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
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| Train | Schedule | Duration | Stops | Prices | Distance | Note | Trip details |
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| Train 3015 AC Russian | 4:50 AM Cairo 8:06 AM Qantara Gharb | 3h 16m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 3015 Stops
Train 3015 PhotosTrain 3015 Services
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| Train 945 Russian | 6:10 AM Cairo 9:37 AM Qantara Gharb | 3h 27m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 945 Stops
Train 945 PhotosTrain 945 Services
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| Train 185 AC Russian | 9:10 AM Cairo 12:24 PM Qantara Gharb | 3h 14m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 185 Stops
Train 185 PhotosTrain 185 Services
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| Train 951 Russian | 11:30 AM Cairo 3:15 PM Qantara Gharb | 3h 45m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 951 Stops
Train 951 PhotosTrain 951 Services
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| Train 955 AC Russian | 2:40 PM Cairo 6:11 PM Qantara Gharb | 3h 31m |
| Express — main towns · Includes a car reserved for armed-forces personnel | Train 955 Stops
Train 955 PhotosTrain 955 Services
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Track Cairo → Qantara Gharb trains live — position and delay
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.