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Alexandria to Sohag trips schedule

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Alexandria to Sohag Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 11 trains daily from Alexandria to Sohag.
Departures from 4:45 AM to 10:15 PM. Journey time from 8h 50m.

  • Trains11 /day
  • First4:45 AM
  • Last10:15 PM
  • Duration8h 50m
  • Farefrom 120 EGP (cheapest) to 2678 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest926 Abu Al-Hol

Alexandria to Sohag Train Schedule

Trains from Alexandria to Sohag
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 926 Abu Al-Hol
4:45 AM Alexandria
1:35 PM Sohag
8h 50m 6 stops
  • Second Class AC 400 EGP
675 km Express — major stations only
Train 3008 AC Russian
5:45 AM Alexandria
3:50 PM Sohag
10h 5m 15 stops
  • Third Class AC 230 EGP
675 km Express — main towns
Train 158 Russian
7:25 AM Alexandria
6:45 PM Sohag
11h 20m 26 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 120 EGP
675 km Express, provincial capitals as far as Cairo · Express, main towns as far as Luxor
Train 164 Russian
12:00 PM Alexandria
10:55 PM Sohag
10h 55m 18 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 120 EGP
675 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
4:20 AM Sohag
10h 30m 15 stops
  • Second Class AC 340 EGP
  • First Class AC 490 EGP
675 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
5:25 AM Sohag
10h 5m 5 stops
  • Second Class AC 400 EGP
  • Double Cabin 1785 EGP
  • Single Cabin 2678 EGP
675 km Express — major stations only · Runs Sunday and Thursday only — sleeper and seated cars
Train 1008 Russian
7:50 PM Alexandria
6:05 AM Sohag
10h 15m 15 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 120 EGP
675 km Express — major stations only
Train 2008 VIP
8:00 PM Alexandria
5:05 AM Sohag
9h 5m 6 stops
  • Second Class AC 340 EGP
  • First Class AC 490 EGP
675 km Express — major stations only · Runs non-stop from Giza to Asyut
Train 1902 AC Spanish
8:10 PM Alexandria
6:50 AM Sohag
10h 40m 14 stops
  • Second Class AC 340 EGP
  • First Class AC 490 EGP
675 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
7:25 AM Sohag
9h 40m 10 stops
  • Third Class AC 230 EGP
675 km Express — major stations only
Train 934 AC Spanish
10:15 PM Alexandria
7:55 AM Sohag
9h 40m 10 stops
  • Second Class AC 340 EGP
  • First Class AC 490 EGP
675 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 Sohag Trains

Are there trains from Alexandria to Sohag throughout the day?

Yes, there are 11 trains daily between Alexandria and Sohag, spread across the day: 2 in the morning, 1 midday/afternoon, 6 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 Sohag and how long does it take?

The fastest train is Abu Al-Hol #926, departing at 4:45 AM with a journey time of 8h 50m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#158) takes 11h 20m — a difference of 2h 30m, as it stops at 26 stations versus 6.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Alexandria to Sohag?

The cheapest tickets start from 120 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 120 EGP, Third Class AC: 230 EGP, Second Class AC: 340 EGP, First Class AC: 490 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Alexandria to Sohag?

8 of 11 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 926, 3008, 88, 1088, 2008, 1902, 3006, 934, while trains 158, 164, 1008 run non-AC classes. Top class available: Abu Al-Hol or VIP.

Should I book the Alexandria — Sohag 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 (3 on this route) usually have same-day tickets at the Alexandria station counter.

How many stops are there between Alexandria and Sohag?

Stops range from 5 (train 1088 — the fewest) to 26 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.