- Cairo to Luxor
- 19:45 or 21:10Arrives 06:10 or 07:50, about 10½ hours
- Luxor to Cairo
- 19:45 or 20:35Arrives 05:30 or 06:25, about 10 hours
- Price
- From £120 per personTwo sharing a Standard cabin, Cairo to Luxor
- Cairo to Aswan
- 19:45 or 21:10Arrives 09:25 or 11:10, about 13½ to 14 hours
- Aswan to Cairo
- 16:20 or 17:15Arrives 05:30 or 06:25, about 13 hours
- Included
- Dinner and breakfastServed in your cabin
Comparing fares? See Egypt sleeper train prices
This timetable shows the sleeper trains you can book with us between Cairo, Luxor and Aswan. Each one runs overnight in a private cabin, with dinner and breakfast included, so you arrive the next morning ready for the day.
Cairo to Luxor train times
The sleeper trains you can book from Cairo to Luxor leave at 19:45 or 21:10 and arrive at 06:10 or 07:50 the next morning, taking about 10½ hours.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Journey |
|---|---|---|---|
| 86 | 19:45 | 06:10 (next day) | 10h25 |
| 82 | 21:10 | 07:50 (next day) | 10h40 |
Check live availability from Cairo to Luxor
For cabins, meals and what the journey is like, read our Cairo to Luxor train guide.
Luxor to Cairo train times
The sleeper trains you can book from Luxor to Cairo leave at 19:45 or 20:35 and arrive at 05:30 or 06:25 the next morning, taking about 10 hours.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Journey |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83 | 19:45 | 05:30 (next day) | 9h45 |
| 87 | 20:35 | 06:25 (next day) | 9h50 |
Check live availability from Luxor to Cairo
More on the return journey in our Luxor to Cairo train guide.
Cairo to Aswan train times
The sleeper trains you can book from Cairo to Aswan leave at 19:45 or 21:10 and arrive at 09:25 or 11:10 the next morning, taking about 13½ to 14 hours.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Journey |
|---|---|---|---|
| 86 | 19:45 | 09:25 (next day) | 13h40 |
| 82 | 21:10 | 11:10 (next day) | 14h00 |
Check live availability from Cairo to Aswan
Passing through Luxor: Cairo to Aswan trains pass through Luxor overnight. You stay on the same train, so there is no change to make.
Everything else you need is in our Cairo to Aswan train guide.
Aswan to Cairo train times
The sleeper trains you can book from Aswan to Cairo leave at 16:20 or 17:15 and arrive at 05:30 or 06:25 the next morning, taking about 13 hours.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Journey |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83 | 16:20 | 05:30 (next day) | 13h10 |
| 87 | 17:15 | 06:25 (next day) | 13h10 |
Check live availability from Aswan to Cairo
The train travels north through Luxor, and passengers going to Cairo stay on board. See our Aswan to Cairo train guide for the full picture.
Your ticket shows your exact times
Your issued ticket shows the exact departure and arrival times for your train. Times can change from time to time, and this page always shows the current ones for the trains you can book with us.
Check the time on your ticket before you set off for the station, then plan to arrive 45 minutes before departure.
Which stations the sleeper trains use
Cairo: Bashtil, not Ramses
In Cairo, the sleeper trains leave from Bashtil Station, also called Upper Egypt Station, in north west Cairo. They do not leave from Ramses. Arrive 45 minutes before departure and allow at least 60 minutes to get there from central Cairo, more between 5pm and 8pm.
Our Bashtil Station guide covers getting there, the entrance gate and the platforms.
Luxor Railway Station
Luxor Railway Station is on the East Bank in central Luxor, a short ride from most hotels. Arrive at least 45 minutes before departure. Read our Luxor station guide for directions.
Aswan Railway Station
Aswan Railway Station is in the city centre near the Corniche. Arrive at least 45 minutes before departure. Our Aswan station guide has the details.
Prices and booking
Fares start from £120 per person to Luxor and from £130 per person to Aswan, when two share a Standard cabin. Dinner and breakfast are included. The Egypt sleeper train prices guide has every class and cabin.
You can book any date now, and your cabin is secured as soon as you pay. If we cannot book your ticket, you get a full refund under our guarantee.
Planning the whole trip? See how far in advance to book for busy months.
Frequently asked questions
What time does the Cairo to Luxor train leave?
The sleeper trains you can book with us leave Bashtil Station in Cairo at 19:45 or 21:10 and arrive in Luxor at 06:10 or 07:50 the next morning. Your issued ticket shows the exact times for your train.
What time does the Luxor to Cairo train leave?
The sleeper trains you can book with us leave Luxor Railway Station at 19:45 or 20:35 and arrive in Cairo at 05:30 or 06:25 the next morning. The journey takes about 10 hours.
What time does the Cairo to Aswan train leave?
The sleeper trains you can book with us leave Bashtil Station in Cairo at 19:45 or 21:10, pass through Luxor overnight, and arrive in Aswan at 09:25 or 11:10 the next morning. You stay on the same train the whole way.
How long is the sleeper train from Cairo to Luxor and Aswan?
About 10½ hours from Cairo to Luxor and about 13½ to 14 hours from Cairo to Aswan. Both run overnight in your own private cabin, so you sleep through the journey.
Which station do sleeper trains leave from in Cairo?
Bashtil Station, also called Upper Egypt Station, in north west Cairo. They do not leave from Ramses. Arrive 45 minutes before departure and allow at least 60 minutes to get there from central Cairo, more between 5pm and 8pm. Our Bashtil Station guide covers getting there.
Can Egypt train times change?
Yes, times can change from time to time. The times on this page are the current ones for the sleeper trains you can book with us, and your issued ticket shows the exact departure and arrival times for your train.