How long does it take from Cairo University to Rod El-Farag by metro?

The journey from Cairo University to Rod El-Farag takes approximately 23 minutes by Cairo Metro, covering 10.24 km across 9 stops.

What is the metro fare from Cairo University to Rod El-Farag?

The token fare from Cairo University to Rod El-Farag 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 Rod El-Farag?

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 Rod El-Farag?

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

How many stops from Cairo University to Rod El-Farag?

There are 9 stops between Cairo University and Rod El-Farag on the Line 2. The stations are: Cairo University, El-Bohoth, Dokki, Opera, Sadat, Mohamed Naguib, Attaba, Al-Shohadaa, Massara, Rod El-Farag.

Cairo University To Rod El-Farag

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

Al-Shohadaa

red interchange

+17.95 min

2.55 min · 1.13 km

Massara

+20.52 min

2.57 min · 1.14 km

Rod El-Farag

Arrive Platform 2·underground10.24 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

23 min

Total time

stops

10.24 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

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

1.38 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

0.63 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~41 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

E£8

Bike

E£72

Auto

E£152

Cab

E£276

Estimates for 10.24 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

Rod El-Farag

underground

Rod El-Farag, Cairo, Egypt

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines