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Cairo to Sheikh Zayed trips schedule

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Cairo to Sheikh Zayed Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 2 trains daily from Cairo to Sheikh Zayed.
Departures from 11:30 AM to 2:40 PM. Journey time from 3h 7m.

  • Trains2 /day
  • First11:30 AM
  • Last2:40 PM
  • Duration3h 7m
  • Farefrom 55 EGP (cheapest) to 80 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest955 AC Russian

Cairo to Sheikh Zayed Train Schedule

Trains from Cairo to Sheikh Zayed
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 951 Russian
11:30 AM Cairo
2:50 PM Sheikh Zayed
3h 20m 12 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 55 EGP
162 km Express — major stations only
Train 955 AC Russian
2:40 PM Cairo
5:47 PM Sheikh Zayed
3h 7m 11 stops
  • Third Class AC 80 EGP
162 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 Sheikh Zayed Trains

Are there trains from Cairo to Sheikh Zayed throughout the day?

Yes, there are 2 trains daily between Cairo and Sheikh Zayed, spread across the day: 1 in the morning, 1 midday/afternoon. The first train departs at 11:30 AM and the last at 2:40 PM.

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

The fastest train is AC Russian #955, departing at 2:40 PM with a journey time of 3h 7m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#951) takes 3h 20m — a difference of 13m, as it stops at 12 stations versus 11.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Cairo to Sheikh Zayed?

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 Sheikh Zayed?

1 of 2 trains on this route is air-conditioned: train 955, while train 951 runs non-AC classes.

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

The AC trains here (1 of 2) 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 Sheikh Zayed?

Stops range from 11 (train 955 — the fewest) to 12 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.