Driving from Assiut to New Cairo
New Cairo lies 318 km (198 mi) north of Assiut, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 4 h 51 min without stops, over roughly 388 km (241 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Assiut | New Cairo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Egypt | Egypt |
| Population | 528,669 | 313,139 |
| Elevation | 56 m (184 ft) | 271 m (889 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) |
Where to book car hire from Assiut to New Cairo
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Staying in New Cairo
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Common questions
How far is New Cairo from Assiut?
318 km (198 mi) in a straight line, north of Assiut; by road roughly 388 km (241 mi).
How long does it take to get from Assiut to New Cairo by car?
About 4 h 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Assiut and New Cairo?
No, both are on Africa/Cairo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.