Cairo, Egypt 🇪🇬
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Transport Authorities
Getting Around
| Mode | Operator | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| metro | National Authority for Tunnels | Efficient and affordable; Line 1 and 2 cover central Cairo to Giza; women-only cars available; EGP 5-15 per ride. |
| bus | Cairo Transport Authority | Extensive network including city and suburban routes; crowded; EGP 5-20; microbus (minibuses) common for flexibility. |
| other | Various | Taxis (white metered, black/white shared); ride-hailing Uber/Careem reliable and inexpensive; negotiate fares upfront for taxis. |
| train | Egyptian National Railways | Regional services from Ramses Station to suburbs like 6th October City, Heliopolis; for longer trips. |
Paying for Transport
- Cash: EGP only; small bills preferred; exact change for metro/bus.
- Contactless/IC Card: Reusable Naql card for metro and buses; load at stations; EGP 20-100.
- App: Uber/Careem via app; card or cash payment.
Operating Hours
- Weekday: Metro 5AM-1AM; buses 5AM-midnight; trains vary 4AM-11PM
- Weekend: Similar to weekdays, reduced frequency post-10PM
- Night service: Limited night metro lines until 2AM Fri/Sat; night buses sparse.
Rideshare & Taxis
- Uber Available Widely available, inexpensive; English app; surge during peak.
- Careem Available Local alternative to Uber; bikes/careem now options; promo codes common.
Airport Connections
- Taxi/Rideshare - Cairo International (CAI) to City Center: 30-60 min, EGP 200-400 / Uber EGP 150-300
- Metro - CAI (Line 3) to Downtown: 45 min, EGP 15
- Bus - CAI Express to Abassiya: 60 min, EGP 20-50
Live Delay Info
Local Tips
Use Uber/Careem for safety/convenience as business traveler; avoid rush hour (7-9AM, 4-7PM); metro clean/fast for city center; carry EGP cash; download offline maps; private driver/tours ideal for Pyramids/Giza (EGP 500-1000/day); check apps for real-time traffic.