALEXANDRIA
1919
Special
21:00
23:30
Work in All Days 50.00 LE 35.00 LE CAIRO ALEXANDRIA
935
Speed +S
22:30
01:00
Work in All Days 41.00 LE 25.00 LE LUXOR ALEXANDRIA
        
 
Advice When you query or reserve on a train, the TRAIN NUMBER is your key. Also the reserved ticket has the Wagon and Seat numbers printed on it.
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From Alexandria to Cairo

Train Dep.
Arr.
Operate in Days
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1st Class Fares
(approx. in LE)
2nd Class Fares
(approx. in LE)
Origin/Fin.
stations
902
Express
06:00
09:15
Work in All Days 35.00 LE 19.00 LE ALEXANDRIA CAIRO
906
Special
07:00
09:30
Work in All Days 50.00 LE 35.00 LE ALEXANDRIA CAIRO
904
Special
08:00
10:30
Work in All Days 50.00 LE 35.00 LE ALEXANDRIA CAIRO
900
Speed
08:15
11:15
Work in All Days 41.00 LE 25.00 LE ALEXANDRIA CAIRO
910
Express
10:00
13:00
Work in All Days 35.00 LE 19.00 LE ALEXANDRIA CAIRO
912
Special
12:00
14:30
Work in All Days 50.00 LE 35.00 LE ALEXANDRIA CAIRO
914
Speed
13:00
16:16
Work in All Days 41.00 LE 25.00 LE ALEXANDRIA CAIRO
916
Special
14:00
16:30
Work in All Days 50.00 LE 35.00 LE ALEXANDRIA CAIRO
918
Special
15:00
17:30
Work in All Days 50.00 LE 35.00 LE ALEXANDRIA CAIRO
922
Express
16:00
19:00
Work in All Days 35.00 LE 19.00 LE ALEXANDRIA CAIRO
88
Speed +S
17:00
19:30
Work in All Days 41.00 LE 25.00 LE ALEXANDRIA ASWAN
928
Special
18:00
20:35
Work in All Days 50.00 LE 35.00 LE ALEXANDRIA CAIRO
926
Special
19:00
21:30
Work in All Days 50.00 LE 35.00 LE ALEXANDRIA CAIRO
1912
Speed
19:15
21:45
Work in All Days 41.00 LE 25.00 LE ALEXANDRIA CAIRO
930
Express
20:00
23:00
Work in All Days 35.00 LE 19.00 LE ALEXANDRIA CAIRO
934
Speed +S
22:00
00:30
Work in All Days 41.00 LE 25.00 LE ALEXANDRIA LUXOR

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2) Buses: Buses are the second option to travel between Cairo and Alexandria, you can choose from several bus companies. West Delta, Super Jet or El Gouna are the companies most popular. Tickets cost range between EGP 25 and EGP 50, and you may call ahead to determine if there are any changes in the bus schedule +(202) 5798181.
 
If you are arriving at Cairo International Airport and planning to move directly to Alexandria, then you may take the direct (CAIRO-ALEX) buses that are located at Cairo International Airport Terminal One car parking. West Delta and Super jet are the only operating bus companies at the airport. Please see below their prices and schedule.

From Cairo Airport to Alexandria
Type
Time of Departure
Price
Super-Jet
 There is a bus every hour from 5:00 am till 11:30 pm
EGP 50
Western-Delta

Alexandria-Cairo-Cairo airport every half hour (Pullman / golden shares)

EGP 50

    
Caution: On your way approaching the bus station or upon your arrival at the airport, you might  come across people who are offering their private cars (which are not taxis), limousine, buses or vans. Please note that, neither these means nor these people are registered as official transportation means and therefore they are not recommended. It is recommended to abide by the guaranteed information and telephone numbers that we are providing in each section.
 
3) Air Travel: If you do not mind paying extra and do not want to waste your time, domestic air travel is also available between most major cities. Please check (www.egyptair.com).
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B) Transportation within the cities
 
1) Limousine Services: Limousine services are offered by different companies for fixed fees. Representatives are located, upon arrival, at the airport and at hotel lobbies. To reserve in advance, call Misr Limousine at +(202) 2599381. Limousines from Cairo to Alexandria usually cost between EGP 350 and EGP 500.
 
2) Public Taxis: Public taxis are found all over the cities of Cairo and Alexandria. Cairo taxis are notable for their black and white color; while taxis in Alexandria are orange-yellow and black in color. When taking a taxi, you should agree on the fee before your ride, as there is no meter in use.
 
3) Call Taxis: Call Taxi Service is also available in Alexandria and Cairo. Services are available 24 hours, 7 days a week. A maximum of 3 passengers is allowed for each ride. Payments are paid in cash only and the fare depends on the distance travelled. It is preferable to call the company at least 30 minutes in advance.
 
In Alexandria, the company is called "Fast Call" and the numbers are:
  • 19559
  • +(203) 4291397
  • +(203) 4210111
  • Toll Free: 08009999999
In Cairo, the company is called "Cairo Cab" and the numbers are:
  • 19155
  • 16516
  • 19730
  • +(202) 25260086
  • +(202) 124779663
4) Metro (Cairo) and Tram (Alexandria): The cheapest and fastest means of transport in Cairo is the “Metro system” whose station locations are marked by a big red "M" sign. The Metro runs daily from 5:30 am until 12:30 am. Tickets cost one Egyptian pound, and the front wagon of every train is dedicated for women only. In Alexandria, the cheapest (but not the fastest) means of transportation is the Tram, where the tickets cost a quarter of a pound (25 piasters). Like the Metro, the Tram has the first wagon dedicated to women only.
 
5) Car Rental: If you prefer driving a car and have a valid international license, you can rent a car from car rental services found in all major hotels in the city. To rent a car, you must be over 25 years of age, have a passport, have a credit card, and must pay part of the charge in advance. This is not recommended unless you are familiar with the roadways and directions.
 
The table below includes some of the car rental companies.

Company
Phone Number
Address
Cairo International Airport Center
Avis
 
+(202)7947400
Fax: +(202)7962464
16 Makmal as Sukkar, Garden City, Cairo, Egypt
+(202) 2974288
Budget
Rent-A-Car
 
+(202)3400070
Fax: +(202) 3413790
5 Makrizy, Zamalek, Cairo, Egypt
+(202) 2652395
Europcar
 
+(202)3474712
+(202)3474713
Fax: +(202)3036123
27 Sharia Libnan, Mohandiseen, Cairo,  Egypt
+(202) 2914288
Hertz
 
+(202)3034241
195 Sharia 26th of July, Mohandiseen, Cairo, Egypt
+(202) 2914288
J Car
 
+(202)3350521
Fax: +(202)3603255
33 Sharia Missaha, Dokki, Cairo, Egypt
+(202) 2914288
Thrifty
 
+(202)2663313
1 Al-Entesar, Heliopolis, Cairo, Egypt
+(202) 2652620

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Bibliotheca Alexandrina - P.O. Box 138 - Chatby, Alexandria 21526, EGYPT
Phone: +(203) 4839999 General E-mail: biovisionalexandria@bibalex.org