The beginning and end of the Monorail train
The monorail train operates on an elevated concrete platform and travels in one direction, either towards the New Administrative Capital or away from it. There are two monorail lines: one serving the New Administrative Capital and the other serving 6th of October City.
The New Administrative Capital monorail starts from Nasr City and extends to the New Administrative Capital, covering a distance of approximately 53 kilometers.
The 6th of October monorail starts from Giza and extends to 6th of October City, covering a distance of approximately 42 kilometers.
Monorail train stations
First line / New Administrative Capital
The New Administrative Capital monorail line consists of 22 stations, in order:
- Stadium
- Hesham Barakat
- Nouri Khattab
- Seventh District
- Zaker Hussein
- Free Zone
- El-Moshir Tantawy
- Cairo Festival
- Choueifat
- Air Hospital
- Al-Narges District
- Mohamed Naguib
- American University
- Emaar
- Al-Fountain Square
- Al-Borouj
- Middle Ring Road
- Mohamed Bin Zayed
- Regional Ring Road
- Al-Massa Hotel
- Ministries District
- New Administrative Capital
Line 2 / 6th of October
The 6th of October monorail line consists of 12 main stations, in order:
- Bulaq (also known as University of the Arab States)
- Ring Road
- Maryouteya
- Mansouria
- Desert Road (Cairo-Alexandria)
- Hyper One
- Juhayna
- New Urban Communities Authority
- Hosary
- Dar Al Fouad
- Industrial Zone
- High-Speed Train
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Monorail train route in the Fifth Settlement
Baitwatan in New Cairo’s Fifth Settlement is one of the most important and best national projects currently underway in the heart of New Cairo. The monorail starts from Al-Moshir Tantawy station, then Cairo Festival station, and finally reaches the American University station.
Additionally, it is planned that the New Administrative Capital monorail line will pass near one of the most important shopping centers in the Fifth Settlement, Cairo Festival City.
This will consequently increase the significance of residential units in compounds like Cairo Festival City and other real estate investments in the area, such as Lake View, Hyde Park, and Katameya Heights.
The first station
Al Narges district is one of the best and most luxurious districts in the Fifth Settlement. It is one of the monorail stations within the Fifth Settlement, which will greatly facilitate transportation between different areas of the Fifth Settlement and the New Administrative Capital.
Additionally, the value of residential units in this district will increase over time, making it the most investment-worthy area in the future. This is because the residential units and projects in this district will be much closer to the New Administrative Capital.
The second station
Choueifat district is also one of the monorail stations in the Fifth Settlement. The monorail passes through all the compounds and residential units located there.
The third station
North Teseen Street is one of the most important and well-known streets in the Fifth Settlement. The monorail will pass through it from the American University station.
Monorail route in Nasr City
Since the decision was made to establish the monorail project, the designated areas it will pass through have gained a distinguished status. This is especially true since it will significantly reduce congestion and save a lot of time needed for commuting between cities.
The monorail will pass near Nasr City, specifically from Youssef Abbas Street and Al-Ashar Station, passing close to the airport through the Stadium and Hisham Barakat stations. This will facilitate commuting between these districts and the New Administrative Capital. In Nasr City, the “Free Zone,” one of the most vibrant areas in Cairo, the passage of the monorail will increase its value and boost investment. The monorail will connect global companies’ headquarters and factories in this area with landmarks of the New Administrative Capital.
Monorail route in 6th of October
The monorail serves a large number of districts in the 6th of October City, especially after the new expansions undertaken by the implementation authority. The most important stations include the Industrial Zone, Jehana Square, and Al-Hosary Station.
The first station
There is a designated monorail station in Sheikh Zayed City, specifically at Hyper One Market. This location serves as the main entrance to the city and is one of the most important and prime areas within it.
The second station
There is another designated monorail station in the Engineers’ City, specifically on University Street, which is one of the main streets in the area and connects to the extension of the third metro line. This will facilitate travel and commuting between the heart of Cairo and 6th of October City in a shorter time.
What are the advantages of monorail train?
The unique advantages and characteristics of the monorail project make it one of the most important and best projects currently underway in Egypt, especially in the New Administrative Capital:
- The monorail operates automatically without the need for a driver, enhancing safety and stability during operation.
- Its external structure is made entirely of aluminum, which helps increase speed while reducing weight.
- Central air conditioning is installed throughout the train cars, with additional aisles to allow passengers to move around safely during the journey.
- The cars are equipped with advanced cameras that monitor the route centrally.
- Special spaces have been allocated for people with disabilities to ensure easy and safe access to the train.
- Screen doors have been installed on the platforms where passengers wait, helping to maintain passenger safety and significantly reduce energy consumption.
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What are the companies executing the New Administrative Capital Monorail train?
The monorail has become one of the most important projects underway in Egypt. It is the fastest mass transit system and environmentally friendly, as well as highly fuel-efficient.
The Egyptian government has contracted three major companies to operate and manage the monorail project for 30 years from the commencement date, along with a usufruct system.
The companies responsible for the monorail are as follows:
- Bombardier: This company is responsible for the signaling and communication systems and the supply of trains.
- Orascom in collaboration with Arab Contractors: These companies are responsible for the civil works of the project.
- Hill International (American company) and GGI Group (Egyptian company): These companies are responsible for consulting and overseeing the entire project officially by the National Authority for Tunnels.
Monorail Implementing Companies
New Administrative Capital Monorail Operation Date
The first stage
The National Authority for Tunnels announced that the opening date for the first phase of the New Administrative Capital Monorail was scheduled for June 2022.
The second stage
The second phase of the New Administrative Capital Monorail is scheduled to open in February 2023.
