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Spanish-made Talgo trains are considered among the fastest and most modern locomotives operated by the National Railways Authority. These trains are designed to provide passengers with the highest levels of comfort and tranquility during their journeys.
The following details outline the operational schedules for Talgo trains on the Cairo–Alexandria and Cairo–Aswan lines, including specific departure and arrival times as well as the scheduled stops for long-distance routes.
Cairo to Alexandria Route
For passengers traveling from the capital to the Mediterranean coast, the Talgo service operates three main daily trips:
- Train No. 2025: Departs Cairo at 8:00 AM and arrives in Alexandria at 10:30 AM.
- Train No. 2023: Departs Cairo at 2:00 PM and arrives in Alexandria at 4:30 PM.
- Train No. 2027: Departs Cairo at 7:00 PM and arrives in Alexandria at 9:30 PM.
Alexandria to Cairo Route
Commuters and travelers heading from Alexandria back to Cairo can utilize the following services:
- Train No. 2022: Departs Alexandria at 7:00 PM and arrives in Cairo at 9:30 PM. (Note: On Fridays and official public holidays, this train departs Alexandria at 9:00 AM instead).
- Train No. 2024: Departs Alexandria at 2:00 PM and arrives in Cairo at 4:30 PM.
- Train No. 2026: Departs Alexandria at 6:50 PM and arrives in Cairo at 9:20 PM.
Cairo to Aswan Route
The Talgo service also covers the long-distance corridor connecting Cairo to Upper Egypt. The schedule for this route is as follows:
- Train No. 2030: Departs Cairo at 7:00 PM and arrives in Aswan at 6:40 AM the following day.
- Train No. 2031: Departs Aswan daily at 7:00 PM and arrives in Cairo at 6:50 AM.
Scheduled Stops on the Cairo–Aswan Line
For those traveling on the Cairo–Aswan route, the Talgo train makes scheduled stops at several key stations to facilitate regional travel. The designated stops include Giza, Minya, Asyut, Sohag, Qena, Luxor, Edfu, Kom Ombo, and finally, Aswan.
