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Cairo to Samalut Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 9 trains daily from Cairo to Samalut.
Departures from 1:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Journey time from 3h 20m.

  • Trains9 /day
  • First1:30 AM
  • Last6:00 PM
  • Duration3h 20m
  • Farefrom 65 EGP (cheapest) to 210 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest3502 AC Russian

Cairo to Samalut Train Schedule

Trains from Cairo to Samalut
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 3502 AC Russian
1:30 AM Cairo
4:50 AM Samalut
3h 20m 10 stops
  • Third Class AC 130 EGP
222 km Express — major stations only
Train 974 Russian
5:20 AM Cairo
9:34 AM Samalut
4h 14m 17 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP
222 km Express — main towns
Train 978 AC Russian
6:45 AM Cairo
10:18 AM Samalut
3h 33m 9 stops
  • Third Class AC 130 EGP
222 km Express — major stations only
Train 80 Russian
9:00 AM Cairo
1:23 PM Samalut
4h 23m 14 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP
222 km Express — main towns
Train 160 AC Russian
12:15 PM Cairo
3:47 PM Samalut
3h 32m 9 stops
  • Third Class AC 130 EGP
222 km Express — main towns
Train 162 Russian
2:15 PM Cairo
6:23 PM Samalut
4h 8m 17 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP
222 km Express — main towns
Train 990 AC French
4:00 PM Cairo
7:32 PM Samalut
3h 32m 10 stops
  • Second Class AC 170 EGP
  • First Class AC 210 EGP
222 km Express — major stations only
Train 972 Russian
4:20 PM Cairo
8:33 PM Samalut
4h 13m 13 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP
222 km Express — main towns
Train 188 Russian
6:00 PM Cairo
9:23 PM Samalut
3h 23m 8 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP
222 km Express — main towns
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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.

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FAQ — Cairo to Samalut Trains

Are there trains from Cairo to Samalut throughout the day?

Yes, there are 9 trains daily between Cairo and Samalut, spread across the day: 3 in the morning, 4 midday/afternoon, 1 in the evening, 1 at night. The first train departs at 1:30 AM and the last at 6:00 PM.

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

The fastest train is AC Russian #3502, departing at 1:30 AM with a journey time of 3h 20m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#80) takes 4h 23m — a difference of 1h 3m, as it stops at 14 stations versus 10.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Cairo to Samalut?

The cheapest tickets start from 65 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 65 EGP, Third Class AC: 130 EGP, Second Class AC: 170 EGP, First Class AC: 210 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Cairo to Samalut?

4 of 9 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 3502, 978, 160, 990, while trains 974, 80, 162, 972, 188 run non-AC classes.

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

The AC trains here (4 of 9) 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 Samalut?

Stops range from 8 (train 188 — the fewest) to 17 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.