The Egyptian National Railways has introduced a range of services and facilities aimed at people with disabilities and seniors. These services are designed to make train travel more convenient and comfortable for these groups. The railway authority has allocated specific ticket counters at major stations for people with disabilities and seniors. This move aims to reduce waiting times and provide a smoother travel experience.
The railway authority has also implemented awareness programs for its employees to educate them on how to interact with people with disabilities and seniors. The goal is to ensure that staff are equipped to meet the needs of these passengers during their journeys. The new services are part of the railway's efforts to promote inclusivity and accessibility.
The Egyptian Railways offers multiple daily trains from Cairo to Alexandria. The trains vary in type and schedule. On October 6, 2026, several trains are scheduled to depart from Cairo. These include train number 8, a Russian-style train with air conditioning, departing at 5:10 am. Another train, number 902, an air-conditioned train, is set to leave at 6:00 am.
In addition to train number 8 and 902, other trains are available throughout the day. Train number 906, a direct air-conditioned train, departs at 7:00 am. Train number 901, a special train, leaves Cairo at 8:10 am and arrives in Alexandria at 11:15 am. Furthermore, train number 900, an air-conditioned train, starts its journey at 8:15 am.
More trains are scheduled to depart from Cairo to Alexandria throughout the day. Train number 905, a special train, leaves at 9:00 am and arrives at 11:30 am. Train number 911, another special train, departs at 10:00 am and arrives at 1:05 pm. Additionally, train number 3024, a third-class air-conditioned train, starts its journey at 10:00 am.
The evening and night trains from Cairo to Alexandria also offer various options. Train number 912, an air-conditioned train, departs at 11:30 am. Train number 913, a special train, leaves at 12:00 pm and arrives at 2:50 pm. Moreover, train number 914, an air-conditioned train, starts at 1:00 pm. Train number 1203, a ventilated train, departs at 1:25 pm.
Further trains are available in the late afternoon and evening. Train number 2023, a Talgo train, leaves Cairo at 2:00 pm. Train number 917, a VIP train, starts its journey at 3:00 pm. Furthermore, train number 23, a ventilated train, departs at 4:30 pm. In the evening, train number 3023, a third-class air-conditioned train, leaves at 5:00 pm, and train number 3009, another third-class air-conditioned train, departs at 7:10 pm.
Key points
- The Egyptian Railways offers multiple daily trains from Cairo to Alexandria with various schedules and types.
- The railway authority has introduced services and facilities for people with disabilities and seniors.
- The new services aim to promote inclusivity and accessibility in train travel.
