Train Schedules Today: Your Comprehensive Guide for Travel Between Cairo, Aswan, and Alexandria on Tuesday, March 17, 2026

As Tuesday, March 17, 2026, approaches, the Egyptian Railways Authority continues its efforts to provide a smooth and comfortable travel experience for citizens, especially on long-distance routes connecting the capital, Cairo, with Upper Egypt governorates, as well as vital Lower Egypt lines. Many prefer to rely on trains as their primary mode of travel due to the numerous advantages they offer, including comfort, safety, and the ability to enjoy the scenery during the journey, particularly on the renowned Upper Egypt line.

Cairo – Aswan Train Schedules and Vice Versa

The Authority presents an updated timetable for air-conditioned and regular Russian trains operating on the Cairo-Aswan line, as well as trains traveling in the opposite direction. This list includes first and second-class air-conditioned trains, in addition to Russian trains with dynamic ventilation, which offer an economical option for travelers.

Trains Departing from Cairo to Aswan:

• Train No. 1902 (Air-conditioned): Departs Cairo at 00:20 AM.
• Train No. 3006 (Third Class Air-conditioned): Departs Cairo at 00:50 AM.
• Train No. 978 (Third Class Air-conditioned to Assiut): Departs Cairo at 06:30 AM.
• Train No. 988 (Third Class Air-conditioned): Departs Cairo at 7:10 PM.
• Train No. 890 (Third Class Air-conditioned to Sohag): Departs Cairo at 11:30 PM.

Trains Departing from Aswan to Cairo:

• Train No. 3025 (Third Class Air-conditioned): Departs Aswan at 04:10 AM, arriving in Cairo at 4:40 PM.
• Train No. 2015 (Upgraded Spanish): Departs Aswan at 4:00 PM.
• Train No. 1903 (Third Class Air-conditioned): Departs Aswan at 5:00 PM.
• Train No. 989 (Upgraded Spanish): Departs Aswan at 11:00 PM.
• Train No. 937 (Air-conditioned from Minya): Departs Minya at 2:00 PM, arriving in Cairo at 5:30 PM.
• Train No. 159 (Dynamic Ventilation from Luxor): Departs Luxor at 6:00 AM, arriving in Cairo at 6:50 PM.
• Train No. 1111 (Dynamic Ventilation from Fayoum): Departs Fayoum at 12:50 PM, arriving in Cairo at 3:10 PM.
• Train No. 891 (Third Class Air-conditioned from Sohag): Departs Sohag at 11:00 AM, arriving in Cairo at 5:40 PM.
• Train No. 979 (Third Class Air-conditioned from Assiut): Departs Assiut at 3:00 PM, arriving in Cairo at 9:20 PM.
• Train No. 187 (Ventilation from High Dam/Aswan): Departs at 6:30 PM.
• Train No. 91 (Ventilation from High Dam/Aswan): Departs at 10:40 PM.
• Train No. 833 (Dynamic Ventilation from Assiut): Departs Assiut at 9:30 AM, arriving in Cairo at 5:10 PM.
• Train No. 975 (Dynamic Ventilation from Luxor): Departs Luxor at 8:00 AM, arriving in Cairo at 9:00 PM.
• Train No. 1007 (Dynamic Ventilation from Nag Hammadi): Departs Nag Hammadi at 6:10 PM, arriving in Cairo at 2:30 AM the next day.
• Train No. 973 (Dynamic Ventilation from Assiut): Departs Assiut at 2:30 AM, arriving in Cairo at 9:10 AM.
• Train No. 165 (Dynamic Ventilation from Assiut): Departs Assiut at 6:00 AM, arriving in Cairo at 2:00 PM.

Alexandria – Aswan Train Schedules and Vice Versa

The journey from Alexandria to Aswan, and vice versa, is a long one that requires careful planning. The railway provides a number of trains serving this route, including air-conditioned trains and Russian trains with dynamic ventilation.

Trains Departing from Alexandria to Aswan:

• Train No. 88 (Air-conditioned): Departs Alexandria at 5:00 PM.
• Train No. 1008 (Russian Dynamic Ventilation): Departs Alexandria at 7:50 PM.

Trains Departing from Aswan to Alexandria (via Cairo):

• Train No. 89 (Air-conditioned Cairo/Alexandria): Departs Cairo at 11:15 AM.
• Train No. 185 (Third Class Air-conditioned from Assiut): Departs Assiut at 2:20 AM, arriving in Cairo at 8:40 AM, then continues its journey to Cairo.
• Train No. 1109 (Third Class Air-conditioned from Fayoum): Departs Fayoum at 5:50 AM, arriving in Cairo at 8:25 AM.
• Train No. 157 (Dynamic Ventilation from Luxor): Departs Luxor at 7:30 AM, arriving in Cairo at 7:20 PM.

Cairo – Tanta – Mansoura Line

In addition to the Upper Egypt lines, there is a focus on providing regular schedules for Lower Egypt lines, such as the Cairo-Tanta-Mansoura line.

• Train No. 948 (Tourist Mansoura/Cairo): Departs Mansoura at 5:35 AM.

The Railways Authority always advises passengers to check the latest schedules and ensure advance booking, especially during peak periods, to secure their seats and enjoy a comfortable and safe journey.