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How to get from Hurghada to Sharm El Sheikh
A fast ferry across the Red Sea links Hurghada and Sharm El Sheikh in about 2–3 h on some days of the week, but the service has been irregular over the years. By road the trip goes round via the Suez Canal and takes about 8–10 h, and flying means a connection in Cairo.
Best option: Ferry. When it runs, the ferry turns a full day by road into a crossing of a few hours.
All the ways to make the trip
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ferry Fast ferry from Hurghada port to Sharm El Sheikh port (operators have changed over the years) | about 2–3 h | a few departures a week; not daily | about US$40–60 one way | Sailings are cancelled in strong winds and the schedule changes often; confirm with the operator or a local agent before planning around it. |
| bus Long-distance buses from Hurghada via the Suez area and the Ahmed Hamdi tunnel down the Sinai coast to Sharm El Sheikh (Go Bus among the companies) | about 8–10 h | a few departures a day | about EGP 600–1,200 | Carry your passport for checkpoints; overnight buses are common. |
| flight Flight from Hurghada to Sharm El Sheikh with a connection in Cairo (EgyptAir) | about 4–6 h including the connection | depends on the day | about US$100–250 | Only worth it if the ferry is not running and you do not want the long road trip. |
*Approximate prices and times for 2026. Timetables change by season: check with the operator before you travel.
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Tips
- Ask your hotel or a local agency for the current ferry schedule; online information is often out of date.
- Seasickness is common on windy days; sit at the back and take precautions.
- Carry your passport on all routes; checkpoints are frequent on Sinai roads.
- If the ferry is cancelled, the overnight bus is the usual fallback.
Common questions
Is there a ferry from Hurghada to Sharm El Sheikh?
Yes, a fast ferry has run across the Red Sea for many years, taking about 2–3 h, but only on some days a week, and the operator and schedule have changed often. It is also cancelled in strong winds. Confirm current sailings locally before relying on it.
How long is the bus from Hurghada to Sharm El Sheikh?
About 8–10 h. Buses go north to the Suez area, cross under the canal through the Ahmed Hamdi tunnel and then run down the Sinai coast. Overnight services are common. Bring your passport for police checkpoints and expect stops along the way.
Can I fly from Hurghada to Sharm El Sheikh?
Not usually directly. Flights generally connect in Cairo, making the trip about 4–6 h including the connection. It can be useful if the ferry is not running and you want to avoid the long bus. Compare fares and times with the ferry first.
What is the cheapest way from Hurghada to Sharm El Sheikh?
The bus is usually cheapest, at about EGP 600–1,200, but it takes 8–10 h. The ferry costs more, around US$40–60, but saves most of a day when it runs. Check whether the ferry is operating on your date before deciding.
Compiled by TonyPlan from operator and transport information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.