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Alexandria to Upper Egypt Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 12 trains daily from Alexandria to Upper Egypt.
Departures from 4:45 AM to 10:15 PM. Journey time 2h 53m4h 25m.

  • Trains12 /day
  • First4:45 AM
  • Last10:15 PM
  • Duration2h 53m – 4h 25m
  • Fastest926 Abu Al-Hol
Trains from Alexandria to Upper Egypt
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 926 Abu Al-Hol
4:45 AM Alexandria
7:38 AM Upper Egypt
2h 53m 2 stops
N/A

Train 926 Stops

  1. 4:45 AM Alexandria
  2. 4:59 AM Sidi Gaber
  3. 7:15 AM Cairo
  4. 7:38 AM Upper Egypt

Train 926 Photos

Train 926 Services

  • AC

  • Buffet

  • Reclining Seats

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Power Socket

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

Train 3008 AC Russian
5:45 AM Alexandria
8:53 AM Upper Egypt
3h 8m 4 stops
N/A

Train 3008 Stops

  1. 5:45 AM Alexandria
  2. 5:57 AM Sidi Gaber
  3. 6:41 AM Damanhour
  4. 7:21 AM Tanta
  5. 8:30 AM Cairo
  6. 8:53 AM Upper Egypt

Train 3008 Photos

Train 3008 Services

  • AC

  • Luggage

  • Power Socket

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

Train 158 Russian
7:25 AM Alexandria
10:48 AM Upper Egypt
3h 23m 5 stops
N/A

Train 158 Stops

  1. 7:25 AM Alexandria
  2. 7:33 AM Sidi Gaber
  3. 8:21 AM Damanhour
  4. 9:08 AM Tanta
  5. 9:44 AM Banha
  6. 10:25 AM Cairo
  7. 10:48 AM Upper Egypt

Train 158 Photos

Train 158 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Train 164 Russian
12:00 PM Alexandria
3:45 PM Upper Egypt
3h 45m 7 stops
N/A

Train 164 Stops

  1. 12:00 PM Alexandria
  2. 12:08 PM Sidi Gaber
  3. 12:58 PM Damanhour
  4. 1:44 PM Tanta
  5. 2:06 PM Berket Saba
  6. 2:19 PM Quesna
  7. 2:34 PM Banha
  8. 3:15 PM Cairo
  9. 3:45 PM Upper Egypt

Train 164 Photos

Train 164 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Train 196 AC Russian
3:40 PM Alexandria
7:48 PM Upper Egypt
4h 8m 7 stops
N/A

Train 196 Stops

  1. 3:40 PM Alexandria
  2. 3:48 PM Sidi Gaber
  3. 4:11 PM Kafr Dawar
  4. 4:28 PM Abo Homos
  5. 4:47 PM Damanhour
  6. 5:38 PM Tanta
  7. 6:14 PM Banha
  8. 7:00 PM Cairo
  9. 7:48 PM Upper Egypt

Train 196 Photos

Train 196 Services

  • AC

  • Luggage

  • Power Socket

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

Train 88 AC Spanish
5:50 PM Alexandria
9:40 PM Upper Egypt
3h 50m 3 stops
N/A

Train 88 Stops

  1. 5:50 PM Alexandria
  2. 6:07 PM Sidi Gaber
  3. 7:23 PM Tanta
  4. 8:35 PM Cairo
  5. 9:40 PM Upper Egypt

Train 88 Photos

Train 88 Services

  • AC

  • Buffet

  • Reclining Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

Train 1088 Abu Al-Hol + Sleep
7:20 PM Alexandria
10:34 PM Upper Egypt
3h 14m 2 stops
N/A
Operating only on Sundays and Thursdays (sleep+seats)

Train 1088 Stops

  1. 7:20 PM Alexandria
  2. 7:32 PM Sidi Gaber
  3. 10:00 PM Cairo
  4. 10:34 PM Upper Egypt

Train 1088 Photos

Train 1088 Services

  • AC

  • Buffet

  • Reclining Seats

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Power Socket

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Bed

  • English Staff

Train 1008 Russian
7:50 PM Alexandria
11:28 PM Upper Egypt
3h 38m 5 stops
N/A

Train 1008 Stops

  1. 7:50 PM Alexandria
  2. 7:59 PM Sidi Gaber
  3. 8:43 PM Damanhour
  4. 9:37 PM Tanta
  5. 10:19 PM Banha
  6. 10:55 PM Cairo
  7. 11:28 PM Upper Egypt

Train 1008 Photos

Train 1008 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Train 2008 VIP
8:00 PM Alexandria
11:15 PM Upper Egypt
3h 15m 3 stops
N/A

Train 2008 Stops

  1. 8:00 PM Alexandria
  2. 8:10 PM Sidi Gaber
  3. 9:30 PM Tanta
  4. 10:40 PM Cairo
  5. 11:15 PM Upper Egypt

