Cairo to Sohag Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 38 trains daily from Cairo to Sohag.
Departures from 12:05 AM to 11:25 PM. Journey time from 6h 5m.

Trains38 /day
First12:05 AM
Last11:25 PM
Duration6h 5m
Farefrom 100 EGP (cheapest) to 2678 EGP (highest)
Fastest2030 Talgo

Trains from Cairo to Sohag
Train	Schedule	Duration	Stops	Prices	Distance	Note
Train 1010 AC Russian	12:05 AM Cairo 7:10 AM Sohag	7h 5m	12 stops	Third Class AC 180 EGP	467 km	Express, major stations only as far as Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut

Train 1902 AC Spanish	12:20 AM Cairo 6:50 AM Sohag	6h 30m	7 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 330 EGP	467 km	Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Runs non-stop from Giza to Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut
Train 3006 AC Russian	12:50 AM Cairo 7:25 AM Sohag	6h 35m	7 stops	Third Class AC 180 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only
Train 934 AC Spanish	1:10 AM Cairo 7:55 AM Sohag	6h 45m	7 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 330 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only
Train 974 Russian	5:20 AM Cairo 2:20 PM Sohag	9h	33 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	467 km	Express — main towns
Train 1006 Russian	6:00 AM Cairo 1:05 PM Sohag	7h 5m	13 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only
Train 926 Abu Al-Hol	7:25 AM Cairo 1:35 PM Sohag	6h 10m	4 stops	Second Class AC 300 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only
Train 980 VIP	8:00 AM Cairo 3:00 PM Sohag	7h	9 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 330 EGP	467 km	Express, provincial capitals as far as Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut
Train 3008 AC Russian	8:40 AM Cairo 3:50 PM Sohag	7h 10m	11 stops	Third Class AC 180 EGP	467 km	Express — main towns
Train 80 Russian	9:00 AM Cairo 6:15 PM Sohag	9h 15m	31 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	467 km	Express — main towns
Train 1004 AC Russian	9:30 AM Cairo 4:30 PM Sohag	7h	10 stops	Third Class AC 180 EGP	467 km	Express — main towns
Train 2010 Premium + VIP	10:00 AM Cairo 4:15 PM Sohag	6h 15m	4 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 330 EGP PRIMUM VIP 460 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only
Train 158 Russian	10:35 AM Cairo 6:45 PM Sohag	8h 10m	21 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	467 km	Express, provincial capitals as far as Cairo · Express, main towns as far as Luxor
Train 982 VIP	12:00 PM Cairo 7:05 PM Sohag	7h 5m	12 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 330 EGP	467 km	Express, provincial capitals as far as Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut
Train 160 AC Russian	12:15 PM Cairo 8:35 PM Sohag	8h 20m	23 stops	Third Class AC 180 EGP	467 km	Express — main towns
Train 998 AC French	1:00 PM Cairo 8:15 PM Sohag	7h 15m	9 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 330 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only
Train 186 AC Russian	1:30 PM Cairo 9:40 PM Sohag	8h 10m	17 stops	Third Class AC 180 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only
Train 986 AC Spanish	2:00 PM Cairo 9:05 PM Sohag	7h 5m	13 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 330 EGP	467 km	Express, main towns as far as Asyut · Stops at main towns after Asyut
Train 992 AC French	3:00 PM Cairo 9:55 PM Sohag	6h 55m	4 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 330 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only
Train 164 Russian	3:30 PM Cairo 10:55 PM Sohag	7h 25m	11 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	467 km	Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Express, provincial capitals as far as Asyut · Stops at main towns as far as Aswan
Train 990 AC French	4:00 PM Cairo 12:25 AM Sohag	8h 25m	22 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 330 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only
Train 2006 Abu Al-Hol	5:15 PM Cairo 11:40 PM Sohag	6h 25m	4 stops	Second Class AC 300 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only
Train 2012 AC Russian	5:30 PM Cairo 12:10 AM Sohag	6h 40m	7 stops	Third Class AC 180 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only
Train 188 Russian	6:00 PM Cairo 2:35 AM Sohag	8h 35m	18 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	467 km	Express — main towns
Train 1014 Russian	6:50 PM Cairo 1:45 AM Sohag	6h 55m	9 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	467 km	Express — main towns
Train 2030 Talgo	7:00 PM Cairo 1:05 AM Sohag	6h 5m	4 stops	Second Class AC 400 EGP First Class AC 710 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only
Train 988 AC Russian	7:10 PM Cairo 1:25 AM Sohag	6h 15m	5 stops	Third Class AC 180 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only
Train 976 VIP	8:00 PM Cairo 2:55 AM Sohag	6h 55m	8 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 330 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only
Train 1012 AC Russian	8:20 PM Cairo 4:10 AM Sohag	7h 50m	14 stops	Third Class AC 180 EGP	467 km	Express — main towns
Train 2014 Abu Al-Hol	9:00 PM Cairo 3:25 AM Sohag	6h 25m	4 stops	Second Class AC 300 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only
Train 88 AC Spanish	9:25 PM Cairo 4:20 AM Sohag	6h 55m	12 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 330 EGP	467 km	Express, provincial capitals as far as Cairo · Express, major stations only as far as Asyut · Express, main towns as far as Aswan
Train 890 AC Russian	10:00 PM Cairo 4:45 AM Sohag	6h 45m	10 stops	Third Class AC 180 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only
Train 90 Russian	10:10 PM Cairo 5:50 AM Sohag	7h 40m	15 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	467 km	Express, main towns as far as Asyut · Stops at main towns after Asyut
Train 1088 Abu Al-Hol + Sleep	10:20 PM Cairo 5:25 AM Sohag	7h 5m	3 stops	Second Class AC 300 EGP Double Cabin 1785 EGP Single Cabin 2678 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only · Runs Sunday and Thursday only — sleeper and seated cars
Train 1092 Premium + Sleep	10:40 PM Cairo 4:55 AM Sohag	6h 15m	3 stops	PRIMUM VIP 460 EGP Double Cabin 1260 EGP Single Cabin 1890 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only · Runs Saturday, Monday and Wednesday only
Train 2008 VIP	11:00 PM Cairo 5:05 AM Sohag	6h 5m	3 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 330 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only · Runs non-stop from Giza to Asyut
Train 1008 Russian	11:15 PM Cairo 6:05 AM Sohag	6h 50m	10 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only
Train 996 Premium + VIP	11:25 PM Cairo 6:15 AM Sohag	6h 50m	5 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 330 EGP PRIMUM VIP 460 EGP	467 km	Express — major stations only

