Alexandria to Cairo Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 39 trains daily from Alexandria to Cairo.
Departures from 2:20 AM to 10:15 PM. Journey time from 2h 30m.

Trains39 /day
First2:20 AM
Last10:15 PM
Duration2h 30m
Farefrom 65 EGP (cheapest) to 500 EGP (highest)
Fastest926 Abu Al-Hol

Trains from Alexandria to Cairo
Train	Schedule	Duration	Stops	Prices	Distance	Note
Train 2 Russian	2:20 AM Alexandria 6:30 AM Cairo	4h 10m	18 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	No service on Fridays or public holidays

Train 1108 Russian	3:05 AM Alexandria 6:55 AM Cairo	3h 50m	11 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 926 Abu Al-Hol	4:45 AM Alexandria 7:15 AM Cairo	2h 30m	1 stop	Second Class AC 200 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 1904 VIP	5:00 AM Alexandria 8:20 AM Cairo	3h 20m	8 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 8 Russian	5:10 AM Alexandria 9:15 AM Cairo	4h 5m	14 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 3008 AC Russian	5:45 AM Alexandria 8:30 AM Cairo	2h 45m	3 stops	Third Class AC 90 EGP	208 km	Express — main towns
Train 902 AC Spanish	6:00 AM Alexandria 9:25 AM Cairo	3h 25m	8 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 2022 Talgo	7:00 AM Alexandria 9:35 AM Cairo	2h 35m	1 stop	Second Class AC 300 EGP First Class AC 500 EGP	208 km	Non-stop service · Departs at 9:00 AM on Fridays and public holidays
Train 906 VIP	7:15 AM Alexandria 9:45 AM Cairo	2h 30m	1 stop	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Non-stop service
Train 158 Russian	7:25 AM Alexandria 10:25 AM Cairo	3h	4 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	Express, provincial capitals as far as Cairo · Express, main towns as far as Luxor
Train 14 AC Russian	8:00 AM Alexandria 11:00 AM Cairo	3h	7 stops	Third Class AC 90 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 900 AC French	8:15 AM Alexandria 11:20 AM Cairo	3h 5m	4 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 3024 AC Russian	9:15 AM Alexandria 12:10 PM Cairo	2h 55m	6 stops	Third Class AC 90 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 1212 Russian	9:25 AM Alexandria 1:35 PM Cairo	4h 10m	15 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 910 Abu Al-Hol	10:00 AM Alexandria 12:40 PM Cairo	2h 40m	3 stops	Second Class AC 200 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 132 Russian	10:20 AM Alexandria 2:20 PM Cairo	4h	12 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 912 AC Spanish	11:00 AM Alexandria 1:55 PM Cairo	2h 55m	3 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 164 Russian	12:00 PM Alexandria 3:15 PM Cairo	3h 15m	6 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Express, provincial capitals as far as Asyut · Stops at main towns as far as Aswan
Train 1082 Abu Al-Hol + Sleep	12:30 PM Alexandria 3:25 PM Cairo	2h 55m	2 stops	Second Class AC 200 EGP	208 km	Express — provincial capitals · Runs Saturday and Tuesday only — sleeper and seated cars
Train 914 VIP	1:00 PM Alexandria 4:20 PM Cairo	3h 20m	8 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 18 Russian	1:10 PM Alexandria 5:15 PM Cairo	4h 5m	14 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	—	Express — major stations only
Train 2024 Talgo	2:00 PM Alexandria 4:30 PM Cairo	2h 30m	1 stop	Second Class AC 300 EGP First Class AC 500 EGP	208 km	Non-stop service
Train 24 Russian	2:30 PM Alexandria 6:40 PM Cairo	4h 10m	15 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 916 Premium + VIP	3:00 PM Alexandria 5:30 PM Cairo	2h 30m	1 stop	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP PRIMUM VIP 300 EGP	208 km	Non-stop service
Train 922 VIP	3:30 PM Alexandria 6:50 PM Cairo	3h 20m	6 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express — provincial capitals
Train 196 AC Russian	3:40 PM Alexandria 7:00 PM Cairo	3h 20m	6 stops	Third Class AC 90 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 118 Russian	5:10 PM Alexandria 10:20 PM Cairo	5h 10m	23 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	228 km	Express — main towns · Travels via the Minuf line
Train 88 AC Spanish	5:50 PM Alexandria 8:35 PM Cairo	2h 45m	2 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express, provincial capitals as far as Cairo · Express, major stations only as far as Asyut · Express, main towns as far as Aswan
Train 32 Russian	6:20 PM Alexandria 10:25 PM Cairo	4h 5m	11 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 2026 Talgo	6:50 PM Alexandria 9:20 PM Cairo	2h 30m	1 stop	Second Class AC 300 EGP First Class AC 500 EGP	208 km	Non-stop service
Train 928 AC Spanish	7:00 PM Alexandria 9:50 PM Cairo	2h 50m	2 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 1088 Abu Al-Hol + Sleep	7:20 PM Alexandria 10:00 PM Cairo	2h 40m	1 stop	Second Class AC 200 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only · Runs Sunday and Thursday only — sleeper and seated cars
Train 1130 AC Russian	7:30 PM Alexandria 10:15 PM Cairo	2h 45m	5 stops	Third Class AC 90 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 1008 Russian	7:50 PM Alexandria 10:55 PM Cairo	3h 5m	4 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 2008 VIP	8:00 PM Alexandria 10:40 PM Cairo	2h 40m	2 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only · Runs non-stop from Giza to Asyut
Train 1902 AC Spanish	8:10 PM Alexandria 11:35 PM Cairo	3h 25m	6 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Runs non-stop from Giza to Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut
Train 28 Russian	8:20 PM Alexandria 12:15 AM Cairo	3h 55m	15 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 3006 AC Russian	9:45 PM Alexandria 12:25 AM Cairo	2h 40m	2 stops	Third Class AC 90 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 934 AC Spanish	10:15 PM Alexandria 12:50 AM Cairo	2h 35m	2 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only

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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains. Last updated: 19 September 2026

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FAQ — Alexandria to Cairo Trains

Are there trains from Alexandria to Cairo throughout the day?

Yes, there are 39 trains daily between Alexandria and Cairo, spread across the day: 14 in the morning, 9 midday/afternoon, 12 in the evening, 4 at night. The first train departs at 2:20 AM and the last at 10:15 PM.

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

The fastest train is Abu Al-Hol #926, departing at 4:45 AM with a journey time of 2h 30m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#118) takes 5h 10m — a difference of 2h 40m, as it stops at 23 stations versus 1.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Alexandria to Cairo?

The cheapest tickets start from 65 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 65 EGP, Third Class AC: 90 EGP, Second Class AC: 170 EGP, First Class AC: 220 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Alexandria to Cairo?

26 of 39 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 926, 1904, 3008, 902, 2022, 906, 14, 900, 3024, 910, 912, 1082, 914, 2024, 916, 922, 196, 88, 2026, 928, 1088, 1130, 2008, 1902, 3006, 934, while trains 2, 1108, 8, 158, 1212, 132, 164, 18, 24, 118, 32, 1008, 28 run non-AC classes. Top class available: Abu Al-Hol or VIP or Talgo or Premium.

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

Abu Al-Hol or VIP or Talgo or Premium trains on this route sell out fast in peak seasons — book ahead via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg. The regular trains (13 on this route) usually have same-day tickets at the Alexandria station counter.

How many stops are there between Alexandria and Cairo?

Stops range from 1 (train 926 — the fewest) to 23 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.

Alexandria to Cairo Train Schedule & Prices

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