Getting to Alexandria by Road

Getting to Alexandria by Road

Alexandria, the city named after the brave king Alexander, is a place worth visited if you are in search of history as well as some adventure. The modern metropolis which derives its beauty as well as its popularity from the ruins and objects of the past remains to be Egypt’s main seaport and home to a great chunk of Egypt’s population. Alexandria definitely has seen development in all its phases and the city has been a great crowd puller for its extensive network of road communication and transport. Alexandria enjoys the services of well maintained highways which has also increased the rate of road travel into Alexandria.

Alexandria has four main highways to name. They are the International Coastal Road, The Desert road, The Agricultural Road and the Circular Road. All the major cities of Egypt are linked by extensive bus services operated by private operators. While opting to visit Alexandria by road one can opt for either the luxury coaches or he non luxury ones.

The best choice to travel to Alexandria by bus is from the capital city of Cairo. It is economical as well as fast. Hospitality and services are exceptionally good on board. The seats are comfortable and you will be provided worth all sorts of recreation and food depending upon your choice of the luxury or non luxury coaches. Here are several companies that operate from Cairo. Some of them are the west delta and the Golden Arrow. However the ruling company is Pullman. The buses leave for the destination usually in the morning but checking the time table is advisable.

However, if you choose to travel to Alexandria by car then opting for the Agriculture road or the Desert Road will be a wise decision. The journey may take 3 hours or more but it is rewarding as you get to see the farm lands and desert views on the way.

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