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Cairo to Sibaiyyah trips schedule

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Cairo to Sibaiyyah Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 8 trains daily from Cairo to Sibaiyyah.
Departures from 12:05 AM to 10:10 PM. Journey time from 11h 36m.

  • Trains8 /day
  • First12:05 AM
  • Last10:10 PM
  • Duration11h 36m
  • Farefrom 130 EGP (cheapest) to 440 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest3008 AC Russian

Cairo to Sibaiyyah Train Schedule

Trains from Cairo to Sibaiyyah
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 1010 AC Russian
12:05 AM Cairo
12:14 PM Sibaiyyah
12h 9m 23 stops
  • Third Class AC 230 EGP
743 km Express, major stations only as far as Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut
Train 980 VIP
8:00 AM Cairo
8:02 PM Sibaiyyah
12h 2m 23 stops
  • Second Class AC 290 EGP
  • First Class AC 440 EGP
743 km Express, provincial capitals as far as Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut
Train 3008 AC Russian
8:40 AM Cairo
8:16 PM Sibaiyyah
11h 36m 20 stops
  • Third Class AC 230 EGP
743 km Express — main towns
Train 80 Russian
9:00 AM Cairo
11:32 PM Sibaiyyah
14h 32m 49 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 130 EGP
743 km Express — main towns
Train 164 Russian
3:30 PM Cairo
5:12 AM Sibaiyyah
13h 42m 27 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 130 EGP
743 km Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Express, provincial capitals as far as Asyut · Stops at main towns as far as Aswan
Train 188 Russian
6:00 PM Cairo
8:05 AM Sibaiyyah
14h 5m 34 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 130 EGP
743 km Express — main towns
Train 88 AC Spanish
9:25 PM Cairo
9:14 AM Sibaiyyah
11h 49m 26 stops
  • Second Class AC 290 EGP
  • First Class AC 440 EGP
743 km Express, provincial capitals as far as Cairo · Express, major stations only as far as Asyut · Express, main towns as far as Aswan
Train 90 Russian
10:10 PM Cairo
11:09 AM Sibaiyyah
12h 59m 31 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 130 EGP
743 km Express, main towns as far as Asyut · Stops at main towns after Asyut
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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.

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FAQ — Cairo to Sibaiyyah Trains

Are there trains from Cairo to Sibaiyyah throughout the day?

Yes, there are 8 trains daily between Cairo and Sibaiyyah, spread across the day: 3 in the morning, 1 midday/afternoon, 2 in the evening, 2 at night. The first train departs at 12:05 AM and the last at 10:10 PM.

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

The fastest train is AC Russian #3008, departing at 8:40 AM with a journey time of 11h 36m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#80) takes 14h 32m — a difference of 2h 56m, as it stops at 49 stations versus 20.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Cairo to Sibaiyyah?

The cheapest tickets start from 130 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 130 EGP, Third Class AC: 230 EGP, Second Class AC: 290 EGP, First Class AC: 440 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Cairo to Sibaiyyah?

4 of 8 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 1010, 980, 3008, 88, while trains 80, 164, 188, 90 run non-AC classes. Top class available: VIP.

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

VIP trains on this route sell out fast in peak seasons — book ahead via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg. The regular trains (4 on this route) usually have same-day tickets at the Cairo station counter.

How many stops are there between Cairo and Sibaiyyah?

Stops range from 20 (train 3008 — the fewest) to 49 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.