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Ismailia to Qantara Gharb trips schedule

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Ismailia to Qantara Gharb Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 11 trains daily from Ismailia to Qantara Gharb.
Departures from 5:35 AM to 9:20 PM. Journey time from 27m.

  • Trains11 /day
  • First5:35 AM
  • Last9:20 PM
  • Duration27m
  • Farefrom 15 EGP (cheapest) to 40 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest945 Russian

Ismailia to Qantara Gharb Train Schedule

Trains from Ismailia to Qantara Gharb
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 285 Improved
5:35 AM Ismailia
6:13 AM Qantara Gharb
38m 3 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
33 km Local — stops at every station
Train 3015 AC Russian
7:35 AM Ismailia
8:06 AM Qantara Gharb
31m Direct
  • Third Class AC 40 EGP
33 km Express — major stations only
Train 287 Improved
7:45 AM Ismailia
8:28 AM Qantara Gharb
43m 3 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
33 km Local — stops at every station
Train 1115 Improved
8:11 AM Ismailia
8:42 AM Qantara Gharb
31m 1 stop
  • Improved 15 EGP
33 km Express — main towns · No service on Fridays or public holidays
Train 3012-3013 AC Russian
8:40 AM Ismailia
9:09 AM Qantara Gharb
29m Direct
  • Third Class AC 40 EGP
33 km Express — major stations only · Continues from Tanta as train 3013
Train 945 Russian
9:10 AM Ismailia
9:37 AM Qantara Gharb
27m Direct
  • Third Class (Fan) 20 EGP
33 km Express — major stations only
Train 588-589 Russian
9:57 AM Ismailia
10:28 AM Qantara Gharb
31m 1 stop
  • Third Class (Fan) 20 EGP
33 km Express — main towns · Continues from Tanta as train 589
Train 185 AC Russian
11:57 AM Ismailia
12:24 PM Qantara Gharb
27m Direct
  • Third Class AC 40 EGP
33 km Express — major stations only
Train 951 Russian
2:45 PM Ismailia
3:15 PM Qantara Gharb
30m 1 stop
  • Third Class (Fan) 20 EGP
33 km Express — major stations only
Train 955 AC Russian
5:42 PM Ismailia
6:11 PM Qantara Gharb
29m 1 stop
  • Third Class AC 40 EGP
33 km Express — main towns · Includes a car reserved for armed-forces personnel
Train 572-573 AC Russian
9:20 PM Ismailia
9:51 PM Qantara Gharb
31m 1 stop
  • Third Class AC 40 EGP
33 km Express — main towns · Includes a car reserved for armed-forces personnel
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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.

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FAQ — Ismailia to Qantara Gharb Trains

Are there trains from Ismailia to Qantara Gharb throughout the day?

Yes, there are 11 trains daily between Ismailia and Qantara Gharb, spread across the day: 8 in the morning, 1 midday/afternoon, 2 in the evening. The first train departs at 5:35 AM and the last at 9:20 PM.

What is the fastest train from Ismailia to Qantara Gharb and how long does it take?

The fastest train is Russian #945, departing at 9:10 AM with a journey time of 27m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#287) takes 43m — a difference of 16m, as it stops at 3 stations versus 0.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Ismailia to Qantara Gharb?

The cheapest tickets start from 15 EGP for Improved class. Prices by class on this route: Improved: 15 EGP, Third Class (Fan): 20 EGP, Third Class AC: 40 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Ismailia to Qantara Gharb?

5 of 11 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 3015, 3012-3013, 185, 955, 572-573, while trains 285, 287, 1115, 945, 588-589, 951 run non-AC classes.

Should I book the Ismailia — Qantara Gharb trip in advance or at the station?

The AC trains here (5 of 11) are best booked a day ahead in peak seasons via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg; buying at the Ismailia station counter also works.

How many stops are there between Ismailia and Qantara Gharb?

Stops range from 0 (train 3015 — the fewest) to 3 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.