Train 2008 Photos

Train 2008 Services

  • AC

  • Buffet

  • Reclining Seats

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

Train 1902 AC Spanish
8:10 PM Alexandria
12:35 AM Upper Egypt
4h 25m 7 stops
N/A

Train 1902 Stops

  1. 8:10 PM Alexandria
  2. 8:24 PM Sidi Gaber
  3. 9:13 PM Damanhour
  4. 9:33 PM Itay Barud
  5. 9:52 PM Kafr Zayat
  6. 10:10 PM Tanta
  7. 10:54 PM Banha
  8. 11:35 PM Cairo
  9. 12:35 AM Upper Egypt

Train 1902 Photos

Train 1902 Services

  • AC

  • Buffet

  • Reclining Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

Train 3006 AC Russian
9:45 PM Alexandria
1:03 AM Upper Egypt
3h 18m 3 stops
N/A

Train 3006 Stops

  1. 9:45 PM Alexandria
  2. 10:00 PM Sidi Gaber
  3. 11:16 PM Tanta
  4. 12:25 AM Cairo
  5. 1:03 AM Upper Egypt

Train 3006 Photos

Train 3006 Services

  • AC

  • Luggage

  • Power Socket

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

Train 934 AC Spanish
10:15 PM Alexandria
1:24 AM Upper Egypt
3h 9m 3 stops
N/A

Train 934 Stops

  1. 10:15 PM Alexandria
  2. 10:23 PM Sidi Gaber
  3. 11:45 PM Tanta
  4. 12:50 AM Cairo
  5. 1:24 AM Upper Egypt

Train 934 Photos

Train 934 Services

  • AC

  • Buffet

  • Reclining Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains. Last updated: 24 April 2026

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FAQ — Alexandria to Upper Egypt Trains

What are the Alexandria to Upper Egypt train schedules and prices?

There are 12 daily trains on the Alexandria–Upper Egypt route. First departure at 4:45 AM, last at 10:15 PM. Fares range from 0 EGP to 0 EGP depending on class.

  • Train types: Abu Al-Hol, AC Russian, Russian, AC Spanish, Sleep, VIP.
  • Journey time: from 2h 53m (fastest) to 4h 25m (slowest).
What is the best and fastest train from Alexandria to Upper Egypt?

The fastest train is #926 at 2h 53m, departing 4:45 AM.

Most comfortable: Talgo, VIP (Special), Premium and Abu Al-Hol trains offer wider seats, stronger AC and charging ports. Sleeper trains run overnight with private cabins.

How do I book a Alexandria to Upper Egypt train ticket?

You can book an Alexandria–Upper Egypt train ticket four ways:

  1. Official ENR app (Android / iOS) — fastest, pay with Visa or mobile wallet.
  2. enr.gov.eg website — for desktop booking.
  3. Station ticket counter (up to 15 days in advance).
  4. Self-service ATMs inside major stations.

Do I need to print the ticket? No — the QR code in the app is enough; show it to the inspector. Save a screenshot if offline.

Official discounts
CategoryDiscount
Cancer patientsFree
Deaf childrenFree
Over 70 years oldFree (standard class)
War veteran + companion75%
Youth/sports groups (20+ members)66.6%
Military & police officers50%
Military academy students50%
Martyrs' families & injured (police/revolution)50%
Persons with disabilities50%
Youth/sports groups (1–19 members)50%
Red Crescent / Red Cross50%
Children aged 4–1050%
Pensioners (60+)50%

Booking usually opens 15 days before departure; sleeper and Talgo trains sell out fast during holidays.

What is the cancellation, refund and penalty policy?

Yes, Alexandria–Upper Egypt tickets can be cancelled with partial refund per this official table:

Cancellation timeRefund
More than 24h before90%
Between 6h and 24h before75%
Less than 6h before50%
After departureNo refund

Note: Refund percentages above reflect ENR's known policy; verify with the ENR app or ticket counter before cancelling.

Riding without a ticket: you pay a multiplied fare penalty on the spot at the inspector's discretion. Always book before boarding.

What is the luggage policy on Egyptian trains?

ENR allows reasonable free luggage per passenger without registration:

  • One small carry-on + one large suitcase up to 30 kg free per passenger.
  • Place bags in the overhead rack or at the coach ends.
  • Oversized items or furniture require prior arrangement with ENR for separate shipment at extra cost.

Strictly prohibited:

  • Flammable materials (petrol, butane).
  • Firearms without a permit.
  • Live animals of any kind.
  • Items with strong odours.

Tip: Keep documents, wallet, phone and medicine in your carry-on; lock the large suitcase with a small padlock.

How do I find the platform and live train info at Alexandria station?

There are several ways to get live platform and train updates:

  1. Station screens: large departure boards show train number, platform and any delay.
  2. Egypt Trains app: "Track train" feature shows current location, next stop and delay.
  3. Hotline 1661: 24/7 enquiries.
  4. Our station page: Alexandria station with address and map.

Arrival tips:

  • Arrive 20–30 minutes early to find your platform and board calmly.
  • Check the platform on the board right before departure — it can change last minute.
  • Coaches are numbered — match the coach number on your ticket to the platform marker.
  • At Alexandria station you'll find restrooms and cafes in the waiting area.