Cairo to Doha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1282.8 miles 2064.4 km · straight line
1625.8 miles actual route 2616.5 km · driving distance
29h 21min estimated drive time
EGP 2126 - EGP 2617 estimated fuel cost
~3h 5min flight time
100° E bearing direction

How far is Cairo from Doha?

The distance from Cairo to Doha is 1282.8 miles (2064.4 km) as the crow flies. Doha is located E of Cairo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1625.8 miles, taking about 29h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 5min. Cairo is in Egypt, while Doha is in Qatar.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cairo and Doha. 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 Cairo to Doha

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 29h 21min EGP 2126 - EGP 2617 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~35h 13min $130–$244* Budget
Train ~38h 9min $195–$569* Comfort

Quick Facts

Cairo
30.04°N, 31.24°E
Africa/Cairo
75m elevation
Doha
25.29°N, 51.53°E
Asia/Qatar
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 428 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 107 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 19.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM