5 trains run daily from Alexandria to Qalyoub. The first leaves at 2:20 AM and the last at 8:20 PM; the fastest is train 28 at 3 hrs 30 min. Fares range from EGP 55 to EGP 65. Trains leave from Alexandria Train Station; all stop at Damanhour. Source: Egyptian National Railways timetable, updated 18 August 2026.
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| Train | Type | Departure | Arrival | Duration | Stops | Distance | Fares (EGP) | Note | Stops list |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Train 2 | Russian | 3h 47m | 16 stops | 194 km |
| No service on Fridays or public holidays | |||
| Train 1212 | Russian | 3h 45m | 13 stops | 194 km |
| Express — major stations only | |||
| Train 24 | Russian | 3h 45m | 13 stops | 194 km |
| Express — major stations only | |||
| Train 118 | Russian | 4h 36m | 21 stops | 214 km |
| Express — main towns · Travels via the Minuf line | |||
| Train 28 | Russian | 3h 30m | 13 stops | 194 km |
| Express — major stations only |
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The fastest, train 28, takes 3 hrs 30 min; the slowest, train 118, takes 4 hrs 36 min; half the trains arrive in 3 hrs 45 min or less, over 194 km; most trains stop at Damanhour, Tanta and Banha.
The first is train 2 at 2:20 AM and the last is train 28 at 8:20 PM: 1 in the morning, 1 in the afternoon, 2 in the evening and 1 after midnight.
EGP 55 to 65 depending on the train and class: Third Class (Fan) 55–65.
All trains leave from Alexandria Train Station; some also stop at Sidi Gaber (5 of 5, 4 km). Direct trains to Qalyoub also run from Sidi Gaber (5). They arrive at Qalyoub Train Station.
Of the 5 trains on this route, the 5 air-conditioned ones are booked online on the ENR website or app from 15 days up to 12 hours before departure, by phone on 1661 up to an hour before, or at the station until departure.
