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Cairo to Damietta trips schedule

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Cairo to Damietta Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 4 trains daily from Cairo to Damietta.
Departures from 5:15 AM to 7:20 PM. Journey time from 4h 15m.

  • Trains4 /day
  • First5:15 AM
  • Last7:20 PM
  • Duration4h 15m
  • Farefrom 60 EGP (cheapest) to 110 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest965 AC Spanish + Improved

Cairo to Damietta Train Schedule

Trains from Cairo to Damietta
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 941 AC Russian + Russian
5:15 AM Cairo
10:15 AM Damietta
5h 17 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP
  • Third Class AC 90 EGP
215 km Express — main towns · Travels via the Zagazig / Hihya line
Train 965 AC Spanish + Improved
7:15 AM Cairo
11:30 AM Damietta
4h 15m 9 stops
  • Third Class Tahia 60 EGP
  • Second Class AC 110 EGP
205 km Express — main towns
Train 967 Russian
9:30 AM Cairo
1:50 PM Damietta
4h 20m 13 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP
205 km Express — main towns
Train 969 AC Russian
7:20 PM Cairo
12:00 AM Damietta
4h 40m 13 stops
  • Third Class AC 90 EGP
205 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 — Cairo to Damietta Trains

Are there trains from Cairo to Damietta throughout the day?

Yes, there are 4 trains daily between Cairo and Damietta, spread across the day: 3 in the morning, 1 in the evening. The first train departs at 5:15 AM and the last at 7:20 PM.

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

The fastest train is AC Spanish + Improved #965, departing at 7:15 AM with a journey time of 4h 15m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#941) takes 5h — a difference of 45m, as it stops at 17 stations versus 9.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Cairo to Damietta?

The cheapest tickets start from 60 EGP for Third Class Tahia class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class Tahia: 60 EGP, Third Class (Fan): 65 EGP, Third Class AC: 90 EGP, Second Class AC: 110 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Cairo to Damietta?

3 of 4 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 941, 965, 969, while train 967 runs non-AC classes.

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

The AC trains here (3 of 4) are best booked a day ahead in peak seasons via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg; buying at the Cairo station counter also works.

How many stops are there between Cairo and Damietta?

Stops range from 9 (train 965 — the fewest) to 17 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.