ENR Spanish Express 901 from Cairo Ramses to Alexandria Sidi Gaber is Egypt's fastest and most comfortable intercity train, using Spanish-built trains at up to 160 km/h. Covering 208 km in approximately 2 hours, it is one of the most used rail services in all of Africa, connecting the capital to the Mediterranean port city.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|
| 1 | Cairo Ramses Station Cairo | Start | 07:00 |
| 2 | Tanta Station Tanta | 08:00 | 08:05 |
| 3 | Alexandria Sidi Gaber Alexandria | 09:00 | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official Egypt railways records and may vary due to delays or seasonal changes. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
ENR Spanish Express 901 from Cairo Ramses to Alexandria Sidi Gaber is Egypt's fastest and most comfortable intercity train, using Spanish-built trains at up to 160 km/h. Covering 208 km in approximately 2 hours, it is one of the most used rail services in all of Africa, connecting the capital to the Mediterranean port city. As a special service, it is a premium service designed for higher-comfort travel on its corridor.
Spanish Express Cairo–Alexandria runs on every day of the week, with the timetable above showing the scheduled departure time at each intermediate stop. The full route includes 3 stops with a total scheduled time of 2h 0m, averaging out to approximately 60 minutes between consecutive stations once dwell time is taken into account.
Spanish Express Cairo–Alexandria offers 2 travel classes: Second Class Sleeper, First Class Sleeper. The lowest published fare is EGP 540 for Second Class Sleeper, while the highest-class fare is EGP 850 for First Class Sleeper. Higher-class fares typically include wider seating, better climate control, and on many long-distance services include meals or refreshments. Travel class fare differences also reflect coach configuration — for example sleeper berths convert to flat beds for overnight travel, while seated coach classes use forward-facing reclining seats arranged 2+2 or 2+1 across the aisle. Check the per-class fare table on this page for the current published price by class.
Tickets for Spanish Express Cairo–Alexandria are sold by ENR through the official booking portal at enr.gov.eg. Online booking typically opens between 30 and 180 days before departure depending on the operator and service type. Booking early gives access to the cheapest advance discount fares which can be 30–80% cheaper than walk-up tickets at the station. Tickets are also available at station booking offices and from authorised travel agents and ticket resellers. Most operators accept payment by credit card, debit card, and digital wallet.
On the day of travel, arrive at the originating station at least 30–45 minutes before the scheduled departure time. This gives time to locate the correct platform (platform number is announced on station information displays 20–60 minutes before departure), find your reserved coach (coach numbers are marked along the platform edge at major stations), and board with your luggage. Sleeper class passengers should note that bedrolls (linen, pillow, blanket) are typically provided by the operator on overnight services — confirm at the time of booking. Carry a light jacket or shawl as air-conditioning can run cold during the early-morning hours of the journey. Keep valuables in a small bag stowed under the lower berth rather than in overhead racks. Always cross-check the platform number against your e-ticket or seat reservation before boarding — multiple trains can depart within a short window from adjacent platforms during peak periods.
This Spanish Express Cairo–Alexandria page is part of the TrainsTracking Egypt timetable collection covering passenger rail services across the ENR network. Schedule data is verified daily against the official operator timetable, and fare information reflects the most recent published tariff. TrainsTracking is an information platform and does not process bookings or payments — all ticket purchases are completed directly through enr.gov.eg. For real-time delay information, platform changes, and same-day cancellations, always check station displays or the official operator app immediately before travel.
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Book Spanish Express Cairo–Alexandria tickets at enr.gov.eg, the official ENR portal. Compare fares and seat availability before booking. Online booking typically opens 30 to 90 days before departure.
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Visit ENRSpanish Express Cairo–Alexandria departs at 07:00 and arrives at the final destination at 09:00. The total scheduled journey time is approximately 2h 0m. Times use the official Egypt timetable and are local times at each stop. Always verify with ENR on the day of travel as schedules can change due to engineering work or seasonal adjustments.
Spanish Express Cairo–Alexandria fares start from approximately EGP 540 for Second Class Sleeper class and go up to EGP 850 for First Class Sleeper. Higher-class fares include wider seating, climate control, and on long-distance services may include meals. Book through enr.gov.eg for the latest published fares and to check current seat availability.
Tickets for Spanish Express Cairo–Alexandria are sold through enr.gov.eg, the official ENR booking platform. Online booking opens between 30 and 180 days before departure depending on operator. Book in advance for the cheapest available fares. Tickets can also be purchased at station booking offices during opening hours, typically 08:00–20:00 daily.
Spanish Express Cairo–Alexandria makes 3 scheduled stops along its route. The journey starts at Cairo Ramses Station and ends at Alexandria Sidi Gaber. Major intermediate stops include Tanta Station. The full stop sequence with arrival and departure times is shown in the table above.
Spanish Express Cairo–Alexandria running days are shown in the hero section at the top of this page (badges indicate which days of the week the train operates). Some long-distance services run daily while others operate only on specific days (typically weekday-only or weekend-only). Operating days can change with the annual timetable revision (usually December) so verify current running days with ENR before booking, particularly for trips planned more than 6 months ahead.
Yes, enr.gov.eg typically accepts international debit and credit cards from major card networks. Some operators require a local phone number for SMS confirmation — check the booking requirements before starting your reservation. Booking platforms display fares in the local currency of the operator.
Spanish Express Cairo–Alexandria offers 2 travel classes: Second Class Sleeper, First Class Sleeper. Economy or standard classes have reserved numbered seats at the lowest fare. Premium classes (business, first class, sleeper) add wider seats, climate control, and on overnight services berths for lying flat. The fare table on this page lists current published prices for each class.
Platform numbers are not pre-published — they are announced on station information displays between 20 and 60 minutes before scheduled departure. Arrive early at the originating station to check the platform allocation displays. At larger stations, platform numbers can also be viewed on the operator's app. If the train is delayed or rescheduled, the platform may change at short notice — always verify against station displays immediately before boarding.
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