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Faiyum to Cairo trips schedule

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Faiyum to Cairo Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 3 trains daily from Faiyum to Cairo.
Departures from 4:30 AM to 12:50 PM. Journey time from 2h 25m.

  • Trains3 /day
  • First4:30 AM
  • Last12:50 PM
  • Duration2h 25m
  • Farefrom 50 EGP (cheapest) to 90 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest1111 Russian

Faiyum to Cairo Train Schedule

Trains from Faiyum to Cairo
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 141 Russian
4:30 AM Faiyum
7:50 AM Cairo
3h 20m 22 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 50 EGP
130 km Local — stops at every station
Train 1109 AC Russian
5:50 AM Faiyum
8:30 AM Cairo
2h 40m 4 stops
  • Third Class AC 90 EGP
130 km Express — major stations only
Train 1111 Russian
12:50 PM Faiyum
3:15 PM Cairo
2h 25m 4 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 50 EGP
130 km Express — major stations only
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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.

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FAQ — Faiyum to Cairo Trains

Are there trains from Faiyum to Cairo throughout the day?

Yes, there are 3 trains daily between Faiyum and Cairo, spread across the day: 1 in the morning, 1 midday/afternoon, 1 at night. The first train departs at 4:30 AM and the last at 12:50 PM.

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

The fastest train is Russian #1111, departing at 12:50 PM with a journey time of 2h 25m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#141) takes 3h 20m — a difference of 55m, as it stops at 22 stations versus 4.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Faiyum to Cairo?

The cheapest tickets start from 50 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 50 EGP, Third Class AC: 90 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Faiyum to Cairo?

1 of 3 trains on this route is air-conditioned: train 1109, while trains 141, 1111 run non-AC classes.

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

The AC trains here (1 of 3) are best booked a day ahead in peak seasons via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg; buying at the Faiyum station counter also works.

How many stops are there between Faiyum and Cairo?

Stops range from 4 (train 1109 — the fewest) to 22 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.