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Cairo to Qantara Gharb trips schedule

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Cairo to Qantara Gharb Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 5 trains daily from Cairo to Qantara Gharb.
Departures from 4:50 AM to 2:40 PM. Journey time from 3h 14m.

  • Trains5 /day
  • First4:50 AM
  • Last2:40 PM
  • Duration3h 14m
  • Farefrom 55 EGP (cheapest) to 90 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest185 AC Russian

Cairo to Qantara Gharb Train Schedule

Trains from Cairo to Qantara Gharb
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 3015 AC Russian
4:50 AM Cairo
8:06 AM Qantara Gharb
3h 16m 5 stops
  • Third Class AC 90 EGP
192 km Express — major stations only
Train 945 Russian
6:10 AM Cairo
9:37 AM Qantara Gharb
3h 27m 7 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 55 EGP
192 km Express — major stations only
Train 185 AC Russian
9:10 AM Cairo
12:24 PM Qantara Gharb
3h 14m 8 stops
  • Third Class AC 90 EGP
192 km Express — major stations only
Train 951 Russian
11:30 AM Cairo
3:15 PM Qantara Gharb
3h 45m 13 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 55 EGP
192 km Express — major stations only
Train 955 AC Russian
2:40 PM Cairo
6:11 PM Qantara Gharb
3h 31m 12 stops
  • Third Class AC 90 EGP
192 km Express — main towns · Includes a car reserved for armed-forces personnel
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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.

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FAQ — Cairo to Qantara Gharb Trains

Are there trains from Cairo to Qantara Gharb throughout the day?

Yes, there are 5 trains daily between Cairo and Qantara Gharb, spread across the day: 3 in the morning, 1 midday/afternoon, 1 at night. The first train departs at 4:50 AM and the last at 2:40 PM.

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

The fastest train is AC Russian #185, departing at 9:10 AM with a journey time of 3h 14m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#951) takes 3h 45m — a difference of 31m, as it stops at 13 stations versus 8.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Cairo to Qantara Gharb?

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: 90 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Cairo to Qantara Gharb?

3 of 5 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 3015, 185, 955, while trains 945, 951 run non-AC classes.

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

The AC trains here (3 of 5) 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 Qantara Gharb?

Stops range from 5 (train 3015 — the fewest) to 13 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.