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Abo Tij to Cairo Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 16 trains daily from Abo Tij to Cairo.
Departures from 12:28 AM to 9:58 PM. Journey time from 5h 27m.

  • Trains16 /day
  • First12:28 AM
  • Last9:58 PM
  • Duration5h 27m
  • Farefrom 100 EGP (cheapest) to 300 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest1903 AC Russian

Abo Tij to Cairo Train Schedule

Trains from Abo Tij to Cairo
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 1903 AC Russian
12:28 AM Abo Tij
5:55 AM Cairo
5h 27m 3 stops
  • Third Class AC 170 EGP
399 km Express, main towns as far as Asyut · Runs non-stop after Asyut
Train 185 AC Russian
1:47 AM Abo Tij
8:45 AM Cairo
6h 58m 16 stops
  • Third Class AC 170 EGP
399 km Express — major stations only
Train 187 Russian
3:17 AM Abo Tij
9:40 AM Cairo
6h 23m 13 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP
399 km Express — main towns
Train 971 AC French
6:32 AM Abo Tij
1:40 PM Cairo
7h 8m 18 stops
  • Second Class AC 230 EGP
  • First Class AC 300 EGP
399 km Express — major stations only
Train 1011 AC Russian
7:02 AM Abo Tij
1:20 PM Cairo
6h 18m 9 stops
  • Third Class AC 170 EGP
399 km Express — major stations only
Train 91 Russian
8:07 AM Abo Tij
2:55 PM Cairo
6h 48m 10 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP
399 km Stops at main towns as far as Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut
Train 833 Russian
8:57 AM Abo Tij
5:15 PM Cairo
8h 18m 26 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP
399 km Express — main towns
Train 987 AC Spanish
9:47 AM Abo Tij
3:40 PM Cairo
5h 53m 9 stops
  • Second Class AC 230 EGP
  • First Class AC 300 EGP
399 km Stops at main towns as far as Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut
Train 159 AC Russian
10:57 AM Abo Tij
6:30 PM Cairo
7h 33m 19 stops
  • Third Class AC 170 EGP
399 km Express — main towns
Train 157 Russian
12:37 PM Abo Tij
7:25 PM Cairo
6h 48m 16 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP
399 km Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Express, provincial capitals as far as Alexandria
Train 975 Russian
1:17 PM Abo Tij
9:05 PM Cairo
7h 48m 25 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP
399 km Express — main towns
Train 81 AC Russian
1:37 PM Abo Tij
9:20 PM Cairo
7h 43m 24 stops
  • Third Class AC 170 EGP
399 km Express — main towns
Train 981 VIP
2:03 PM Abo Tij
7:40 PM Cairo
5h 37m 5 stops
  • Second Class AC 230 EGP
  • First Class AC 300 EGP
399 km Express, main towns as far as Asyut · Express, provincial capitals after Asyut
Train 983 VIP
3:58 PM Abo Tij
9:45 PM Cairo
5h 47m 7 stops
  • Second Class AC 230 EGP
  • First Class AC 300 EGP
399 km Express — main towns
Train 163 Russian
9:22 PM Abo Tij
3:45 AM Cairo
6h 23m 7 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP
399 km Stops at main towns as far as Asyut · Express, provincial capitals as far as Cairo · Express, main towns as far as Alexandria
Train 1013 Russian
9:58 PM Abo Tij
4:00 AM Cairo
6h 2m 10 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP
399 km Express — main towns
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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.

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FAQ — Abo Tij to Cairo Trains

Are there trains from Abo Tij to Cairo throughout the day?

Yes, there are 16 trains daily between Abo Tij and Cairo, spread across the day: 6 in the morning, 5 midday/afternoon, 2 in the evening, 3 at night. The first train departs at 12:28 AM and the last at 9:58 PM.

What is the fastest train from Abo Tij to Cairo and how long does it take?

The fastest train is AC Russian #1903, departing at 12:28 AM with a journey time of 5h 27m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#833) takes 8h 18m — a difference of 2h 51m, as it stops at 26 stations versus 3.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Abo Tij to Cairo?

The cheapest tickets start from 100 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 100 EGP, Third Class AC: 170 EGP, Second Class AC: 230 EGP, First Class AC: 300 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Abo Tij to Cairo?

9 of 16 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 1903, 185, 971, 1011, 987, 159, 81, 981, 983, while trains 187, 91, 833, 157, 975, 163, 1013 run non-AC classes. Top class available: VIP.

Should I book the Abo Tij — Cairo trip in advance or at the station?

VIP trains on this route sell out fast in peak seasons — book ahead via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg. The regular trains (7 on this route) usually have same-day tickets at the Abo Tij station counter.

How many stops are there between Abo Tij and Cairo?

Stops range from 3 (train 1903 — the fewest) to 26 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.