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Cairo to Shirbin trips schedule

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Cairo to Shirbin Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 5 trains daily from Cairo to Shirbin.
Departures from 5:15 AM to 7:20 PM. Journey time from 3h 25m.

  • Trains5 /day
  • First5:15 AM
  • Last7:20 PM
  • Duration3h 25m
  • Farefrom 45 EGP (cheapest) to 90 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest965 AC Spanish + Improved

Cairo to Shirbin Train Schedule

Trains from Cairo to Shirbin
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 941 AC Russian + Russian
5:15 AM Cairo
9:25 AM Shirbin
4h 10m 15 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 55 EGP
  • Third Class AC 90 EGP
175 km Express — main towns · Travels via the Zagazig / Hihya line
Train 965 AC Spanish + Improved
7:15 AM Cairo
10:40 AM Shirbin
3h 25m 7 stops
  • Third Class Tahia 45 EGP
  • Second Class AC 90 EGP
164 km Express — main towns
Train 967 Russian
9:30 AM Cairo
12:55 PM Shirbin
3h 25m 10 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 55 EGP
164 km Express — main towns
Train 809 AC Russian + Russian
6:25 PM Cairo
11:20 PM Shirbin
4h 55m 23 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP
  • Third Class AC 90 EGP
213 km Express — main towns · Travels via the Tanta / Qleen / Kafr Sheikh line
Train 969 AC Russian
7:20 PM Cairo
11:05 PM Shirbin
3h 45m 10 stops
  • Third Class AC 80 EGP
164 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 Shirbin Trains

Are there trains from Cairo to Shirbin throughout the day?

Yes, there are 5 trains daily between Cairo and Shirbin, spread across the day: 3 in the morning, 2 in the evening. The first train departs at 5:15 AM and the last at 7:20 PM.

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

The fastest train is AC Spanish + Improved #965, departing at 7:15 AM with a journey time of 3h 25m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#809) takes 4h 55m — a difference of 1h 30m, as it stops at 23 stations versus 7.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Cairo to Shirbin?

The cheapest tickets start from 45 EGP for Third Class Tahia class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class Tahia: 45 EGP, Third Class (Fan): 55 EGP, Third Class AC: 80 EGP, Second Class AC: 90 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Cairo to Shirbin?

4 of 5 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 941, 965, 809, 969, while train 967 runs non-AC classes.

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

The AC trains here (4 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 Shirbin?

Stops range from 7 (train 965 — the fewest) to 23 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.