Alexandria to Tanta Train Schedule & Prices
According to Egypt Trains, there are 40 trains daily from Alexandria to Tanta.
Departures from 2:20 AM to 10:35 PM. Journey time from 1h 30m.
- Trains40 /day
- First2:20 AM
- Last10:35 PM
- Duration1h 30m
- Farefrom 40 EGP (cheapest) to 150 EGP (highest)
- Fastest2008 VIP
Alexandria to Tanta Train Schedule
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| Train | Schedule | Duration | Stops | Prices | Distance | Note | Trip details |
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| Train 2 Russian | 2:20 AM Alexandria 4:29 AM Tanta | 2h 9m |
| No service on Fridays or public holidays | Train 2 Stops
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| Train 1108 Russian | 3:05 AM Alexandria 5:19 AM Tanta | 2h 14m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 1108 Stops
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| Train 3012-3013 AC Russian | 4:00 AM Alexandria 5:45 AM Tanta | 1h 45m |
| Express — major stations only · Continues from Tanta as train 3013 | Train 3012-3013 Stops
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| Train 588-589 Russian | 4:30 AM Alexandria 6:40 AM Tanta | 2h 10m |
| Express — main towns · Continues from Tanta as train 589 | Train 588-589 Stops
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| Train 1904 VIP | 5:00 AM Alexandria 6:46 AM Tanta | 1h 46m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 1904 Stops
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| Train 8 Russian | 5:10 AM Alexandria 7:33 AM Tanta | 2h 23m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 8 Stops
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| Train 3008 AC Russian | 5:45 AM Alexandria 7:21 AM Tanta | 1h 36m |
| Express — main towns | Train 3008 Stops
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| Train 902 AC Spanish | 6:00 AM Alexandria 7:54 AM Tanta | 1h 54m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 902 Stops
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| Train 158 Russian | 7:25 AM Alexandria 9:08 AM Tanta | 1h 43m |
| Express, provincial capitals as far as Cairo · Express, main towns as far as Luxor | Train 158 Stops
Train 158 PhotosTrain 158 Services
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| Train 14 AC Russian | 8:00 AM Alexandria 9:45 AM Tanta | 1h 45m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 14 Stops
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| Train 900 AC French | 8:15 AM Alexandria 9:59 AM Tanta | 1h 44m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 900 Stops
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| Train 3024 AC Russian | 9:15 AM Alexandria 10:49 AM Tanta | 1h 34m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 3024 Stops
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| Train 1212 Russian | 9:25 AM Alexandria 11:45 AM Tanta | 2h 20m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 1212 Stops
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| Train 910 Abu Al-Hol | 10:00 AM Alexandria 11:34 AM Tanta | 1h 34m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 910 Stops
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| Train 132 Russian | 10:20 AM Alexandria 12:21 PM Tanta | 2h 1m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 132 Stops
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| Train 912 AC Spanish | 11:00 AM Alexandria 12:37 PM Tanta | 1h 37m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 912 Stops
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| Train 164 Russian | 12:00 PM Alexandria 1:44 PM Tanta | 1h 44m |
| Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Express, provincial capitals as far as Asyut · Stops at main towns as far as Aswan | Train 164 Stops
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| Train 1082 Abu Al-Hol + Sleep | 12:30 PM Alexandria 2:09 PM Tanta | 1h 39m |
| Express — provincial capitals · Runs Saturday and Tuesday only — sleeper and seated cars | Train 1082 Stops
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| Train 914 VIP | 1:00 PM Alexandria 2:52 PM Tanta | 1h 52m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 914 Stops
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| Train 18 Russian | 1:10 PM Alexandria 3:22 PM Tanta | 2h 12m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 18 Stops
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| Train 586-587 AC Russian | 2:20 PM Alexandria 4:20 PM Tanta | 2h |
| Express — main towns · Continues from Tanta as train 587 | Train 586-587 Stops
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| Train 24 Russian | 2:30 PM Alexandria 4:53 PM Tanta | 2h 23m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 24 Stops
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| Train 922 VIP | 3:30 PM Alexandria 5:22 PM Tanta | 1h 52m |
| Express — provincial capitals | Train 922 Stops
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| Train 196 AC Russian | 3:40 PM Alexandria 5:38 PM Tanta | 1h 58m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 196 Stops
