How long does it take from Cairo University to Haykestep by metro?

The journey from Cairo University to Haykestep takes approximately 85 minutes by Cairo Metro, covering 34.89 km across 23 stops.

What is the metro fare from Cairo University to Haykestep?

The token fare from Cairo University to Haykestep 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 Haykestep?

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 Haykestep?

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

How many stops from Cairo University to Haykestep?

There are 23 stops between Cairo University and Haykestep on the Line 2. The stations are: Cairo University, El-Bohoth, Dokki, Opera, Sadat.

Cairo University To Haykestep

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

Opera

+7.69 min

2.55 min · 1.13 km

Sadat

red interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground4.55 km

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

interchange Sadat — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 1 ·Platform 1 Towards Helwan

+5 min

Sadat

green interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 1Towards Helwan

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

Nasser

blue interchange

Arrive Platform 1·underground1.7 km

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

interchange Nasser — 5 min

Platform 1 · Line 3 ·Platform 3 Towards Adly Mansour

+5 min

Nasser

red interchange

Platform 3·underground·Line 3Towards Adly Mansour

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

Attaba

green interchange

+3.39 min

3.39 min · 1.59 km

Bab El-Shaaria

+6.78 min

3.39 min · 1.59 km

Qobaa

+54.28 min

3.39 min · 1.59 km

Omar Ibn El-Khattab

+57.67 min

3.39 min · 1.59 km

Haykestep

Arrive Platform 2·underground28.64 km

First train: 05:00Last train: 23:00

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

85 min

Total time

stops

34.89 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

4.71 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

2.16 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~140 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

E£8

Bike

E£220

Auto

E£448

Cab

E£818

Estimates for 34.89 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

HelwanNew El-Marg

Line 2

Shobra El-KheimaEl-Mounib

Line 2

Adly MansourKit Kat

Line 2

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

Haykestep

underground

Haykestep, Cairo, Egypt

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines