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Esna to Cairo Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 20 trains daily from Esna to Cairo.
Departures from 1:24 AM to 11:38 PM. Journey time from 10h 8m.

  • Trains20 /day
  • First1:24 AM
  • Last11:38 PM
  • Duration10h 8m
  • Farefrom 130 EGP (cheapest) to 580 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest2015 Abu Al-Hol

Esna to Cairo Train Schedule

Trains from Esna to Cairo
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 989 AC Spanish
1:24 AM Esna
11:40 AM Cairo
10h 16m 10 stops
  • Second Class AC 290 EGP
  • First Class AC 430 EGP
724 km Express — major stations only
Train 1011 AC Russian
1:39 AM Esna
1:20 PM Cairo
11h 41m 21 stops
  • Third Class AC 230 EGP
724 km Express — major stations only
Train 91 Russian
2:19 AM Esna
2:55 PM Cairo
12h 36m 29 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 130 EGP
724 km Stops at main towns as far as Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut
Train 833 Russian
2:57 AM Esna
5:15 PM Cairo
14h 18m 46 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 130 EGP
724 km Express — main towns
Train 3025 AC Russian
6:28 AM Esna
4:45 PM Cairo
10h 17m 9 stops
  • Third Class AC 230 EGP
724 km Express — major stations only
Train 81 AC Russian
7:17 AM Esna
9:20 PM Cairo
14h 3m 45 stops
  • Third Class AC 230 EGP
724 km Express — main towns
Train 2011 Premium + VIP
7:49 AM Esna
6:05 PM Cairo
10h 16m 9 stops
  • Second Class AC 290 EGP
  • First Class AC 430 EGP
  • PREMIUM VIP 580 EGP
724 km Express — major stations only
Train 981 VIP
8:08 AM Esna
7:40 PM Cairo
11h 32m 22 stops
  • Second Class AC 290 EGP
  • First Class AC 430 EGP
724 km Express, main towns as far as Asyut · Express, provincial capitals after Asyut
Train 983 VIP
9:53 AM Esna
9:45 PM Cairo
11h 52m 25 stops
  • Second Class AC 290 EGP
  • First Class AC 430 EGP
724 km Express — main towns
Train 163 Russian
3:22 PM Esna
3:45 AM Cairo
12h 23m 26 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 130 EGP
724 km Stops at main towns as far as Asyut · Express, provincial capitals as far as Cairo · Express, main towns as far as Alexandria
Train 1013 Russian
4:11 PM Esna
4:00 AM Cairo
11h 49m 24 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 130 EGP
724 km Express — main towns
Train 2013 AC Russian
4:49 PM Esna
3:10 AM Cairo
10h 21m 9 stops
  • Third Class AC 230 EGP
724 km Express — major stations only
Train 2007 Abu Al-Hol
5:32 PM Esna
4:10 AM Cairo
10h 38m 10 stops
  • Second Class AC 400 EGP
724 km Express — major stations only
Train 2015 Abu Al-Hol
6:17 PM Esna
4:25 AM Cairo
10h 8m 8 stops
  • Second Class AC 400 EGP
724 km Express — major stations only
Train 1903 AC Russian
7:19 PM Esna
5:55 AM Cairo
10h 36m 12 stops
  • Third Class AC 230 EGP
724 km Express, main towns as far as Asyut · Runs non-stop after Asyut
Train 1015 Russian
7:53 PM Esna
8:00 AM Cairo
12h 7m 26 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 130 EGP
724 km Express — main towns
Train 187 Russian
9:17 PM Esna
9:40 AM Cairo
12h 23m 32 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 130 EGP
724 km Express — main towns
Train 1009 AC Russian
9:39 PM Esna
8:10 AM Cairo
10h 31m 15 stops
  • Third Class AC 230 EGP
724 km Express — major stations only
Train 997 Premium + VIP
11:09 PM Esna
9:55 AM Cairo
10h 46m 9 stops
  • Second Class AC 290 EGP
  • First Class AC 430 EGP
  • PREMIUM VIP 580 EGP
724 km Express — major stations only
Train 89 AC Spanish
11:38 PM Esna
11:05 AM Cairo
11h 27m 25 stops
  • Second Class AC 290 EGP
  • First Class AC 430 EGP
724 km Express, main towns as far as Asyut · Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Express, provincial capitals as far as Alexandria
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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.

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FAQ — Esna to Cairo Trains

Are there trains from Esna to Cairo throughout the day?

Yes, there are 20 trains daily between Esna and Cairo, spread across the day: 5 in the morning, 3 midday/afternoon, 6 in the evening, 6 at night. The first train departs at 1:24 AM and the last at 11:38 PM.

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

The fastest train is Abu Al-Hol #2015, departing at 6:17 PM with a journey time of 10h 8m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#833) takes 14h 18m — a difference of 4h 10m, as it stops at 46 stations versus 8.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Esna to Cairo?

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: 430 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Esna to Cairo?

14 of 20 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 989, 1011, 3025, 81, 2011, 981, 983, 2013, 2007, 2015, 1903, 1009, 997, 89, while trains 91, 833, 163, 1013, 1015, 187 run non-AC classes. Top class available: Premium or VIP or Abu Al-Hol.

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

Premium or VIP or Abu Al-Hol trains on this route sell out fast in peak seasons — book ahead via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg. The regular trains (6 on this route) usually have same-day tickets at the Esna station counter.

How many stops are there between Esna and Cairo?

Stops range from 8 (train 2015 — the fewest) to 46 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.