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| Train 572-573 AC Russian | 4:10 PM Alexandria 6:15 PM Tanta | 2h 5m |
| Express — main towns · Includes a car reserved for armed-forces personnel | Train 572-573 Stops
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| Train 118 Russian | 5:10 PM Alexandria 7:15 PM Tanta | 2h 5m |
| Express — main towns · Travels via the Minuf line | Train 118 Stops
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| Train 88 AC Spanish | 5:50 PM Alexandria 7:23 PM Tanta | 1h 33m |
| Express, provincial capitals as far as Cairo · Express, major stations only as far as Asyut · Express, main towns as far as Aswan | Train 88 Stops
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| Train 568-569 AC Russian | 6:10 PM Alexandria 8:05 PM Tanta | 1h 55m |
| Express — main towns · Continues from Tanta to Damietta as train 569 | Train 568-569 Stops
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| Train 32 Russian | 6:20 PM Alexandria 8:52 PM Tanta | 2h 32m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 32 Stops
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| Train 928 AC Spanish | 7:00 PM Alexandria 8:37 PM Tanta | 1h 37m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 928 Stops
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| Train 1130 AC Russian | 7:30 PM Alexandria 9:06 PM Tanta | 1h 36m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 1130 Stops
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| Train 1008 Russian | 7:50 PM Alexandria 9:37 PM Tanta | 1h 47m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 1008 Stops
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| Train 2008 VIP | 8:00 PM Alexandria 9:30 PM Tanta | 1h 30m |
| Express — major stations only · Runs non-stop from Giza to Asyut | Train 2008 Stops
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| Train 1902 AC Spanish | 8:10 PM Alexandria 10:10 PM Tanta | 2h |
| Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Runs non-stop from Giza to Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut | Train 1902 Stops
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| Train 28 Russian | 8:20 PM Alexandria 10:29 PM Tanta | 2h 9m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 28 Stops
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| Train 128 Russian | 8:45 PM Alexandria 10:50 PM Tanta | 2h 5m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 128 Stops
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| Train 518-519 AC Russian | 9:20 PM Alexandria 11:05 PM Tanta | 1h 45m |
| Express — main towns · Continues from Tanta as train 519 | Train 518-519 Stops
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| Train 3006 AC Russian | 9:45 PM Alexandria 11:16 PM Tanta | 1h 31m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 3006 Stops
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| Train 934 AC Spanish | 10:15 PM Alexandria 11:45 PM Tanta | 1h 30m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 934 Stops
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| Train 36 Russian | 10:35 PM Alexandria 12:55 AM Tanta | 2h 20m |
| Local — stops at every station | Train 36 Stops
Train 36 PhotosTrain 36 Services
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Track Alexandria → Tanta trains live — position and delay
Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.
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FAQ — Alexandria to Tanta Trains
Are there trains from Alexandria to Tanta throughout the day?
Yes, there are 40 trains daily between Alexandria and Tanta, spread across the day: 12 in the morning, 9 midday/afternoon, 13 in the evening, 6 at night. The first train departs at 2:20 AM and the last at 10:35 PM.
What is the fastest train from Alexandria to Tanta and how long does it take?
The fastest train is VIP #2008, departing at 8:00 PM with a journey time of 1h 30m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#32) takes 2h 32m — a difference of 1h 2m, as it stops at 7 stations versus 1.
What is the cheapest train ticket from Alexandria to Tanta?
The cheapest tickets start from 40 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 40 EGP, Third Class AC: 60 EGP, Second Class AC: 120 EGP, First Class AC: 150 EGP.
Which train is most comfortable from Alexandria to Tanta?
24 of 40 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 3012-3013, 1904, 3008, 902, 14, 900, 3024, 910, 912, 1082, 914, 586-587, 922, 196, 572-573, 88, 568-569, 928, 1130, 2008, 1902, 518-519, 3006, 934, while trains 2, 1108, 588-589, 8, 158, 1212, 132, 164, 18, 24, 118, 32, 1008, 28, 128, 36 run non-AC classes. Top class available: VIP or Abu Al-Hol.
Should I book the Alexandria — Tanta trip in advance or at the station?
VIP or Abu Al-Hol trains on this route sell out fast in peak seasons — book ahead via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg. The regular trains (16 on this route) usually have same-day tickets at the Alexandria station counter.
How many stops are there between Alexandria and Tanta?
Stops range from 1 (train 912 — the fewest) to 7 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.