Do you have a transfer from Taba to Dahab coming up? Make sure to secure your travel itinerary beforehand, since your options for travelling in between the two towns are quite limited.
In this article, we will explain exactly how to get from Taba to Dahab by bus and by private transfer, how to set up you transfer and what to keep in mind for your travel day.
Key Takeaways
- The cheapest way to get from Taba to Dahab is by taking the daily Go Bus Egypt service from Taba Heights, costing about 245 EGP and taking 2 to 3 hours.
- The bus departs at 4 pm daily and tickets can be bought online; the bus station is in Taba Heights, not at the border.
- For faster and more flexible travel, book a private transfer or taxi in advance, costing around $50 and taking about 2.5 hours.
- Arrive early at the border to avoid missing the bus, and book your Dahab hotel in advance for a smooth trip.
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3 Dahab Hotels for Every Budget
Complete your Dahab itinerary by booking your Dahab hotel after securing your Dahab bus. These are 3 Dahab hotels at 3 drastically different price points:
Type | Name | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
Hostel | Rafiki Hostels | from $ 16 per night | |
Boutique | NEOM Hotel | from $ 125 per night | |
Resort | Dahab Paradise | from $ 94 per night |
How to Get from Taba to Dahab: 2 Modes of Transport
Taba and Dahab are both located on the Red Sea coast of the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt and separated by around 140 kilometres of desert highway with the Sinai Mountains on one and the Gulf of Aqaba on the other side.
There are two modes of transport connecting Taba and Dahab: tourist buses and private transfers. We will be breaking down both of them, detailing both schedules, routes, prices and important info:
Getting from Taba to Dahab by Bus: The Cheapest Option
The cheapest way of getting from Taba to Dahab is taking a bus from Taba Heights. Currently, there are only a few daily connections departing for Dahab from Taba Heights. One reliable bus company serving this route is Go Bus Egypt.
Go Bus operates a daily connection between Taba and Dahab that departs from Taba Heights at 4 pm. It runs every day of the week, including Friday, and takes around 2 to 3 hours depending on the delays at checkpoints along the way.
Join can simply buy tickets for this bus online on the Go Bus Egypt website or on the Go Bus App. A single ride on the bus from Taba to Dahab costs 245 EGP. If you book a return trip, you will get a small discount. Overall, the bus is a great way to save money on your transfer to Dahab.
Important: The Taba Bus Station is not located at the Israeli border checkpoint, but in Taba Heights where Taba’s hotels are. From Taba Border Control, you need to walk around 15 minutes to reach the bus station. We recommend arriving to the border early, in order not to miss the bus in case of any delays.
The Cheapest Bus Option at a Glance
- Daily direct bus service operated by Go Bus Egypt.
- Covers around 140 kilometres and takes between 2 and 3 hours.
- Tickets can be bought online; ticket prices are set at 245 EGP per person.
- Pickup is at Taba Heights Bus Station, not the Border Control.
Getting from Taba to Dahab by Private Transfer: The Fastest Way
If you are set to arrive to Taba after the 4 pm departure of the daily Go Bus connection to Dahab , you can either hire a tax driver upon arrival on the Egyptian side or book a private transfer in advance. We recommend doing the latter. Let us tell you why.
If you book a taxi on the spot, you enjoy flexibility as to when you will be arriving to the Egyptian side and don’t have to worry about making your driver wait for you. However, you will end up paying more as opposed to booking your spot on a taxi in advance.
If you book a private transfer from Taba to Dahab in advance, you will get guaranteed availability, a confirmed pickup time for your transport and your driver will still be waiting for you, in case procedures at the border take longer than expected. You can easily find drivers in one of Dahab’s Facebook groups.
For our transfer to Dahab, we booked a private transfer in advance and paid around $ 50 for the ride in total. The ride with our driver was very pleasant and wee arrived to Dahab within 2.5 hours with a stop for drinks along the way. If you are not on a budget, the transfer is the most straightforward option.
The Fastest Way at a Glance
- You can book taxis to Dahab on the spot at the Border Control.
- Booking a private transfer in advance is cheaper, however.
- The private transfer can be arranged at any time of day.
- The transport to Dahab takes around 2.5 hours by car.
