How long does it take from Cairo University to Al-Shohadaa by metro?

The journey from Cairo University to Al-Shohadaa takes approximately 18 minutes by Cairo Metro, covering 7.96 km across 7 stops.

What is the metro fare from Cairo University to Al-Shohadaa?

The token fare from Cairo University to Al-Shohadaa is E£8. With a smart card the fare is E£8 (save E£0). During off-peak hours with a smart card it's E£8.

Which platform at Cairo University for Al-Shohadaa?

At Cairo University, board from Platform 2 (underground station). The train runs towards Shobra El-Kheima. Look for the electronic board showing "Shobra El-Kheima".

What is the last train from Cairo University to Al-Shohadaa?

The last train from Cairo University towards Shobra El-Kheima departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Al-Shohadaa back towards Cairo University departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Cairo University to Al-Shohadaa?

There are 7 stops between Cairo University and Al-Shohadaa on the Line 2. The stations are: Cairo University, El-Bohoth, Dokki, Opera, Sadat, Mohamed Naguib, Attaba, Al-Shohadaa.

Cairo University To Al-Shohadaa

ShortestShortest Route

Cairo University

Platform 2·underground·Line 2Towards Shobra El-Kheima

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00Doors open: right

El-Bohoth

+2.57 min

2.57 min · 1.14 km

Dokki

+5.14 min

2.57 min · 1.14 km

Mohamed Naguib

+12.83 min

2.57 min · 1.14 km

Attaba

blue interchange

+15.4 min

2.57 min · 1.14 km

Al-Shohadaa

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground7.96 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 00:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

18 min

Total time

stops

7.96 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Cairo University	05:00	23:00	Towards Shobra El-Kheima
Al-Shohadaa	05:00	00:00	Towards Cairo University

Weekday timings. On Sundays & public holidays, first trains run ~30 min later. Frequency: every 2-4 min (peak), 5-8 min (off-peak).

Fares & smart card

Token fare

E£8

Buy at counter or TVM

Smart card

E£8

Save E£0 per ride

Off-peak smart card

E£8

Save E£0 per ride

Use your Cairo Metro smart card or QR ticketwhere supported by the operator, app, or station counter.

Fare guide

Travel green

1.07 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.49 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~32 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

E£8

Bike

E£58

Auto

E£126

Cab

E£226

Estimates for 7.96 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

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Departure station

Cairo University

underground

Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt

Weekdays: 05:00 – 23:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival station

Al-Shohadaa

underground

Al-Shohadaa, Cairo, Egypt

Weekdays: 05:00 – 00:00(Sundays from 05:00)

Zone 1 · 4 entry points

Key exits

Al-Shohadaa exit 1· Ramses Station♿

Al-Shohadaa exit 2· Ramses Station♿

Al-Shohadaa exit 3· Ramses Station♿

Al-Shohadaa exit 4· Ramses Station♿

Buy a ticket or top up a transit card; keep it until you exit.

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machinesShopsStep-free access