Cairo to Balyana Train Schedule & Prices
According to Egypt Trains, there are 16 trains daily from Cairo to Balyana.
Departures from 12:05 AM to 10:10 PM. Journey time from 7h 40m.
- Trains16 /day
- First12:05 AM
- Last10:10 PM
- Duration7h 40m
- Farefrom 105 EGP (cheapest) to 350 EGP (highest)
- Fastest1014 Russian
Cairo to Balyana Train Schedule
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| Train | Schedule | Duration | Stops | Prices | Distance | Note | Trip details |
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| Train 1010 AC Russian | 12:05 AM Cairo 8:18 AM Balyana | 8h 13m |
| Express, major stations only as far as Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut | Train 1010 Stops
Train 1010 PhotosTrain 1010 Services
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| Train 974 Russian | 5:20 AM Cairo 3:15 PM Balyana | 9h 55m |
| Express — main towns | Train 974 Stops
Train 974 PhotosTrain 974 Services
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| Train 980 VIP | 8:00 AM Cairo 3:56 PM Balyana | 7h 56m |
| Express, provincial capitals as far as Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut | Train 980 Stops
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| Train 3008 AC Russian | 8:40 AM Cairo 4:43 PM Balyana | 8h 3m |
| Express — main towns | Train 3008 Stops
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| Train 80 Russian | 9:00 AM Cairo 7:18 PM Balyana | 10h 18m |
| Express — main towns | Train 80 Stops
Train 80 PhotosTrain 80 Services
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| Train 1004 AC Russian | 9:30 AM Cairo 5:26 PM Balyana | 7h 56m |
| Express — main towns | Train 1004 Stops
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| Train 982 VIP | 12:00 PM Cairo 8:03 PM Balyana | 8h 3m |
| Express, provincial capitals as far as Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut | Train 982 Stops
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| Train 160 AC Russian | 12:15 PM Cairo 9:31 PM Balyana | 9h 16m |
| Express — main towns | Train 160 Stops
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| Train 986 AC Spanish | 2:00 PM Cairo 10:02 PM Balyana | 8h 2m |
| Express, main towns as far as Asyut · Stops at main towns after Asyut | Train 986 Stops
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| Train 164 Russian | 3:30 PM Cairo 11:58 PM Balyana | 8h 28m |
| 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 188 Russian | 6:00 PM Cairo 3:52 AM Balyana | 9h 52m |
| Express — main towns | Train 188 Stops
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| Train 1014 Russian | 6:50 PM Cairo 2:30 AM Balyana | 7h 40m |
| Express — main towns | Train 1014 Stops
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| Train 976 VIP | 8:00 PM Cairo 3:45 AM Balyana | 7h 45m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 976 Stops
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| Train 1012 AC Russian | 8:20 PM Cairo 5:01 AM Balyana | 8h 41m |
| Express — main towns | Train 1012 Stops
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| Train 88 AC Spanish | 9:25 PM Cairo 5:18 AM Balyana | 7h 53m |
| 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 90 Russian | 10:10 PM Cairo 6:56 AM Balyana | 8h 46m |
| Express, main towns as far as Asyut · Stops at main towns after Asyut | Train 90 Stops
Train 90 PhotosTrain 90 Services
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Track Cairo → Balyana trains live — position and delay
Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.
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FAQ — Cairo to Balyana Trains
Are there trains from Cairo to Balyana throughout the day?
What is the fastest train from Cairo to Balyana and how long does it take?
The fastest train is Russian #1014, departing at 6:50 PM with a journey time of 7h 40m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#80) takes 10h 18m — a difference of 2h 38m, as it stops at 36 stations versus 11.
What is the cheapest train ticket from Cairo to Balyana?
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 Cairo to Balyana?
10 of 16 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 1010, 980, 3008, 1004, 982, 160, 986, 976, 1012, 88, while trains 974, 80, 164, 188, 1014, 90 run non-AC classes. Top class available: VIP.
Should I book the Cairo — Balyana 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 Balyana?
Stops range from 10 (train 976 — the fewest) to 37 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.