How long does it take from Cairo University to New El-Marg by metro?

The journey from Cairo University to New El-Marg takes approximately 73 minutes by Cairo Metro, covering 31.63 km across 20 stops.

What is the metro fare from Cairo University to New El-Marg?

The token fare from Cairo University to New El-Marg 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 New El-Marg?

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 New El-Marg?

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

How many stops from Cairo University to New El-Marg?

There are 20 stops between Cairo University and New El-Marg on the Line 2. The stations are: Cairo University, El-Bohoth, Dokki, Opera, Sadat.

Cairo University To New El-Marg

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

+3.59 min

3.59 min · 1.7 km

Orabi

+7.16 min

3.57 min · 1.69 km

Ezbet El-Nakhl

+50.06 min

3.59 min · 1.7 km

El-Marg

+53.63 min

3.57 min · 1.69 km

New El-Marg

Arrive Platform 1·underground27.08 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

73 min

Total time

stops

31.63 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

4.27 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

1.96 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~127 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

E£8

Bike

E£200

Auto

E£410

Cab

E£746

Estimates for 31.63 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

HelwanNew El-Marg

Line 2

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Line 2

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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

New El-Marg

underground

New El-Marg, Cairo, Egypt

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Key exits

New El-Marg exit 1· New El-Marg area♿

New El-Marg exit 2· New El-Marg area♿

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

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines