Cities Near Damietta
Cities near Damietta, Egypt: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Fāraskūr, Al Jammālīyah, Al Maţarīyah. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Damietta, Egypt is Fāraskūr, about 8 mi (13 km) away — roughly 28 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fāraskūr | 8 mi / 13 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Al Jammālīyah | 17 mi / 27 km | 32 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Al Maţarīyah | 21 mi / 33 km | 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Minyat an Naşr | 22 mi / 36 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Shirbīn | 23 mi / 37 km | 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bilqās | 30 mi / 49 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Port Said | 31 mi / 49 km | 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ţalkhā | 36 mi / 58 km | 1 hr 4 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Samannūd | 46 mi / 74 km | 1 hr 23 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Fāqūs | 48 mi / 77 km | 1 hr 25 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Damietta
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Fāraskūr, Al Jammālīyah, Al Maţarīyah, Minyat an Naşr, Shirbīn. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Damietta include Fāraskūr, Al Jammālīyah, Al Maţarīyah, Minyat an Naşr, Shirbīn. The closest is Fāraskūr, about 8 miles (13 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.