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Cairo to Ismailia trips schedule

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Cairo to Ismailia Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 10 trains daily from Cairo to Ismailia.
Departures from 4:50 AM to 9:45 PM. Journey time from 2h 40m.

  • Trains10 /day
  • First4:50 AM
  • Last9:45 PM
  • Duration2h 40m
  • Farefrom 55 EGP (cheapest) to 80 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest3015 AC Russian

Cairo to Ismailia Train Schedule

Trains from Cairo to Ismailia
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 3015 AC Russian
4:50 AM Cairo
7:30 AM Ismailia
2h 40m 4 stops
  • Third Class AC 80 EGP
158 km Express — major stations only
Train 593 Russian
5:00 AM Cairo
8:10 AM Ismailia
3h 10m 11 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 55 EGP
158 km Express — main towns
Train 945 Russian
6:10 AM Cairo
9:03 AM Ismailia
2h 53m 6 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 55 EGP
158 km Express — major stations only
Train 1113 AC Russian
7:25 AM Cairo
11:00 AM Ismailia
3h 35m 20 stops
  • Third Class AC 80 EGP
158 km Express — main towns · Carries passengers between Banha and Zagazig
Train 185 AC Russian
9:10 AM Cairo
11:54 AM Ismailia
2h 44m 7 stops
  • Third Class AC 80 EGP
158 km Express — major stations only
Train 951 Russian
11:30 AM Cairo
2:40 PM Ismailia
3h 10m 11 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 55 EGP
158 km Express — major stations only
Train 955 AC Russian
2:40 PM Cairo
5:39 PM Ismailia
2h 59m 10 stops
  • Third Class AC 80 EGP
158 km Express — main towns · Includes a car reserved for armed-forces personnel
Train 961 AC Russian
5:40 PM Cairo
8:35 PM Ismailia
2h 55m 8 stops
  • Third Class AC 80 EGP
158 km Express — major stations only · Starts from El-Sharq platform
Train 959 AC Russian
7:50 PM Cairo
10:50 PM Ismailia
3h 10 stops
  • Third Class AC 80 EGP
158 km Express — major stations only
Train 963 Russian
9:45 PM Cairo
12:50 AM Ismailia
3h 5m 9 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 55 EGP
158 km Express — major stations only · Starts from El-Sharq platform
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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.

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FAQ — Cairo to Ismailia Trains

Are there trains from Cairo to Ismailia throughout the day?

Yes, there are 10 trains daily between Cairo and Ismailia, spread across the day: 5 in the morning, 1 midday/afternoon, 3 in the evening, 1 at night. The first train departs at 4:50 AM and the last at 9:45 PM.

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

The fastest train is AC Russian #3015, departing at 4:50 AM with a journey time of 2h 40m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#1113) takes 3h 35m — a difference of 55m, as it stops at 20 stations versus 4.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Cairo to Ismailia?

The cheapest tickets start from 55 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 55 EGP, Third Class AC: 80 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Cairo to Ismailia?

6 of 10 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 3015, 1113, 185, 955, 961, 959, while trains 593, 945, 951, 963 run non-AC classes.

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

The AC trains here (6 of 10) 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 Ismailia?

Stops range from 4 (train 3015 — the fewest) to 20 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.