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Balyana to Cairo Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 14 trains daily from Balyana to Cairo.
Departures from 1:07 AM to 11:22 PM. Journey time from 7h 18m.

  • Trains14 /day
  • First1:07 AM
  • Last11:22 PM
  • Duration7h 18m
  • Farefrom 105 EGP (cheapest) to 350 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest977 AC Spanish

Balyana to Cairo Train Schedule

Trains from Balyana to Cairo
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 187 Russian
1:07 AM Balyana
9:40 AM Cairo
8h 33m 22 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 105 EGP
518 km Express — main towns
Train 89 AC Spanish
3:20 AM Balyana
11:05 AM Cairo
7h 45m 15 stops
  • Second Class AC 250 EGP
  • First Class AC 350 EGP
518 km Express, main towns as far as Asyut · Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Express, provincial capitals as far as Alexandria
Train 91 Russian
5:57 AM Balyana
2:55 PM Cairo
8h 58m 19 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 105 EGP
518 km Stops at main towns as far as Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut
Train 833 Russian
6:40 AM Balyana
5:15 PM Cairo
10h 35m 36 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 105 EGP
518 km Express — main towns
Train 987 AC Spanish
7:40 AM Balyana
3:40 PM Cairo
8h 17 stops
  • Second Class AC 250 EGP
  • First Class AC 350 EGP
518 km Stops at main towns as far as Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut
Train 159 AC Russian
8:45 AM Balyana
6:30 PM Cairo
9h 45m 28 stops
  • Third Class AC 180 EGP
518 km Express — main towns
Train 975 Russian
10:37 AM Balyana
9:05 PM Cairo
10h 28m 33 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 105 EGP
518 km Express — main towns
Train 81 AC Russian
11:17 AM Balyana
9:20 PM Cairo
10h 3m 34 stops
  • Third Class AC 180 EGP
518 km Express — main towns
Train 981 VIP
11:55 AM Balyana
7:40 PM Cairo
7h 45m 12 stops
  • Second Class AC 250 EGP
  • First Class AC 350 EGP
518 km Express, main towns as far as Asyut · Express, provincial capitals after Asyut
Train 983 VIP
1:40 PM Balyana
9:45 PM Cairo
8h 5m 15 stops
  • Second Class AC 250 EGP
  • First Class AC 350 EGP
518 km Express — main towns
Train 163 Russian
7:10 PM Balyana
3:45 AM Cairo
8h 35m 16 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 105 EGP
518 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
7:32 PM Balyana
4:00 AM Cairo
8h 28m 17 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 105 EGP
518 km Express — main towns
Train 977 AC Spanish
9:47 PM Balyana
5:05 AM Cairo
7h 18m 10 stops
  • Second Class AC 250 EGP
  • First Class AC 350 EGP
518 km Express — major stations only
Train 1015 Russian
11:22 PM Balyana
8:00 AM Cairo
8h 38m 17 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 105 EGP
518 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 — Balyana to Cairo Trains

Are there trains from Balyana to Cairo throughout the day?

Yes, there are 14 trains daily between Balyana and Cairo, spread across the day: 7 in the morning, 1 midday/afternoon, 3 in the evening, 3 at night. The first train departs at 1:07 AM and the last at 11:22 PM.

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

The fastest train is AC Spanish #977, departing at 9:47 PM with a journey time of 7h 18m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#833) takes 10h 35m — a difference of 3h 17m, as it stops at 36 stations versus 10.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Balyana to Cairo?

The cheapest tickets start from 105 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 105 EGP, Third Class AC: 180 EGP, Second Class AC: 250 EGP, First Class AC: 350 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Balyana to Cairo?

7 of 14 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 89, 987, 159, 81, 981, 983, 977, while trains 187, 91, 833, 975, 163, 1013, 1015 run non-AC classes. Top class available: VIP.

Should I book the Balyana — 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 Balyana station counter.

How many stops are there between Balyana and Cairo?

Stops range from 10 (train 977 — the fewest) to 36 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.