Cairo to Tanta Train Schedule & Ticket Prices

Train schedule from Cairo to Tanta today:

• Morning train: The first train departs at 3:00 AM.
• Evening train: The last train departs at 11:10 PM.

We always recommend checking the updated schedule at the top of the page on your travel day to find the most suitable time for you.

Ticket prices vary based on class and train type:

• Third Class (Fan) ticket price: 30 EGP (lowest price).
• Second Class AC ticket price: 150 EGP (highest price).

For the exact price, you can review the prices shown for each train in the schedule above. Note that for some trains, prices can only be confirmed at the station.

The duration varies by train type and number of stops. The fastest train on the Cairo to Tanta route takes approximately 1h.

You can see the duration for each trip on the train card in the schedule above.

The best ways to book tickets for the Cairo to Tanta train to avoid crowds and secure a seat are:

• Mobile App (ENR Tickets): The best, fastest, and easiest option.
• Official ENR Website: Allows booking and online payment with a visa card.
• Station Ticket Office: The primary and guaranteed method.

When booking online, the system often allows you to choose your seat from a coach map:

• Window seats: Ideal for avoiding passenger traffic and enjoying the scenery.
• Aisle seats: Provide greater ease of movement.

Yes, you can cancel the ticket and get a partial refund before the train's departure time according to ENR's terms, with a percentage deducted as an administrative fee. After the train departs, the ticket cannot be refunded.

• Canceling well in advance (e.g., 24-48 hours) may allow for a larger refund.
• The closer the cancellation is to the departure time, the higher the deduction.
• Changes may be allowed once, possibly with a fare difference payment.

No, it's not necessary. The Egyptian National Railways authority uses e-tickets. Simply show the ticket on your phone screen and your National ID to the train inspector upon request.

The authority offers discounts for specific groups when booking from the ticket office with official documents, including:

• Seniors (over 60)
• People with disabilities and their companions
• Cancer patients and their companions (free tickets)
• Military and police personnel
• Journalists
• Children under 12 (half ticket)
• Railway employees

If you board the train without a ticket, the inspector will collect the ticket price plus an immediate fine, the amount of which varies by train type. Therefore, it is always better to buy your ticket before boarding.

Fines for riding without a ticket in Egypt range from 15 EGP to 70 EGP. For instance, the fine on suburban trains is 15 EGP, while on air-conditioned and VIP trains it reaches 70 EGP. Refusal to pay the fine results in referral to public prosecution.

Fine details by train type:

• Suburban trains: 15 EGP fine.
• Regular Third Class trains: Up to 30 EGP fine.
• Tahya Misr trains: Up to 20 EGP fine.
• Third Class (Ventilated) trains: 50 EGP fine.
• Air-Conditioned trains (e.g., Spanish, French, VIP): Up to 70 EGP fine.
• Sleeper trains: Up to 70 EGP fine.

Important Notes:

• Fines are applied on all railway lines (Upper and Lower Egypt).
• If a passenger refuses to pay the fine, they will be referred to public prosecution.
• Remember to keep your ticket until you exit the station, as failing to present it can result in an additional fine.

You can find the platform number by:

• Checking the electronic display screens inside the station.
• Listening to the announcements from the speakers.
• Asking the staff at the information desk.

It is advisable to arrive at the station 30 minutes before departure.

Each passenger can bring reasonable personal luggage (one or two bags) and place it in the designated areas on the overhead rack or at the ends of the coaches, provided it does not obstruct other passengers.

• Luggage: Must remain under your personal care.
• Prohibited items: Hazardous materials, flammable liquids, weapons, any illegal substances, or pets.

"Regular" is the official term used by the railway authority to refer to a standard full-price ticket for an adult passenger who does not belong to any of the discount-eligible categories.