Port Said to Cairo Train Schedule & Prices
According to Egypt Trains, there are 5 trains daily from Port Said to Cairo.
Departures from 5:30 AM to 6:35 PM. Journey time from 4h 5m.
- Trains5 /day
- First5:30 AM
- Last6:35 PM
- Duration4h 5m
- Farefrom 65 EGP (cheapest) to 110 EGP (highest)
- Fastest3016 AC Russian
Port Said to Cairo Train Schedule
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| Train | Schedule | Duration | Stops | Prices | Distance | Note | Trip details |
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| Train 952 AC Russian | 5:30 AM Port Said 10:00 AM Cairo | 4h 30m |
| Express — major stations only · Includes a car reserved for armed-forces personnel | Train 952 Stops
Train 952 PhotosTrain 952 Services
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| Train 186 AC Russian | 8:30 AM Port Said 12:50 PM Cairo | 4h 20m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 186 Stops
Train 186 PhotosTrain 186 Services
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| Train 956 Russian | 1:20 PM Port Said 5:50 PM Cairo | 4h 30m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 956 Stops
Train 956 PhotosTrain 956 Services
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| Train 3016 AC Russian | 3:15 PM Port Said 7:20 PM Cairo | 4h 5m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 3016 Stops
Train 3016 PhotosTrain 3016 Services
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| Train 960 Russian | 6:35 PM Port Said 11:05 PM Cairo | 4h 30m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 960 Stops
Train 960 PhotosTrain 960 Services
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Track Port Said → Cairo trains live — position and delay
Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.
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FAQ — Port Said to Cairo Trains
Are there trains from Port Said to Cairo throughout the day?
What is the fastest train from Port Said to Cairo and how long does it take?
The fastest train is AC Russian #3016, departing at 3:15 PM with a journey time of 4h 5m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#952) takes 4h 30m — a difference of 25m, as it stops at 11 stations versus 6.
What is the cheapest train ticket from Port Said to Cairo?
The cheapest tickets start from 65 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 65 EGP, Third Class AC: 110 EGP.
Which train is most comfortable from Port Said to Cairo?
3 of 5 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 952, 186, 3016, while trains 956, 960 run non-AC classes.
Should I book the Port Said — Cairo trip in advance or at the station?
The AC trains here (3 of 5) are best booked a day ahead in peak seasons via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg; buying at the Port Said station counter also works.
How many stops are there between Port Said and Cairo?
Stops range from 6 (train 3016 — the fewest) to 11 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.