Day trip from Luxor to Hurghada
Hurghada lies 209 km (130 mi) north-east of Luxor, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 209 km (130 mi) apart, Hurghada is a realistic day trip from Luxor: about 3 h 24 min each way by road.
| Luxor | Hurghada | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Egypt | Egypt |
| Population | 422,407 | 207,132 |
| Elevation | 89 m (292 ft) | 11 m (36 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) |
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Common questions
How far is Hurghada from Luxor?
209 km (130 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Luxor; by road roughly 255 km (158 mi).
How long does it take to get from Luxor to Hurghada by road?
About 3 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Luxor and Hurghada?
No, both are on Africa/Cairo at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- 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.