The Egyptian railway network provides a range of train services from Cairo to Alexandria, catering to diverse traveler needs. These services include dynamically ventilated trains, air-conditioned third-class trains, VIP trains, Spanish-developed trains, French-developed trains, Talgo trains, and sleeper trains. On November 1, 2026, these trains will depart from Cairo's Ramses station, starting from 5:00 AM and continuing until 8:30 PM.
The morning train schedule offers several options for travelers. Train 119, with dynamic ventilation, departs Cairo at 5:00 AM, stopping at Shubra El-Kheima, Qaha, Benha, Qweisna, Berka El-Sabaa, Tanta, Kafr El-Zayat, Itay El-Baroud, Damanhour, and Sidi Gaber, before arriving in Alexandria at 8:30 AM. Another option is train 903, a Spanish-developed train that leaves Cairo at 6:00 AM and reaches Alexandria at 9:30 AM.
In addition to morning trains, there are several options available throughout the day. Train 7, with dynamic ventilation, departs Cairo at 6:20 AM and arrives in Alexandria at 10:15 AM. Train 1205, also with dynamic ventilation, leaves Cairo at 6:45 AM but goes further to Mersa Matruh, arriving at 3:25 PM. Furthermore, train 1131, an air-conditioned third-class train, departs Cairo at 7:00 AM and reaches Alexandria at 9:55 AM.
For those preferring later departures, there are several afternoon and evening options. Train 901, a VIP train, leaves Cairo at 8:10 AM and arrives in Alexandria at 11:15 AM. Train 1015, with dynamic ventilation, departs Cairo at 8:25 AM and reaches Alexandria at 11:40 AM. Additionally, train 1089, a sleeper and second-class luxury train operating on Mondays and Fridays, leaves Cairo at 8:40 AM and arrives in Alexandria at 12:10 PM.
The afternoon schedule includes several prominent trains. Train 911, a VIP train, departs Cairo at 10:00 AM and arrives in Alexandria at 1:05 PM. Train 1211, with dynamic ventilation, leaves Cairo at 10:10 AM and reaches Alexandria at 1:35 PM. Moreover, train 89, a Spanish-developed train operating on specific days, departs Cairo at 11:15 AM and arrives in Alexandria at 1:55 PM.
Evening trains provide further travel flexibility. Train 919, a Spanish-developed train, leaves Cairo at 2:25 PM and arrives in Alexandria at 6:05 PM. Train 915, a French-developed train, departs Cairo at 3:10 PM and reaches Alexandria at 6:15 PM. Furthermore, train 21, with dynamic ventilation, leaves Cairo at 3:25 PM and arrives in Alexandria at 7:15 PM.
The late evening trains offer additional travel options. Train 923, a Spanish-developed train, departs Cairo at 4:00 PM and arrives in Alexandria at 7:25 PM. Train 23, with dynamic ventilation, leaves Cairo at 4:30 PM and reaches Alexandria at 8:50 PM. Lastly, train 31, also with dynamic ventilation, departs Cairo at 8:30 PM and arrives in Alexandria at 12:15 AM the next day.
Key points
- Multiple daily trains operate from Cairo to Alexandria, with varying departure times and stops.
- Trains offer different classes of service, including dynamic ventilation, air-conditioned third-class, VIP, and sleeper options.
- Travelers can choose from morning, afternoon, and evening trains to suit their schedules.
