Cairo to Alexandria Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 37 trains daily from Cairo to Alexandria.
Departures from 4:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Journey time from 2h 30m.

Trains37 /day
First4:00 AM
Last11:00 PM
Duration2h 30m
Farefrom 65 EGP (cheapest) to 500 EGP (highest)
Fastest2025 Talgo

Trains from Cairo to Alexandria
Train	Schedule	Duration	Stops	Prices	Distance	Note
Train 163 Russian	4:00 AM Cairo 7:50 AM Alexandria	3h 50m	7 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	Stops at main towns as far as Asyut · Express, provincial capitals as far as Cairo · Express, main towns as far as Alexandria

Train 2007 Abu Al-Hol	4:35 AM Cairo 7:20 AM Alexandria	2h 45m	2 stops	Second Class AC 200 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 119 Russian	5:00 AM Cairo 9:45 AM Alexandria	4h 45m	23 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	228 km	Express — main towns · Travels via the Minuf line
Train 903 AC Spanish	6:00 AM Cairo 9:30 AM Alexandria	3h 30m	8 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 7 Russian	6:20 AM Cairo 10:15 AM Alexandria	3h 55m	15 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 1131 AC Russian	7:00 AM Cairo 9:55 AM Alexandria	2h 55m	5 stops	Third Class AC 90 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 1083 Abu Al-Hol + Sleep	7:20 AM Cairo 10:05 AM Alexandria	2h 45m	1 stop	Second Class AC 200 EGP	208 km	Non-stop service · Runs Sunday and Thursday only — sleeper and seated cars
Train 2025 Talgo	8:00 AM Cairo 10:30 AM Alexandria	2h 30m	1 stop	Second Class AC 300 EGP First Class AC 500 EGP	208 km	Non-stop service
Train 901 VIP	8:10 AM Cairo 11:15 AM Alexandria	3h 5m	4 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 1015 Russian	8:25 AM Cairo 11:40 AM Alexandria	3h 15m	4 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	Express — main towns
Train 1109 AC Russian	8:35 AM Cairo 12:10 PM Alexandria	3h 35m	7 stops	Third Class AC 90 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 1089 Abu Al-Hol + Sleep	8:40 AM Cairo 11:20 AM Alexandria	2h 40m	1 stop	Second Class AC 200 EGP	208 km	Runs Monday and Friday only
Train 905 Premium + VIP	9:00 AM Cairo 11:30 AM Alexandria	2h 30m	1 stop	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP PRIMUM VIP 300 EGP	208 km	Non-stop service
Train 911 VIP	10:00 AM Cairo 1:05 PM Alexandria	3h 5m	4 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 1211 Russian	10:10 AM Cairo 2:25 PM Alexandria	4h 15m	15 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 89 AC Spanish	11:15 AM Cairo 1:55 PM Alexandria	2h 40m	2 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express, main towns as far as Asyut · Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Express, provincial capitals as far as Alexandria
Train 913 AC Spanish	12:00 PM Cairo 2:50 PM Alexandria	2h 50m	3 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 15 Russian	12:15 PM Cairo 4:00 PM Alexandria	3h 45m	12 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 2023 Talgo	2:00 PM Cairo 4:30 PM Alexandria	2h 30m	1 stop	Second Class AC 300 EGP First Class AC 500 EGP	208 km	Non-stop service
Train 919 AC Spanish	2:25 PM Cairo 6:05 PM Alexandria	3h 40m	8 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 917 VIP	3:00 PM Cairo 5:30 PM Alexandria	2h 30m	1 stop	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Non-stop service
Train 915 AC French	3:10 PM Cairo 6:15 PM Alexandria	3h 5m	4 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 21 Russian	3:25 PM Cairo 7:15 PM Alexandria	3h 50m	14 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 923 AC Spanish	4:00 PM Cairo 7:25 PM Alexandria	3h 25m	8 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 23 Russian	4:30 PM Cairo 8:50 PM Alexandria	4h 20m	14 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 3023 AC Russian	5:00 PM Cairo 7:55 PM Alexandria	2h 55m	4 stops	Third Class AC 90 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 921 AC Spanish	6:00 PM Cairo 8:35 PM Alexandria	2h 35m	2 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 2027 Talgo	7:00 PM Cairo 9:30 PM Alexandria	2h 30m	1 stop	Second Class AC 300 EGP First Class AC 500 EGP	208 km	Non-stop service
Train 3009 AC Russian	7:10 PM Cairo 9:55 PM Alexandria	2h 45m	4 stops	Third Class AC 90 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 157 Russian	7:40 PM Cairo 10:50 PM Alexandria	3h 10m	4 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Express, provincial capitals as far as Alexandria
Train 931 VIP	8:15 PM Cairo 11:35 PM Alexandria	3h 20m	7 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 31 Russian	8:30 PM Cairo 12:15 AM Alexandria	3h 45m	11 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	No service on Fridays or public holidays
Train 927 Abu Al-Hol	9:10 PM Cairo 11:50 PM Alexandria	2h 40m	2 stops	Second Class AC 200 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 17 AC Russian	9:20 PM Cairo 12:25 AM Alexandria	3h 5m	4 stops	Third Class AC 90 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 29 Russian	9:30 PM Cairo 1:35 AM Alexandria	4h 5m	13 stops	Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 935 VIP	10:30 PM Cairo 1:05 AM Alexandria	2h 35m	2 stops	Second Class AC 170 EGP First Class AC 220 EGP	208 km	Express — major stations only
Train 3007 AC Russian	11:00 PM Cairo 1:40 AM Alexandria	2h 40m	2 stops	Third Class AC 90 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: 18 August 2026

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FAQ — Cairo to Alexandria Trains

Are there trains from Cairo to Alexandria throughout the day?

Yes, there are 37 trains daily between Cairo and Alexandria, spread across the day: 14 in the morning, 9 midday/afternoon, 10 in the evening, 4 at night. The first train departs at 4:00 AM and the last at 11:00 PM.

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

The fastest train is Talgo #2025, departing at 8:00 AM with a journey time of 2h 30m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#119) takes 4h 45m — a difference of 2h 15m, as it stops at 23 stations versus 1.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Cairo to Alexandria?

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 Cairo to Alexandria?

26 of 37 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 2007, 903, 1131, 1083, 2025, 901, 1109, 1089, 905, 911, 89, 913, 2023, 919, 917, 915, 923, 3023, 921, 2027, 3009, 931, 927, 17, 935, 3007, while trains 163, 119, 7, 1015, 1211, 15, 21, 23, 157, 31, 29 run non-AC classes. Top class available: Abu Al-Hol or Talgo or VIP or Premium.

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

Abu Al-Hol or Talgo or VIP 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 (11 on this route) usually have same-day tickets at the Cairo station counter.

How many stops are there between Cairo and Alexandria?

Stops range from 1 (train 1083 — the fewest) to 23 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.

Cairo to Alexandria Train Schedule & Prices

Cairo to Alexandria Train Schedule

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