On the morning of Sunday, November 8, 2026, a collision occurred between two trains on the Cairo - High Dam line, in the area between Kafr Ammar and El-Riqqa stations. The accident resulted in carriages derailing, injuries among passengers, and the suspension of traffic on the line in both directions.
Accident Details
Train 134 (Ordinary/Mohassan) traveling from Giza to Faiyum collided with the rear of Train 2010 (Special/Premium) traveling from Cairo to Aswan. Several carriages derailed, and ambulance crews transported the injured to Giza hospitals.
The Egyptian National Railways (ENR) has dispatched emergency teams and cranes to clear the carriages and inspect the tracks before resuming operations.
| Train | Type | Route | Departure | Arrival |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 134 | Ordinary | Giza - Faiyum | 11:15 | 14:15 |
| 2010 | Special (Premium) | Cairo - Aswan | 10:00 | 22:55 |
Train 134 is a commuter train that covers 117 km and stops at 13 stations. Train 2010 is an express train that covers 879 km and connects 15 stations on the Upper Egypt line.
Impact on Services
Traffic on the Cairo - High Dam line has been suspended in both directions, affecting services passing through Giza, El-Ayat, and Kafr Ammar stations.
The authority will announce the resumption of services once the site is cleared and track safety is verified. Please check updated schedules on "Egypt Trains" before heading to the station.