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Cairo to Faiyum trips schedule

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Cairo to Faiyum Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 3 trains daily from Cairo to Faiyum.
Departures from 8:45 AM to 7:35 PM. Journey time from 2h 20m.

  • Trains3 /day
  • First8:45 AM
  • Last7:35 PM
  • Duration2h 20m
  • Farefrom 50 EGP (cheapest) to 90 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest1110 Russian

Cairo to Faiyum Train Schedule

Trains from Cairo to Faiyum
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 142 Russian
8:45 AM Cairo
12:10 PM Faiyum
3h 25m 17 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 50 EGP
130 km Stops at main towns
Train 1110 Russian
3:45 PM Cairo
6:05 PM Faiyum
2h 20m 4 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 50 EGP
130 km Express — major stations only
Train 196 AC Russian
7:35 PM Cairo
10:00 PM Faiyum
2h 25m 4 stops
  • Third Class AC 90 EGP
130 km Express — major stations only
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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.

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FAQ — Cairo to Faiyum Trains

Are there trains from Cairo to Faiyum throughout the day?

Yes, there are 3 trains daily between Cairo and Faiyum, spread across the day: 1 in the morning, 1 midday/afternoon, 1 in the evening. The first train departs at 8:45 AM and the last at 7:35 PM.

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

The fastest train is Russian #1110, departing at 3:45 PM with a journey time of 2h 20m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#142) takes 3h 25m — a difference of 1h 5m, as it stops at 17 stations versus 4.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Cairo to Faiyum?

The cheapest tickets start from 50 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 50 EGP, Third Class AC: 90 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Cairo to Faiyum?

1 of 3 trains on this route is air-conditioned: train 196, while trains 142, 1110 run non-AC classes.

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

The AC trains here (1 of 3) 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 Faiyum?

Stops range from 4 (train 1110 — the fewest) to 17 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.