Is there a sleeper train from Luxor to Cairo?
Yes. Overnight sleeper services connect Luxor with Cairo. You board at Luxor Railway Station, travel north through the night and arrive in the Cairo area the following morning.
Availability varies by date, so use the live search rather than relying on a fixed timetable copied from another website.
| Journey detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Departure | Luxor Railway Station |
| Cairo-side station | Upper Egypt Station, also called Bashtil |
| Typical duration | Approximately 10 to 12 hours |
| Usual pattern | Evening departure, morning arrival |
| Cabin options | Standard or Elite, subject to availability |
| Meals | Dinner and breakfast included |
| Printing needed | No, show the issued ticket on your phone |
| Best for | Returning to Cairo after visiting Luxor |
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Search Luxor to Cairo trainsWhere does the Luxor to Cairo sleeper train depart?
The train departs from Luxor Railway Station on the East Bank. The station is in central Luxor and is connected to the Luxor Temple area by Sharia al-Mahatta.
Arrive at least 45 minutes before the departure shown on your ticket. This gives you time for the entrance check, finding the correct platform and locating your carriage.
For full arrival, boarding and transfer advice, read our dedicated Luxor Train Station guide.
Before leaving your hotel
- Confirm the exact departure time on your ticket.
- Ask your hotel to store luggage after checkout if needed.
- Keep passports and tickets in your day bag.
- Arrange a taxi or hotel transfer to the station.
- Do not plan a final attraction visit that leaves no delay buffer.
How long is the train from Luxor to Cairo?
The sleeper journey commonly takes around 10 to 12 hours, depending on the service, stops and operating conditions.
Exact timings belong on the issued railway ticket. Avoid booking a flight, international train connection or fixed appointment immediately after the scheduled arrival.
What is the Egypt sleeper train really like?
The overnight cabin is compact, private and lockable. You settle in after boarding, dinner is served in the cabin during the evening, and breakfast arrives before the morning arrival. Two cabin classes run on the same train: Standard and Elite.
Honest advice. The cabin gets cold at night, so bring a light layer even in summer. Meals are practical railway meals rather than restaurant dining, so carry water and a small snack. Power sockets and Wi-Fi cannot be guaranteed on every carriage, so charge devices before boarding. The train can be noisy and movement is normal, which most travellers find part of the experience.
What is included on the Luxor to Cairo sleeper train?
| Included | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Private sleeper cabin | Single or double cabin, depending on booking |
| Fold-out berth | With pillow and blanket |
| Dinner | Served during the evening |
| Breakfast | Served before arrival |
| Cabin attendant | Available during the journey |
| Toilet and washing area | Shared facilities within the carriage |
Standard and Elite cabins provide the same core overnight journey. Elite offers a refurbished interior and additional space where available. Search your date to see which cabin types can actually be booked.
Is a single sleeper cabin private?
Yes. A single cabin is reserved for one passenger.
A double cabin is intended for two travellers. A person booking a double cabin alone may be allocated with another passenger of the same gender. Travellers who require guaranteed privacy should select a single cabin.
Where does the train arrive in Cairo?
Current sleeper services use Upper Egypt Station, commonly called Bashtil, for Cairo-side operations. Your issued ticket shows the exact station and arrival details for your service.
Bashtil is outside the traditional Ramses Station area, so arrange an Uber, Careem, taxi or hotel transfer after arrival. Do not tell a driver simply "Cairo train station" without confirming the correct station.
Station operations can change. Always follow the station name printed on your railway ticket rather than an older guidebook or travel blog. See the full Bashtil Station guide.
Should you book the hotel or train first?
Check sleeper availability before finalising a non-refundable Cairo hotel or onward flight. Cabins can sell out, particularly during Egypt's cooler travel season and around major holidays.
Once the train is available, book the cabin and then organise your Luxor checkout, station transfer and Cairo arrival.
See how far ahead you should book the Egypt sleeper train.
How to book Luxor to Cairo online
Choose Luxor to Cairo
Select the route and travel date.
Check live availability
Available departures and cabin types are shown for your date.
Choose Standard or Elite
Select a single or double cabin.
Enter passport details
Names and passport information must be accurate.
Pay securely
Payment is handled through Stripe.
Receive the issued ticket
Tickets are emailed after processing, normally within two hours during business hours. Bookings made outside business hours are processed the following morning.
If Trains Egypt cannot secure the selected railway ticket, the booking is covered by the full refund guarantee. Your payment receipt is not the railway ticket; the booking is confirmed only when the issued ticket reaches your email.
Finish Luxor and travel back to Cairo overnight
Search your date, choose your cabin and receive the issued railway ticket by email.
Book Luxor to CairoLuxor to Cairo train FAQs
Is there a night train from Luxor to Cairo?
Yes. Sleeper services leave Luxor in the evening and travel north overnight. The exact departure and arrival times vary by date and service, so check live availability instead of using an old fixed timetable.
Where does the Luxor to Cairo train leave from?
It leaves from Luxor Railway Station on the East Bank. Arrive at least 45 minutes before the time printed on your issued ticket.
Does the sleeper arrive at Ramses Station?
No. The Cairo station changed: sleeper trains now use Upper Egypt Station, commonly called Bashtil, in the Imbaba area of Cairo, not Ramses Station. Many older guides and blogs still say Ramses. Always follow the station printed on your issued ticket, and allow 45 to 60 minutes to reach it from central Cairo. See our Bashtil Station guide.
Are dinner and breakfast included?
Yes. Sleeper cabin tickets include dinner and breakfast. The meals are practical railway meals rather than restaurant dining, so travellers may also wish to carry water and a small snack.
Do I need to print the ticket?
No. Keep the issued ticket available on your phone and carry the passport used for the booking.
Can I book Luxor to Cairo from outside Egypt?
Yes. Trains Egypt provides an English-language booking process for international travellers, secure card payment and ticket delivery by email.
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Last reviewed: 23 July 2026. Reviewed by: the Trains Egypt booking team. Sources: current Abela sleeper-train information and Trains Egypt operational experience. Departure times, stations, cabins and prices can change. Advice on buffers and planning is guidance, not a guarantee, and the issued railway ticket is always the final authority for your train, station and cabin.