Cities Near Mersa Matruh
Cities near Mersa Matruh, Egypt: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Alexandria, Kafr ad Dawwār, Idkū. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Mersa Matruh, Egypt is Alexandria, about 159 mi (255 km) away — roughly 3 hr 41 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria | 159 mi / 255 km | 3 hr 41 min | 47 min | Weekend getaway |
| Kafr ad Dawwār | 172 mi / 276 km | 3 hr 59 min | 49 min | Weekend getaway |
| Idkū | 181 mi / 291 km | 4 hr 12 min | 50 min | Weekend getaway |
| Ḩawsh ‘Īsá | 183 mi / 295 km | 4 hr 15 min | 50 min | Weekend getaway |
| Rosetta | 188 mi / 302 km | 4 hr 6 min | 51 min | Weekend getaway |
| Damanhūr | 192 mi / 309 km | 4 hr 12 min | 51 min | Weekend getaway |
| Fuwwah | 196 mi / 315 km | 4 hr 16 min | 52 min | Weekend getaway |
| Tobruk | 200 mi / 321 km | 4 hr 21 min | 52 min | Weekend getaway |
| Disūq | 202 mi / 325 km | 4 hr 24 min | 52 min | Short break |
| Basyūn | 213 mi / 343 km | 4 hr 39 min | 54 min | Short break |
Weekend getaways from Mersa Matruh
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Alexandria, Kafr ad Dawwār. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
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 Mersa Matruh include Alexandria, Kafr ad Dawwār, Idkū, Ḩawsh ‘Īsá, Rosetta. The closest is Alexandria, about 159 miles (255 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.