Qantara Gharb to Alexandria Train Schedule & Prices
According to Egypt Trains, there are 3 trains daily from Qantara Gharb to Alexandria.
Departures from 8:08 AM to 6:57 PM. Journey time from 5h 15m.
- Trains3 /day
- First8:08 AM
- Last6:57 PM
- Duration5h 15m
- Farefrom 85 EGP (cheapest) to 130 EGP (highest)
- Fastest3010-3011 AC Russian
Qantara Gharb to Alexandria Train Schedule
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| Train | Schedule | Duration | Stops | Prices | Distance | Note | Trip details |
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| Train 570-571 AC Russian | 8:08 AM Qantara Gharb 1:35 PM Alexandria | 5h 27m |
| Express — main towns · Includes a car reserved for armed-forces personnel | Train 570-571 Stops
Train 570-571 PhotosTrain 570-571 Services
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| Train 3010-3011 AC Russian | 5:05 PM Qantara Gharb 10:20 PM Alexandria | 5h 15m |
| Express — major stations only · Continues from Tanta as train 3011 | Train 3010-3011 Stops
Train 3010-3011 PhotosTrain 3010-3011 Services
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| Train 590-591 Russian | 6:57 PM Qantara Gharb 12:50 AM Alexandria | 5h 53m |
| Express — main towns · Continues from Tanta as train 591 | Train 590-591 Stops
Train 590-591 PhotosTrain 590-591 Services
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Track Qantara Gharb → Alexandria trains live — position and delay
Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.
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FAQ — Qantara Gharb to Alexandria Trains
Are there trains from Qantara Gharb to Alexandria throughout the day?
Yes, there are 3 trains daily between Qantara Gharb and Alexandria, spread across the day: 1 in the morning, 2 in the evening. The first train departs at 8:08 AM and the last at 6:57 PM.
What is the fastest train from Qantara Gharb to Alexandria and how long does it take?
The fastest train is AC Russian #3010-3011, departing at 5:05 PM with a journey time of 5h 15m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#590-591) takes 5h 53m — a difference of 38m, as it stops at 18 stations versus 11.
What is the cheapest train ticket from Qantara Gharb to Alexandria?
The cheapest tickets start from 85 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 85 EGP, Third Class AC: 130 EGP.
Which train is most comfortable from Qantara Gharb to Alexandria?
2 of 3 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 570-571, 3010-3011, while train 590-591 runs non-AC classes.
Should I book the Qantara Gharb — Alexandria trip in advance or at the station?
The AC trains here (2 of 3) are best booked a day ahead in peak seasons via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg; buying at the Qantara Gharb station counter also works.
How many stops are there between Qantara Gharb and Alexandria?
Stops range from 11 (train 3010-3011 — the fewest) to 18 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.