Visitors to Aswan have a number of options for getting around the city and the rest of the country with public transportation. 

            The public transportation system in the immediate city of Aswan is fairly convenient and easy to use.  Because Aswan is reasonably sized city, there are numerous routes available, making much of the city accessible to the public.  For more information about routes and timetables, visit one of the Tourist Offices located around Aswan at the railway station, and Tourist Souk.

            There is a good train network that links most of the major towns and cities throughout Egypt, including Aswan. For more information about traveling by train to and from many destinations around the country, visit this Travel Egypt by Train page, or this Independent Guide to Egyptian Railways link.

            Taxis are a good way of getting around the immediate city of Aswan.   Fares are based on meters, which should be standard for all taxis, but are not always used.   The other option for determining fares is negotiation.   Either way, make sure that a meter is running or a price has been agreed upon before beginning a journey.   Taxis can be found everywhere.   Because many drivers do not speak English, it is a wise idea to bring along a map with the desired destination circled.