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Cairo to Abo Tij trips schedule

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Cairo to Abo Tij Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 16 trains daily from Cairo to Abo Tij.
Departures from 12:05 AM to 10:10 PM. Journey time from 5h 14m.

  • Trains16 /day
  • First12:05 AM
  • Last10:10 PM
  • Duration5h 14m
  • Farefrom 100 EGP (cheapest) to 300 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest1902 AC Spanish

Cairo to Abo Tij Train Schedule

Trains from Cairo to Abo Tij
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 1010 AC Russian
12:05 AM Cairo
5:59 AM Abo Tij
5h 54m 8 stops
  • Third Class AC 170 EGP
399 km Express, major stations only as far as Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut
Train 1902 AC Spanish
12:20 AM Cairo
5:34 AM Abo Tij
5h 14m 3 stops
  • Second Class AC 230 EGP
  • First Class AC 300 EGP
399 km Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Runs non-stop from Giza to Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut
Train 974 Russian
5:20 AM Cairo
1:00 PM Abo Tij
7h 40m 28 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP
399 km Express — main towns
Train 980 VIP
8:00 AM Cairo
1:44 PM Abo Tij
5h 44m 5 stops
  • Second Class AC 230 EGP
  • First Class AC 300 EGP
399 km Express, provincial capitals as far as Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut
Train 80 Russian
9:00 AM Cairo
4:50 PM Abo Tij
7h 50m 26 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP
399 km Express — main towns
Train 1004 AC Russian
9:30 AM Cairo
3:08 PM Abo Tij
5h 38m 7 stops
  • Third Class AC 170 EGP
399 km Express — main towns
Train 158 Russian
10:35 AM Cairo
5:22 PM Abo Tij
6h 47m 16 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP
399 km Express, provincial capitals as far as Cairo · Express, main towns as far as Luxor
Train 982 VIP
12:00 PM Cairo
5:44 PM Abo Tij
5h 44m 7 stops
  • Second Class AC 230 EGP
  • First Class AC 300 EGP
399 km Express, provincial capitals as far as Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut
Train 160 AC Russian
12:15 PM Cairo
7:15 PM Abo Tij
7h 18 stops
  • Third Class AC 170 EGP
399 km Express — main towns
Train 186 AC Russian
1:30 PM Cairo
8:16 PM Abo Tij
6h 46m 12 stops
  • Third Class AC 170 EGP
399 km Express — major stations only
Train 986 AC Spanish
2:00 PM Cairo
7:54 PM Abo Tij
5h 54m 9 stops
  • Second Class AC 230 EGP
  • First Class AC 300 EGP
399 km Express, main towns as far as Asyut · Stops at main towns after Asyut
Train 164 Russian
3:30 PM Cairo
9:35 PM Abo Tij
6h 5m 6 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP
399 km Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Express, provincial capitals as far as Asyut · Stops at main towns as far as Aswan
Train 990 AC French
4:00 PM Cairo
10:55 PM Abo Tij
6h 55m 17 stops
  • Second Class AC 230 EGP
  • First Class AC 300 EGP
399 km Express — major stations only
Train 188 Russian
6:00 PM Cairo
1:01 AM Abo Tij
7h 1m 13 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP
399 km Express — main towns
Train 1012 AC Russian
8:20 PM Cairo
2:59 AM Abo Tij
6h 39m 10 stops
  • Third Class AC 170 EGP
399 km Express — main towns
Train 90 Russian
10:10 PM Cairo
4:30 AM Abo Tij
6h 20m 10 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP
399 km Express, main towns as far as Asyut · Stops at main towns after Asyut
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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.

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FAQ — Cairo to Abo Tij Trains

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

Yes, there are 16 trains daily between Cairo and Abo Tij, spread across the day: 5 in the morning, 6 midday/afternoon, 2 in the evening, 3 at night. The first train departs at 12:05 AM and the last at 10:10 PM.

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

The fastest train is AC Spanish #1902, departing at 12:20 AM with a journey time of 5h 14m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#80) takes 7h 50m — a difference of 2h 36m, as it stops at 26 stations versus 3.

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

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 Cairo to Abo Tij?

10 of 16 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 1010, 1902, 980, 1004, 982, 160, 186, 986, 990, 1012, while trains 974, 80, 158, 164, 188, 90 run non-AC classes. Top class available: VIP.

Should I book the Cairo — Abo Tij 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 (6 on this route) usually have same-day tickets at the Cairo station counter.

How many stops are there between Cairo and Abo Tij?

Stops range from 3 (train 1902 — the fewest) to 28 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.