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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains. Last updated: 21 September 2026

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FAQ — Cairo to Sohag Trains

Are there trains from Cairo to Sohag throughout the day?

Yes, there are 38 trains daily between Cairo and Sohag, spread across the day: 9 in the morning, 8 midday/afternoon, 10 in the evening, 11 at night. The first train departs at 12:05 AM and the last at 11:25 PM.

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

The fastest train is Talgo #2030, departing at 7:00 PM with a journey time of 6h 5m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#80) takes 9h 15m — a difference of 3h 10m, as it stops at 31 stations versus 4.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Cairo to Sohag?

The cheapest tickets start from 100 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 100 EGP, Third Class AC: 180 EGP, Second Class AC: 230 EGP, First Class AC: 330 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Cairo to Sohag?

29 of 38 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 1010, 1902, 3006, 934, 926, 980, 3008, 1004, 2010, 982, 160, 998, 186, 986, 992, 990, 2006, 2012, 2030, 988, 976, 1012, 2014, 88, 890, 1088, 1092, 2008, 996, while trains 974, 1006, 80, 158, 164, 188, 1014, 90, 1008 run non-AC classes. Top class available: Abu Al-Hol or VIP or Premium or Talgo.

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

Abu Al-Hol or VIP or Premium or Talgo trains on this route sell out fast in peak seasons — book ahead via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg. The regular trains (9 on this route) usually have same-day tickets at the Cairo station counter.

How many stops are there between Cairo and Sohag?

Stops range from 3 (train 1088 — the fewest) to 33 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.

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