Ethio-Djibouti Railway
Ethiopia train timetables
About Ethiopia Railways
The fully electrified Addis Ababa–Djibouti railway replaced the century-old metre-gauge line, hauling passengers and most of Ethiopia's trade to the sea at 120 km/h. It remains Sub-Saharan Africa's only electric mainline railway.
Network Facts
- Operator
- Ethio-Djibouti Railway
- Track gauge
- 1435 mm standard
- Max speed
- 120 km/h
- Network size
- 750 km
- Currency
- ETB
Train Services
1 trains · all classes and types
Railway Stations
3 stations with departure boards
Everything for Ethiopia rail travel
Book Ethiopia Train Tickets
TrainsTracking shows schedules and live data. To purchase tickets, use the official Ethio-Djibouti Railway website.
Ethiopia Railways: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book Ethiopia train tickets?
Book Ethiopia train tickets directly at https://edr.gov.et (Ethio-Djibouti Railway), the official operator. TrainsTracking provides schedule, fare, and route data; tickets are purchased on the operator's own site to avoid markup.
Is there live train tracking for Ethiopia?
Yes. TrainsTracking syncs with official Ethio-Djibouti Railway data to show live schedule and running status for Ethiopia trains, refreshed regularly across the 1 services we list.
What gauge does Ethiopia railway use?
Ethiopia's railways run on 1435 mm standard track, covering approximately 750 km of route.
What is the fastest train in Ethiopia?
The fastest Ethiopia trains reach up to 120 km/h, operated by Ethio-Djibouti Railway.
How many train stations does Ethiopia have?
TrainsTracking lists 3 railway stations for Ethiopia with timetable data, GPS coordinates, and station codes — see the full list below.
Which operator runs trains in Ethiopia?
Ethio-Djibouti Railway operates the national rail network in Ethiopia. The fully electrified Addis Ababa–Djibouti railway replaced the century-old metre-gauge line, hauling passengers and most of Ethiopia's trade to the sea at 120 km/h. It remains Sub-Saharan Africa's only electric mainline railway.