Alexandria to Suez by train
Suez lies 285 km (177 mi) south-east of Alexandria, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 6 min at the speeds typical of Egypt rail, over roughly 347 km (216 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Alexandria | Suez | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Egypt | Egypt |
| Population | 5.3 million | 699,541 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 11 m (36 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) | UTC+3 (Africa/Cairo) |
| Stations on record | Sidi Gaber railway station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Alexandria to Suez
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Staying in Suez
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Common questions
How far is Suez from Alexandria?
285 km (177 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Alexandria; by road roughly 347 km (216 mi).
How long does it take to get from Alexandria to Suez by train?
About 4 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Alexandria and Suez?
No, both are on Africa/Cairo at the moment.
Where can I stay in Suez?
Our booking partner lists 5 places to stay in Suez, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.