Amman to Cairo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

307.4 miles 494.7 km · straight line
474 miles actual route 762.9 km · driving distance
9h 34min estimated drive time
JOD 45 - JOD 55 estimated fuel cost
~1h 7min flight time
246° WSW bearing direction

How far is Amman from Cairo?

The distance from Amman to Cairo is 307.4 miles (494.7 km) as the crow flies. Cairo is located WSW of Amman. By car, the driving distance is approximately 474 miles, taking about 9h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Amman is in Jordan, while Cairo is in Egypt.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Amman and Cairo. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Amman to Cairo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 34min JOD 45 - JOD 55 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 29min $38–$71* Budget
Train ~9h 5min $57–$166* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Amman & Cairo

Quick Facts

Amman
31.95°N, 35.93°E
Asia/Amman
757m elevation
Cairo
30.04°N, 31.24°E
Africa/Cairo
75m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 102 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 81 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM