The Egyptian railway network offers a range of train services from Cairo to Alexandria, catering to different passenger needs. On November 8, 2026, several trains are scheduled to depart from Cairo, including the 6:45 am "Tahya Misr" train, numbered 1205. Other early morning options include train 1131, a third-class air-conditioned service departing at 7:00 am, and train 2025, a Talgo service leaving at 8:00 am.

In addition to these morning services, passengers can choose from several other trains throughout the day. The 8:10 am air-conditioned train, numbered 901, and the 9:00 am VIP train, numbered 905, are among the options. The VIP train, in particular, offers a faster travel experience, arriving in Alexandria by 11:30 am. Other trains, such as the 10:00 am air-conditioned train 911 and the 10:10 am "Tahya Misr" train 1211, provide further flexibility for travelers.

Afternoon and evening services are also available, with trains departing at various times. The 1:25 pm "Tahya Misr" train, numbered 1203, and the 2:00 pm Talgo train, numbered 2023, offer convenient options for those traveling later in the day. The 2:25 pm air-conditioned train, numbered 919, and the 3:00 pm VIP train, numbered 917, are among the other services operating in the afternoon.

Evening services are also available, with trains departing as late as 10:30 pm. The 8:15 pm air-conditioned train, numbered 931, and the 8:30 pm air-conditioned train, numbered 31, provide options for those who need to travel later in the evening. Additionally, a special VIP train, numbered 1945, operates from Cairo to Alexandria, departing at 10:15 am and arriving at 12:40 pm.

For those traveling in the opposite direction, from Alexandria to Cairo, several services are available. The 7:00 am air-conditioned direct train, numbered 906, and the 1:10 pm Russian train, numbered 18, offer convenient options. These trains provide a vital link between the two cities, catering to the needs of passengers traveling in both directions.

In addition to the regular services between Cairo and Alexandria, there are also special trains operating to other destinations in the Delta region. A special air-conditioned train, numbered 1941, runs from Cairo to Tanta, departing at 10:35 am and arriving at 11:50 am. Another special air-conditioned train, numbered 1943, operates from Cairo to Mansoura, leaving at 9:20 am and arriving at 11:45 am.

The diverse range of train services operating on the Cairo-Alexandria route provides passengers with a variety of options to suit their needs. With multiple departures throughout the day, travelers can choose a service that fits their schedule. The availability of different classes of service, including air-conditioned and VIP trains, further enhances the travel experience for passengers.

Key points

  • Multiple trains operate daily from Cairo to Alexandria, offering various classes of service.
  • Special trains also operate to other destinations in the Delta region, such as Tanta and Mansoura.
  • Evening services are available, with trains departing as late as 10:30 pm.

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