By Air From The Uk
Thomson.co.uk are starting direct flights into Marsa Matruh as of next summer. The tour operator will offer holidays at a selection of hotels to suit all budgets.
By taxi
There is no official shared taxi service in Marsa Matruh, but sheruts leave from in front of Abdu's Restaurant across from the Yousef Hotel in the early evening. Confirming in advance is highly recommended. A conservative estimate of the price is around 20LE but be prepared to pay more.
By bus
The West Delta Bus Station is the city's main transportation hub and is located on the town's main square. Buses plying the Marsa Matruh - Alexandria route leave three times daily at 7AM, 5PM and 10pm. Booking ahead is well advised.
The most convenient way to reach Marsa Matruh from Cairo is to catch the 7:30AM West Delta Bus from the city's Turgoman Bus Station to Marsa Matruh. This should arrive in time to make 1:30PM planes.
From Alexandria, the fastest route is take a West Delta Bus to Marsa Matruh.