The options compared
| Option | Duration | Price seen | Who for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scheduled bus or minibus | 4 to 6 hours | about 19 to 30 US dollars per person (several operators on one booking site) | solo travellers or small budgets who sleep in Luxor |
| One-way private transfer | about 4 hours | from about 80 US dollars per vehicle on GetYourGuide (another listing: 65 dollars per person, 5 hours) | couples and families with luggage |
| Private transfer via an agency | about 4 hours | from 197 dollars (limousine, 2 people) to 246 (minibus, 8) and 367 (small bus, 15) | groups |
| Small-group day trip | 12 hours or more | depends on the offer; the most booked: 4.8 from over 5,300 reviews | those returning to Hurghada in the evening |
Transfer prices are starting prices per vehicle or per seat depending on the operator: check the number of bags and the pick-up point.
Our choice
- To see Luxor without sleeping there: the day trip with Valley of the Kings and Tutankhamun's tomb; full comparison in Luxor from Hurghada: which tour.
- To sleep in Luxor: a private transfer if you are two or more, the minibus if you travel alone. Then plan Karnak, the Valley of the Kings and Luxor Temple over two days.
- To continue to Aswan: the 2-3 day cruise saves organising everything.
What to know before you go
- Real duration: a booking site advertises 4 hours by bus, but one traveller counted 6. Allow a margin, especially for a train or flight afterwards.
- Driver: reviews mention a lost driver or a change of vehicle on the way; ask for the driver's name and keep the agency's number.
- Paying: prefer a booking with free cancellation; do not pay cash in advance.
- Road: via Safaga and Qena; carry water and a snack. See also getting around Hurghada.
FAQ
Can you go from Hurghada to Luxor by train? There is no station in Hurghada; we only found the bus, minibus and car.
How long does the trip take? Four hours at best, up to six according to travellers.
What is cheapest? The minibus or bus, around 20 to 30 US dollars per person.
The Hurghada Authority editorial team, 24 October 2026.
