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Alexandria to Aswan trips schedule

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Alexandria to Aswan Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 8 trains daily from Alexandria to Aswan.
Departures from 5:45 AM to 9:45 PM. Journey time from 15h 45m.

  • Trains8 /day
  • First5:45 AM
  • Last9:45 PM
  • Duration15h 45m
  • Farefrom 175 EGP (cheapest) to 2678 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest2008 VIP

Alexandria to Aswan Train Schedule

Trains from Alexandria to Aswan
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 3008 AC Russian
5:45 AM Alexandria
10:35 PM Aswan
16h 50m 30 stops
  • Third Class AC 310 EGP
1087 km Express — main towns
Train 164 Russian
12:00 PM Alexandria
7:40 AM Aswan
19h 40m 43 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 175 EGP
1087 km Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Express, provincial capitals as far as Asyut · Stops at main towns as far as Aswan
Train 88 AC Spanish
5:50 PM Alexandria
11:30 AM Aswan
17h 40m 35 stops
  • Second Class AC 430 EGP
  • First Class AC 630 EGP
1087 km Express, provincial capitals as far as Cairo · Express, major stations only as far as Asyut · Express, main towns as far as Aswan
Train 1088 Abu Al-Hol + Sleep
7:20 PM Alexandria
12:00 PM Aswan
16h 40m 10 stops
  • Second Class AC 700 EGP
  • Double Cabin 1785 EGP
  • Single Cabin 2678 EGP
1087 km Express — major stations only · Runs Sunday and Thursday only — sleeper and seated cars
Train 1008 Russian
7:50 PM Alexandria
12:30 PM Aswan
16h 40m 26 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 175 EGP
1087 km Express — major stations only
Train 2008 VIP
8:00 PM Alexandria
11:45 AM Aswan
15h 45m 14 stops
  • Second Class AC 430 EGP
  • First Class AC 630 EGP
1087 km Express — major stations only · Runs non-stop from Giza to Asyut
Train 1902 AC Spanish
8:10 PM Alexandria
1:20 PM Aswan
17h 10m 23 stops
  • Second Class AC 430 EGP
  • First Class AC 630 EGP
1087 km Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Runs non-stop from Giza to Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut
Train 3006 AC Russian
9:45 PM Alexandria
1:30 PM Aswan
15h 45m 16 stops
  • Third Class AC 310 EGP
1087 km Express — major stations only
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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.

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FAQ — Alexandria to Aswan Trains

Are there trains from Alexandria to Aswan throughout the day?

Yes, there are 8 trains daily between Alexandria and Aswan, spread across the day: 1 in the morning, 1 midday/afternoon, 6 in the evening. The first train departs at 5:45 AM and the last at 9:45 PM.

What is the fastest train from Alexandria to Aswan and how long does it take?

The fastest train is VIP #2008, departing at 8:00 PM with a journey time of 15h 45m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#164) takes 19h 40m — a difference of 3h 55m, as it stops at 43 stations versus 14.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Alexandria to Aswan?

The cheapest tickets start from 175 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 175 EGP, Third Class AC: 310 EGP, Second Class AC: 430 EGP, First Class AC: 630 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Alexandria to Aswan?

6 of 8 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 3008, 88, 1088, 2008, 1902, 3006, while trains 164, 1008 run non-AC classes. Top class available: Abu Al-Hol or VIP.

Should I book the Alexandria — Aswan trip in advance or at the station?

Abu Al-Hol or VIP trains on this route sell out fast in peak seasons — book ahead via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg. The regular trains (2 on this route) usually have same-day tickets at the Alexandria station counter.

How many stops are there between Alexandria and Aswan?

Stops range from 10 (train 1088 — the fewest) to 43 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.