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Qantara Gharb to Sheikh Zayed trips schedule

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Qantara Gharb to Sheikh Zayed Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 7 trains daily from Qantara Gharb to Sheikh Zayed.
Departures from 6:14 AM to 6:57 PM. Journey time from 24m.

  • Trains7 /day
  • First6:14 AM
  • Last6:57 PM
  • Duration24m
  • Farefrom 15 EGP (cheapest) to 40 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest952 AC Russian

Qantara Gharb to Sheikh Zayed Train Schedule

Trains from Qantara Gharb to Sheikh Zayed
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 952 AC Russian
6:14 AM Qantara Gharb
6:38 AM Sheikh Zayed
24m Direct
  • Third Class AC 40 EGP
30 km Express — major stations only · Includes a car reserved for armed-forces personnel
Train 570-571 AC Russian
8:08 AM Qantara Gharb
8:32 AM Sheikh Zayed
24m Direct
  • Third Class AC 40 EGP
30 km Express — main towns · Includes a car reserved for armed-forces personnel
Train 286 Improved
11:35 AM Qantara Gharb
12:23 PM Sheikh Zayed
48m 2 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
30 km Local — stops at every station
Train 956 Russian
2:02 PM Qantara Gharb
2:28 PM Sheikh Zayed
26m Direct
  • Third Class (Fan) 20 EGP
30 km Express — major stations only
Train 1114 Improved
2:52 PM Qantara Gharb
3:29 PM Sheikh Zayed
37m 1 stop
  • Improved 15 EGP
30 km Express — main towns · No service on Fridays or public holidays
Train 288 Improved
5:29 PM Qantara Gharb
6:08 PM Sheikh Zayed
39m 2 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
30 km Local — stops at every station
Train 590-591 Russian
6:57 PM Qantara Gharb
7:23 PM Sheikh Zayed
26m Direct
  • Third Class (Fan) 20 EGP
30 km Express — main towns · Continues from Tanta as train 591
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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.

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FAQ — Qantara Gharb to Sheikh Zayed Trains

Are there trains from Qantara Gharb to Sheikh Zayed throughout the day?

Yes, there are 7 trains daily between Qantara Gharb and Sheikh Zayed, spread across the day: 3 in the morning, 2 midday/afternoon, 2 in the evening. The first train departs at 6:14 AM and the last at 6:57 PM.

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

The fastest train is AC Russian #952, departing at 6:14 AM with a journey time of 24m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#286) takes 48m — a difference of 24m, as it stops at 2 stations versus 0.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Qantara Gharb to Sheikh Zayed?

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 Qantara Gharb to Sheikh Zayed?

2 of 7 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 952, 570-571, while trains 286, 956, 1114, 288, 590-591 run non-AC classes.

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

The AC trains here (2 of 7) are best booked a day ahead in peak seasons via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg; buying at the Qantara Gharb station counter also works.

How many stops are there between Qantara Gharb and Sheikh Zayed?

Stops range from 0 (train 952 — the fewest) to 2 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.