Day trip from Luxor to Aswān
Aswān lies 181 km (112 mi) south of Luxor, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 181 km (112 mi) apart, Aswān is a realistic day trip from Luxor: about 2 h 56 min each way by road.
| Luxor | Aswān | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Egypt | Egypt |
| Population | 422,407 | 379,774 |
| Elevation | 89 m (292 ft) | 99 m (325 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) |
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Staying in Aswān
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Common questions
How far is Aswān from Luxor?
181 km (112 mi) in a straight line, south of Luxor; by road roughly 220 km (137 mi).
How long does it take to get from Luxor to Aswān by road?
About 2 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Luxor and Aswān?
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.