Region / Service | Phone Number | Notes |
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ENR General Inquiries (Egypt) | +20 2 2574 9470 | Head office, Cairo |
Customer Service Hotline | +20 2 2574 8611 | Passenger train inquiries and complaints |
Reservations & Ticketing (Cairo) | +20 2 2574 9476 | Booking and ticket-related assistance |
Alexandria Regional Office | +20 3 487 0023 | Passenger and freight support in Alexandria |
Luxor Station Office | +20 95 237 2511 | Tourist and passenger inquiries |
Egypt National Railways (ENR) is the state-owned railway operator of Egypt, established in 1854, making it the oldest railway in Africa and the Middle East. ENR plays a vital role in Egypt’s transportation system, carrying millions of passengers annually and providing critical freight services.
With a network of over 5,000 km, ENR connects major cities along the Nile Valley, the Delta region, the Suez Canal, and the Mediterranean coast. It is undergoing major modernization efforts to improve safety, punctuality, and passenger experience.
Oldest Railway in Africa & Middle East – Operating since 1854.
Extensive Passenger Network – Links Cairo, Alexandria, Luxor, Aswan, and other key cities.
Freight Services – Transports agricultural produce, petroleum, construction materials, and goods.
Daily Ridership – Millions of passengers travel annually, making it one of the busiest railways in Africa.
Modernization Projects – Upgrading tracks, signaling systems, and rolling stock with international partnerships.
Tourist Trains – Connects to iconic destinations such as Luxor and Aswan.
Government-Owned – Operates under the Ministry of Transport, Egypt.