Burj Arab O to Cairo Train Schedule & Prices
According to Egypt Trains, there are 2 trains daily from Burj Arab O to Cairo.
Departures from 12:07 PM to 5:03 PM. Journey time from 3h 52m.
- Trains2 /day
- First12:07 PM
- Last5:03 PM
- Duration3h 52m
- Farefrom 75 EGP (cheapest) to 150 EGP (highest)
- Fastest1935-1936 AC Russian
Burj Arab O to Cairo Train Schedule
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| Train | Schedule | Duration | Stops | Prices | Distance | Note | Trip details |
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| Train 1208-1209 Russian | 12:07 PM Burj Arab O 5:20 PM Cairo | 5h 13m |
| Stops at main towns as far as Damanhour · Continues from Moharam Beek as train 1208 | Train 1208-1209 Stops
Train 1208-1209 PhotosTrain 1208-1209 Services
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| Train 1935-1936 AC Russian | 5:03 PM Burj Arab O 8:55 PM Cairo | 3h 52m |
| Extra summer service · Runs every day | Train 1935-1936 Stops
Train 1935-1936 PhotosTrain 1935-1936 Services
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Track Burj Arab O → Cairo trains live — position and delay
Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.
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FAQ — Burj Arab O to Cairo Trains
Are there trains from Burj Arab O to Cairo throughout the day?
Yes, there are 2 trains daily between Burj Arab O and Cairo, spread across the day: 1 midday/afternoon, 1 in the evening. The first train departs at 12:07 PM and the last at 5:03 PM.
What is the fastest train from Burj Arab O to Cairo and how long does it take?
The fastest train is AC Russian #1935-1936, departing at 5:03 PM with a journey time of 3h 52m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#1208-1209) takes 5h 13m — a difference of 1h 21m, as it stops at 11 stations versus 4.
What is the cheapest train ticket from Burj Arab O to Cairo?
The cheapest tickets start from 75 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 75 EGP, Third Class AC: 150 EGP.
Which train is most comfortable from Burj Arab O to Cairo?
1 of 2 trains on this route is air-conditioned: train 1935-1936, while train 1208-1209 runs non-AC classes.
Should I book the Burj Arab O — Cairo trip in advance or at the station?
The AC trains here (1 of 2) are best booked a day ahead in peak seasons via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg; buying at the Burj Arab O station counter also works.
How many stops are there between Burj Arab O and Cairo?
Stops range from 4 (train 1935-1936 — the fewest) to 11 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.