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

The journey from Haykestep to Cairo University takes approximately 78 minutes by Cairo Metro, covering 33.88 km across 23 stops.

What is the metro fare from Haykestep to Cairo University?

The token fare from Haykestep to Cairo University 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 Haykestep for Cairo University?

At Haykestep, board from Platform 1 (underground station). The train runs towards Kit Kat. Look for the electronic board showing "Kit Kat".

What is the last train from Haykestep to Cairo University?

The last train from Haykestep towards Kit Kat departs at 23:00 on weekdays. The last train from Cairo University back towards Haykestep departs at 00:00.

How many stops from Haykestep to Cairo University?

There are 23 stops between Haykestep and Cairo University on the Line 3. The stations are: Haykestep, Omar Ibn El-Khattab, Qobaa, Hesham Barakat, El-Nozha, Nadi El-Shams, Alf Maskan, Heliopolis, Haroun, Al-Ahram, Koleyet El-Banat, Cairo Stadium, Fair Zone, Abbassia, Abdou Pasha, El-Geish, Bab El-Shaaria, Attaba.

Haykestep To Cairo University

ShortestShortest Route

Haykestep

Platform 1·underground·Line 3Towards Kit Kat

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

Omar Ibn El-Khattab

+3.39 min

3.39 min · 1.59 km

Qobaa

+6.78 min

3.39 min · 1.59 km

El-Geish

+50.87 min

3.39 min · 1.59 km

Bab El-Shaaria

+54.28 min

3.41 min · 1.6 km

Attaba

green interchange

Arrive Platform 3·underground27.05 km

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

interchange Attaba — 5 min

Platform 3 · Line 2 ·Platform 1 Towards Shobra El-Kheima

+5 min

Attaba

blue interchange

Platform 1·underground·Line 2Towards Shobra El-Kheima

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

Mohamed Naguib

+2.57 min

2.57 min · 1.14 km

Sadat

red interchange

+5.14 min

2.57 min · 1.14 km

Dokki

+10.26 min

2.55 min · 1.13 km

El-Bohoth

+12.83 min

2.57 min · 1.14 km

Cairo University

Arrive Platform 1·underground6.83 km

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

Route on the map

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Journey at a glance

78 min

Total time

stops

33.88 km

Distance

Interchanges

First & last trains

Station	First train	Last train	Direction
Haykestep	05:00	23:00	Towards Kit Kat
Cairo University	05:00	23:00	Towards Haykestep

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

4.57 kg

CO₂ saved

vs driving a car

2.10 L

Fuel saved

petrol equivalent

~136 min

Rush-hour saved

vs road traffic

~70 kcal

Calories burned

walking to platform

Cost comparison

Metro

E£8

Bike

E£214

Auto

E£436

Cab

E£796

Estimates for 33.88 km. Metro is fare-per-person; auto/cab can be shared.

Frequently asked questions

Popular routes

HelwanNew El-Marg

Line 3

Shobra El-KheimaEl-Mounib

Line 3

Adly MansourKit Kat

Line 3

Departure station

Haykestep

underground

Haykestep, Cairo, Egypt

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

Zone 1 · 2 entry points

Facilities

LiftsEscalatorsToiletsTicket machines

Arrival 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