Where to Stay in Dahab, Egypt
Since border procedures at the Taba border can take a long time, and transfer are much easier, if you already know where you are going, we recommend booking your hotel before you start your trip to Dahab.
These are three Dahab hotels at three different price points we can vouch for:
Rafiki Hostels
Located right on Dahab’s Main Street, Rafiki Hostels is easy to reach whether you are headed to Dahab by bus or private transfer. The hostel is strategically located a 10-minute walk away from the bus station and equally close to Dahab’s center and its calmer, more affordable Assalah area.
Rafiki Hostels itself is one of the most popular hostels in town for a reason. The hostel rooms are clean and well-taken care of by the staff. The common areas are spacious are there are plenty of opportunities to connect with our travellers during breakfast and dinner. What we liked about it most, though, are the countless activities the hostel organises each day.
Type | Name | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
Hostel | Rafiki Hostels | from $ 16 per night |
NEOM Hotel
Located right on Assalah Beach, NEOM Hotel is the perfect hotel pick for you, if you are looking for a comfortable stay in Dahab, yet want to connect with the community. That is because NEOM Hotel is not just a normal hotel.
While NEOM has all the features of a high-end boutique hotel – air-conditioned rooms, a great breakfast and a swimming pool – it’s even more popular for its activities such as yoga sessions and free diving competitions as well as its beach cafés that attracts visitor from all over Dahab.
Type | Name | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
Boutique | NEOM Hotel | from $ 125 per night |
Dahab Paradise
Located just a few minutes north of Dahab, Dahab Paradise is incredibly easy to reach from Taba, if you’re headed to Dahab via private transfer. But, of course, the location is only one of many reasons to stay this resort hotel.
What makes Dahab Paradise special to us, are its serene atmosphere outside of the main town of Dahab, its spacious installations including a breakfast restaurant and a swimming pool and its own dedicated ‘private beach’ and beach bar called Drift. You could easily spend your whole day at Dahab Paradise without feeling like you’re missing out on something.
Type | Name | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
Resort | Dahab Paradise | from $ 94 per night |
Can’t decide on a hotel? In our in-depth Dahab hotel guide, we have reviewed even more hotels in Dahab from affordable hostels to all-inclusive resorts.
The Bottom Line
Getting from Taba to Dahab is pretty straightforward. Are you planning to arrive to Taba, Egypt, well before 4 pm? Book a seat on the daly Go Bus online and catch the bus at the Taba Heights Bus Station?
Are you planning to arrive to Taba around 4 pm or later? Play it safe and book a dedicated private transfer for your travel group. Prices start from $ 50 per group. Your driver will be waiting for you, even in case of delays, and all you will have to worry about will be the border controls.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Taba from Dahab?
Taba is located on the northeastern edge of the Gulf of Aqaba, while Dahab is located some 140 kilometres south of Taba. Both towns are connected to each other via the Nuweiba-Taba Road and the Dahab-Nuweiba Road, a continuous desert highway. The drive takes around 2 hours in total.
Is Taba, Egypt worth visiting?
Taba, Eygpt, is a small resort town in the northeast of the South Sinai Governorate. While it is not as popular or developed as Nuweiba, Dahab or Sharm El-Sheikh, it does feature some of its own resort hotels and attractions. Taba is mostly frequented by Israeli tourists due to its proximity to the Israeli border.
Is Dahab better than Sharm El-Sheikh?
While Sharm El-Sheikh is a highly-urbanised resort center on the Red Sea coast, Dahab has a much more Bohemian vibe and mostly attract backpackers, divers and digital nomads. If you’re looking for a calmer vibe, freeform and community, Dahab is the way to go.
How much is a taxi from Taba to Cairo?
If you are headed straight to Cairo from Taba, you should expect to pay at least $ 100 per vehicle, often times more. Alternatively, you can take a direct bus to Cairo via Dahab for 810 EGP per person. This ride will take at least 11 hours though.
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We are Nancy & Elias.
Over four years of backpacking and digital nomading made us fall in love with the Middle East. We have lived on the Red Sea coast in Egypt, lived in a Bedouin Camp in Jordan and travelled 6+ Middle Eastern countries overland.
As we continue to travel, we share our battle-tested travels advice on this blog, from travel reports and transfer guides to accommodation recs and saving hacks.
