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Alexandria to Minya trips schedule

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Alexandria to Minya Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 8 trains daily from Alexandria to Minya.
Departures from 4:45 AM to 10:15 PM. Journey time from 5h 45m.

  • Trains8 /day
  • First4:45 AM
  • Last10:15 PM
  • Duration5h 45m
  • Farefrom 100 EGP (cheapest) to 390 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest926 Abu Al-Hol

Alexandria to Minya Train Schedule

Trains from Alexandria to Minya
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 926 Abu Al-Hol
4:45 AM Alexandria
10:30 AM Minya
5h 45m 4 stops
  • Second Class AC 300 EGP
455 km Express — major stations only
Train 3008 AC Russian
5:45 AM Alexandria
12:05 PM Minya
6h 20m 9 stops
  • Third Class AC 180 EGP
455 km Express — main towns
Train 158 Russian
7:25 AM Alexandria
2:25 PM Minya
7h 13 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP
455 km Express, provincial capitals as far as Cairo · Express, main towns as far as Luxor
Train 164 Russian
12:00 PM Alexandria
7:05 PM Minya
7h 5m 11 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP
455 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
12:55 AM Minya
7h 5m 9 stops
  • Second Class AC 290 EGP
  • First Class AC 390 EGP
455 km Express, provincial capitals as far as Cairo · Express, major stations only as far as Asyut · Express, main towns as far as Aswan
Train 1008 Russian
7:50 PM Alexandria
2:25 AM Minya
6h 35m 8 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP
455 km Express — major stations only
Train 3006 AC Russian
9:45 PM Alexandria
4:05 AM Minya
6h 20m 7 stops
  • Third Class AC 180 EGP
455 km Express — major stations only
Train 934 AC Spanish
10:15 PM Alexandria
4:25 AM Minya
6h 10m 6 stops
  • Second Class AC 290 EGP
  • First Class AC 390 EGP
455 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 Minya Trains

Are there trains from Alexandria to Minya throughout the day?

Yes, there are 8 trains daily between Alexandria and Minya, spread across the day: 2 in the morning, 1 midday/afternoon, 3 in the evening, 2 at night. The first train departs at 4:45 AM and the last at 10:15 PM.

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

The fastest train is Abu Al-Hol #926, departing at 4:45 AM with a journey time of 5h 45m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#164) takes 7h 5m — a difference of 1h 20m, as it stops at 11 stations versus 4.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Alexandria to Minya?

The cheapest tickets start from 100 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 100 EGP, Third Class AC: 180 EGP, Second Class AC: 290 EGP, First Class AC: 390 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Alexandria to Minya?

5 of 8 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 926, 3008, 88, 3006, 934, while trains 158, 164, 1008 run non-AC classes. Top class available: Abu Al-Hol.

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

Abu Al-Hol trains on this route sell out fast in peak seasons — book ahead via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg. The regular trains (3 on this route) usually have same-day tickets at the Alexandria station counter.

How many stops are there between Alexandria and Minya?

Stops range from 4 (train 926 — the fewest) to 13 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.