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Ballana to Cairo Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 4 trains daily from Ballana to Cairo.
Departures from 12:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Journey time from 14h 45m.

  • Trains4 /day
  • First12:00 AM
  • Last1:00 PM
  • Duration14h 45m
  • Farefrom 150 EGP (cheapest) to 250 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest163 Russian

Ballana to Cairo Train Schedule

Trains from Ballana to Cairo
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 91 Russian
12:00 AM Ballana
2:55 PM Cairo
14h 55m 38 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 150 EGP
846 km Stops at main towns as far as Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut
Train 833 Russian
12:39 AM Ballana
5:15 PM Cairo
16h 36m 54 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 150 EGP
846 km Express — main towns
Train 81 AC Russian
4:58 AM Ballana
9:20 PM Cairo
16h 22m 56 stops
  • Third Class AC 250 EGP
846 km Express — main towns
Train 163 Russian
1:00 PM Ballana
3:45 AM Cairo
14h 45m 36 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 150 EGP
846 km Stops at main towns as far as Asyut · Express, provincial capitals as far as Cairo · Express, main towns as far as Alexandria
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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.

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FAQ — Ballana to Cairo Trains

Are there trains from Ballana to Cairo throughout the day?

Yes, there are 4 trains daily between Ballana and Cairo, spread across the day: 1 midday/afternoon, 3 at night. The first train departs at 12:00 AM and the last at 1:00 PM.

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

The fastest train is Russian #163, departing at 1:00 PM with a journey time of 14h 45m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#833) takes 16h 36m — a difference of 1h 51m, as it stops at 54 stations versus 36.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Ballana to Cairo?

The cheapest tickets start from 150 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 150 EGP, Third Class AC: 250 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Ballana to Cairo?

1 of 4 trains on this route is air-conditioned: train 81, while trains 91, 833, 163 run non-AC classes.

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

The AC trains here (1 of 4) are best booked a day ahead in peak seasons via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg; buying at the Ballana station counter also works.

How many stops are there between Ballana and Cairo?

Stops range from 36 (train 163 — the fewest) to 56 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.