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Cairo to Kafr Zayat trips schedule

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Cairo to Kafr Zayat Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 14 trains daily from Cairo to Kafr Zayat.
Departures from 5:00 AM to 9:30 PM. Journey time from 1h 46m.

  • Trains14 /day
  • First5:00 AM
  • Last9:30 PM
  • Duration1h 46m
  • Farefrom 35 EGP (cheapest) to 140 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest923 AC Spanish

Cairo to Kafr Zayat Train Schedule

Trains from Cairo to Kafr Zayat
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 119 Russian
5:00 AM Cairo
8:07 AM Kafr Zayat
3h 7m 19 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 50 EGP
125 km Express — main towns · Travels via the Minuf line
Train 903 AC Spanish
6:00 AM Cairo
7:51 AM Kafr Zayat
1h 51m 4 stops
  • Second Class AC 120 EGP
  • First Class AC 140 EGP
104 km Express — major stations only
Train 7 Russian
6:20 AM Cairo
8:22 AM Kafr Zayat
2h 2m 8 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 40 EGP
104 km Express — major stations only
Train 539 Improved
7:20 AM Cairo
11:15 AM Kafr Zayat
3h 55m 36 stops
  • Improved 35 EGP
115 km Local — stops at every station
Train 1211 Russian
10:10 AM Cairo
12:15 PM Kafr Zayat
2h 5m 8 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 40 EGP
104 km Express — major stations only
Train 15 Russian
12:15 PM Cairo
2:07 PM Kafr Zayat
1h 52m 5 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 40 EGP
104 km Express — major stations only
Train 919 AC Spanish
2:25 PM Cairo
4:26 PM Kafr Zayat
2h 1m 4 stops
  • Second Class AC 120 EGP
  • First Class AC 140 EGP
104 km Express — major stations only
Train 21 Russian
3:25 PM Cairo
5:26 PM Kafr Zayat
2h 1m 7 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 40 EGP
104 km Express — major stations only
Train 923 AC Spanish
4:00 PM Cairo
5:46 PM Kafr Zayat
1h 46m 4 stops
  • Second Class AC 120 EGP
  • First Class AC 140 EGP
104 km Express — major stations only
Train 23 Russian
4:30 PM Cairo
6:47 PM Kafr Zayat
2h 17m 7 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 40 EGP
104 km Express — major stations only
Train 557 Improved
6:40 PM Cairo
10:30 PM Kafr Zayat
3h 50m 36 stops
  • Improved 35 EGP
115 km Local — stops at every station · Travels via the Minuf line
Train 931 VIP
8:15 PM Cairo
10:02 PM Kafr Zayat
1h 47m 4 stops
  • Second Class AC 120 EGP
  • First Class AC 140 EGP
104 km Express — major stations only
Train 31 Russian
8:30 PM Cairo
10:21 PM Kafr Zayat
1h 51m 5 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 40 EGP
104 km No service on Fridays or public holidays
Train 29 Russian
9:30 PM Cairo
11:26 PM Kafr Zayat
1h 56m 6 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 40 EGP
104 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 Kafr Zayat Trains

Are there trains from Cairo to Kafr Zayat throughout the day?

Yes, there are 14 trains daily between Cairo and Kafr Zayat, spread across the day: 5 in the morning, 5 midday/afternoon, 4 in the evening. The first train departs at 5:00 AM and the last at 9:30 PM.

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

The fastest train is AC Spanish #923, departing at 4:00 PM with a journey time of 1h 46m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#539) takes 3h 55m — a difference of 2h 9m, as it stops at 36 stations versus 4.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Cairo to Kafr Zayat?

The cheapest tickets start from 35 EGP for Improved class. Prices by class on this route: Improved: 35 EGP, Third Class (Fan): 40 EGP, Second Class AC: 120 EGP, First Class AC: 140 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Cairo to Kafr Zayat?

4 of 14 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 903, 919, 923, 931, while trains 119, 7, 539, 1211, 15, 21, 23, 557, 31, 29 run non-AC classes. Top class available: VIP.

Should I book the Cairo — Kafr Zayat 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 (10 on this route) usually have same-day tickets at the Cairo station counter.

How many stops are there between Cairo and Kafr Zayat?

Stops range from 4 (train 903 — the fewest) to 36 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.