Express · No. ENR 981
Upper Egypt Express train timings
Upper Egypt Express timetable
3 stops · scheduled times| # | Station | Arrives | Departs | Halt | Km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cairo Ramses Station | — | 22:00 | 0 | |
| 2 | Luxor Station | 08:00 (+1d) | 08:20 (+1d) | 20 min | 671 |
| 3 | Aswan Station | 11:30 (+1d) | — | 879 |
Published timetable, local time. “+1d” means the next day. Delays and platform changes are announced by Egyptian National Railways on the day.
Upper Egypt Express: Cairo to Aswan
Upper Egypt Express (ENR 981) is an express train run by Egyptian National Railways between Cairo Ramses Station and Aswan Station. The full journey covers 879 km and takes 13h 30m, with 1 intermediate stop.
It leaves Cairo Ramses Station at 22:00 and reaches Aswan Station at 11:30 the next day. It runs every day. On the way it stops at Luxor Station.
Egyptian National Railways Express 981 from Cairo Ramses to Aswan — covering 879 km in approximately 12 hours via Luxor through the Nile Valley. This overnight service connects Egypt's capital to its ancient sites: Luxor (ancient Thebes with Karnak Temple and Valley of the Kings) and Aswan (Abu Simbel gateway, Philae Temple). Air-conditioned first and second class available.
How to book Upper Egypt Express tickets
Tickets are sold by Egyptian National Railways on enr.gov.eg and at staffed stations. Advance fares are usually cheaper than buying on the day.
Book on enr.gov.egUpper Egypt Express: common questions
- What time does Upper Egypt Express leave Cairo?
- Upper Egypt Express departs Cairo Ramses Station at 22:00 and arrives at Aswan Station at 11:30 the next day. Times are the published timetable in local time.
- How long does Upper Egypt Express take from Cairo to Aswan?
- The scheduled journey time is 13h 30m for 879 km.
- Which stations does Upper Egypt Express stop at?
- Upper Egypt Express calls at Cairo Ramses Station, Luxor Station and Aswan Station.
- Does Upper Egypt Express run every day?
- Yes, Upper Egypt Express runs daily.
- Where can I book Upper Egypt Express tickets?
- On Egyptian National Railways's own site, enr.gov.eg. TrainsTracking does not sell tickets.