Kafr Zayat to Cairo Train Schedule & Prices
According to Egypt Trains, there are 18 trains daily from Kafr Zayat to Cairo.
Departures from 4:12 AM to 10:12 PM. Journey time from 1h 30m.
- Trains18 /day
- First4:12 AM
- Last10:12 PM
- Duration1h 30m
- Farefrom 35 EGP (cheapest) to 140 EGP (highest)
- Fastest14 AC Russian
Kafr Zayat to Cairo Train Schedule
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| Train | Schedule | Duration | Stops | Prices | Distance | Note | Trip details |
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| Train 2 Russian | 4:12 AM Kafr Zayat 6:30 AM Cairo | 2h 18m |
| No service on Fridays or public holidays | Train 2 Stops
Train 2 PhotosTrain 2 Services
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| Train 538 Improved | 4:55 AM Kafr Zayat 9:10 AM Cairo | 4h 15m |
| Local — stops at every station · Travels via the Minuf line | Train 538 Stops
Train 538 PhotosTrain 538 Services
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| Train 1108 Russian | 5:02 AM Kafr Zayat 6:55 AM Cairo | 1h 53m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 1108 Stops
Train 1108 PhotosTrain 1108 Services
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| Train 1904 VIP | 6:29 AM Kafr Zayat 8:20 AM Cairo | 1h 51m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 1904 Stops
Train 1904 PhotosTrain 1904 Services
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| Train 8 Russian | 7:02 AM Kafr Zayat 9:15 AM Cairo | 2h 13m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 8 Stops
Train 8 PhotosTrain 8 Services
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| Train 902 AC Spanish | 7:37 AM Kafr Zayat 9:25 AM Cairo | 1h 48m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 902 Stops
Train 902 PhotosTrain 902 Services
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| Train 14 AC Russian | 9:30 AM Kafr Zayat 11:00 AM Cairo | 1h 30m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 14 Stops
Train 14 PhotosTrain 14 Services
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| Train 1212 Russian | 11:16 AM Kafr Zayat 1:35 PM Cairo | 2h 19m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 1212 Stops
Train 1212 PhotosTrain 1212 Services
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| Train 132 Russian | 12:04 PM Kafr Zayat 2:20 PM Cairo | 2h 16m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 132 Stops
Train 132 PhotosTrain 132 Services
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| Train 914 VIP | 2:35 PM Kafr Zayat 4:20 PM Cairo | 1h 45m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 914 Stops
Train 914 PhotosTrain 914 Services
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| Train 18 Russian | 3:05 PM Kafr Zayat 5:15 PM Cairo | 2h 10m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 18 Stops
Train 18 PhotosTrain 18 Services
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| Train 1208-1209 Russian | 3:09 PM Kafr Zayat 5:20 PM Cairo | 2h 11m |
| Stops at main towns as far as Damanhour · Continues from Moharam Beek as train 1208 | Train 1208-1209 Stops
Train 1208-1209 PhotosTrain 1208-1209 Services
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| Train 24 Russian | 4:36 PM Kafr Zayat 6:40 PM Cairo | 2h 4m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 24 Stops
Train 24 PhotosTrain 24 Services
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| Train 922 VIP | 5:05 PM Kafr Zayat 6:50 PM Cairo | 1h 45m |
| Express — provincial capitals | Train 922 Stops
Train 922 PhotosTrain 922 Services
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| Train 118 Russian | 6:58 PM Kafr Zayat 10:20 PM Cairo | 3h 22m |
| Express — main towns · Travels via the Minuf line | Train 118 Stops
Train 118 PhotosTrain 118 Services
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| Train 32 Russian | 8:36 PM Kafr Zayat 10:25 PM Cairo | 1h 49m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 32 Stops
Train 32 PhotosTrain 32 Services
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| Train 1902 AC Spanish | 9:53 PM Kafr Zayat 11:35 PM Cairo | 1h 42m |
| Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Runs non-stop from Giza to Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut | Train 1902 Stops
Train 1902 PhotosTrain 1902 Services
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| Train 28 Russian | 10:12 PM Kafr Zayat 12:15 AM Cairo | 2h 3m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 28 Stops
Train 28 PhotosTrain 28 Services
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Track Kafr Zayat → Cairo trains live — position and delay
Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.
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FAQ — Kafr Zayat to Cairo Trains
Are there trains from Kafr Zayat to Cairo throughout the day?
Yes, there are 18 trains daily between Kafr Zayat and Cairo, spread across the day: 6 in the morning, 5 midday/afternoon, 4 in the evening, 3 at night. The first train departs at 4:12 AM and the last at 10:12 PM.
What is the fastest train from Kafr Zayat to Cairo and how long does it take?
The fastest train is AC Russian #14, departing at 9:30 AM with a journey time of 1h 30m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#538) takes 4h 15m — a difference of 2h 45m, as it stops at 36 stations versus 3.
What is the cheapest train ticket from Kafr Zayat to Cairo?
The cheapest tickets start from 35 EGP for Improved class. Prices by class on this route: Improved: 35 EGP, Third Class (Fan): 40 EGP, Third Class AC: 50 EGP, Second Class AC: 120 EGP.
Which train is most comfortable from Kafr Zayat to Cairo?
6 of 18 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 1904, 902, 14, 914, 922, 1902, while trains 2, 538, 1108, 8, 1212, 132, 18, 1208-1209, 24, 118, 32, 28 run non-AC classes. Top class available: VIP.
Should I book the Kafr Zayat — Cairo trip in advance or at the station?
VIP trains on this route sell out fast in peak seasons — book ahead via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg. The regular trains (12 on this route) usually have same-day tickets at the Kafr Zayat station counter.
How many stops are there between Kafr Zayat and Cairo?
Stops range from 2 (train 1902 — the fewest) to 36 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.