Alexandria to Ashdod by ferry
Ashdod lies 454 km (282 mi) east of Alexandria, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 454 km (282 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 13 h 45 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Alexandria | Ashdod | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Egypt | Israel |
| Population | 5.3 million | 226,838 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 27 m (89 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) | UTC+3 (Asia/Jerusalem) |
| Port | Mīnā al-Bassal | Port of Ashdod |
What changes when you arrive in Ashdod
Crossing from Egypt into Israel: money changes from the Pound to the Shekel (ILS); sockets are BS 546, Euro, Type H; the dialling code becomes +972; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648793 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794.
Where to book ferries from Alexandria to Ashdod
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Staying in Ashdod
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Common questions
How far is Ashdod from Alexandria?
454 km (282 mi) in a straight line, east of Alexandria; by road roughly 553 km (344 mi).
How long does it take to get from Alexandria to Ashdod by ferry?
About 13 h 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Alexandria and Ashdod?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Ashdod?
The Shekel (ILS).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.