Driving from Assiut to Luxor
Luxor lies 220 km (136 mi) south-east of Assiut, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 21 min without stops, over roughly 268 km (166 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Assiut | Luxor | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Egypt | Egypt |
| Population | 528,669 | 422,407 |
| Elevation | 56 m (184 ft) | 89 m (292 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) |
Where to book car hire from Assiut to Luxor
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Staying in Luxor
Our booking partner lists 602 places to stay in Luxor. Of the 355 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (127), and 84 are five-star. Across 128 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 9 out of 10. Guests have left 69,638 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Luxor from Assiut?
220 km (136 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Assiut; by road roughly 268 km (166 mi).
How long does it take to get from Assiut to Luxor by car?
About 3 h 21 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Assiut and Luxor?
No, both are on Africa/Cairo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Luxor?
Our booking partner lists 602 places to stay in Luxor, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.