Cairo Metro (Metro de Quito)

The Cairo Metro is one of the busiest metro systems globally, carrying millions of passengers every day. The Cairo Metro was inaugurated on September 27, 1987, making it the first metro system in both Africa and the Arab world. The Cairo Metro has 74 stations, including 4 transfer stations, for a total length of 93.1 kilometers (57.8 mi). The metro consists of three lines: Red, Blue and Green, which connect different parts of Cairo. The Cairo Metro's status as Africa's first metro underlines its historical importance in the development of urban transit on the continent.

OperatorNational Authority for Tunnels (Egyptian state)
Operation start1 December 2023
Total Lines3 Metro Lines
Total Station80 Active Stations
Metro City/CountryGreater Cairo Egypt
Official Webhttps://cairometro.gov.eg/en

Metro linesStationsTerminal stations
▣ Line 135Helwan ⇄ El Marg
▣ Line 220Shobra El Kheima ⇄ El Mounib
▣ Line 329Rod Al-Farag Corridor ⇄ Adly Mansour

  • The Cairo Metro, Africa's first and the Arab world's oldest metro system, began operations in 1987.
  • The metro consists of three lines: Red, Blue and Green, which connect different parts of Cairo.
  • With millions of passengers per day, the Cairo Metro is one of the busiest metro systems globally.
  • The system provides affordable transportation options for a variety of residents.
  • Continued expansion plans aim to meet growing demand, launch new lines and expand existing lines.
  • Construction faced challenges due to unexpected archaeological discoveries, requiring careful excavation.
  • The Metro serves as an important solution to Cairo's traffic congestion, providing a fast and efficient mode of transportation.
  • As Africa's inaugural metro system, the Cairo Metro set a precedent for urban transit on the continent.
  • The Metro contributes significantly to the economic development of Cairo by providing convenient and quick transportation.
  • The Cairo Metro plays an important role in the city's integrated transportation network, connecting key areas and reducing dependence on road transportation.
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