Qena to Cairo Train Schedule & Prices

Q: Are there trains from Qena to Cairo throughout the day?

Yes, there are 37 trains daily between Qena and Cairo , running throughout the day. The first train departs at 12:05 AM and the last at 11:40 PM .

Q: What is the fastest train from Qena to Cairo and how long does it take?

The fastest train is Premium + Sleep #1091 , departing at 8:50 PM with a journey time of 8h . Faster trains make fewer stops.

Q: What is the cheapest train ticket from Qena to Cairo?

The cheapest tickets start from 100 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. The difference between classes is in services and seats, not the number of stops.

Q: Which train should I choose for comfort and speed?

The best options on this route are VIP or Abu Al-Hol or Premium or Talgo trains — wider seats, stronger AC and premium services. Check coach photos for each trip before booking.

According to Egypt Trains, there are 37 trains daily from Qena to Cairo.
Departures from 12:05 AM to 11:40 PM. Journey time from 8h.

Trains37 /day
First12:05 AM
Last11:40 PM
Duration8h
Farefrom 100 EGP (cheapest) to 770 EGP (highest)
Fastest1091 Premium + Sleep

Trains from Qena to Cairo
Train	Schedule	Duration	Stops	Prices	Distance	Note
Train 1943 AC Russian	12:05 AM Qena 9:15 AM Cairo	9h 10m	6 stops	N/A	457 km	Runs from 22-5 to 7-6

Train 997 VIP	1:00 AM Qena 9:55 AM Cairo	8h 55m	7 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 340 EGP	609 km	—
Train 1949 AC Russian	1:35 AM Qena 10:25 AM Cairo	8h 50m	8 stops	N/A	457 km	Runs from 22-5 to 7-6
Train 89 AC Spanish	1:40 AM Qena 11:05 AM Cairo	9h 25m	20 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 340 EGP	609 km	—
Train 1931 AC Spanish	1:50 AM Qena 10:35 AM Cairo	8h 45m	8 stops	N/A	457 km	Works 22 and 24-5 only
Train 1937 AC Spanish	1:50 AM Qena 10:35 AM Cairo	8h 45m	8 stops	N/A	457 km	It only works 26-5
Train 1939 AC Spanish	2:40 AM Qena 11:15 AM Cairo	8h 35m	6 stops	N/A	457 km	Runs from 22-5 to 7-6
Train 989 AC Spanish	3:05 AM Qena 11:40 AM Cairo	8h 35m	8 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 340 EGP	609 km	—
Train 1011 AC Russian	3:26 AM Qena 1:20 PM Cairo	9h 54m	18 stops	Third Class AC 180 EGP	609 km	—
Train 91 Russian	4:20 AM Qena 2:55 PM Cairo	10h 35m	24 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	609 km	—
Train 833 Russian	5:00 AM Qena 5:15 PM Cairo	12h 15m	41 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	609 km	—
Train 987 AC Spanish	6:00 AM Qena 3:40 PM Cairo	9h 40m	22 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 340 EGP	609 km	—
Train 159 AC Russian	7:05 AM Qena 7:00 PM Cairo	11h 55m	33 stops	Third Class AC 180 EGP	609 km	—
Train 3025 AC Russian	8:15 AM Qena 4:45 PM Cairo	8h 30m	7 stops	Third Class AC 180 EGP	609 km	—
Train 157 Russian	8:35 AM Qena 7:25 PM Cairo	10h 50m	27 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	609 km	—
Train 975 Russian	9:00 AM Qena 9:15 PM Cairo	12h 15m	38 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	609 km	—
Train 2011 VIP	9:30 AM Qena 6:05 PM Cairo	8h 35m	7 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 340 EGP	609 km	—
Train 81 AC Russian	9:45 AM Qena 10:25 PM Cairo	12h 40m	40 stops	Third Class AC 180 EGP	609 km	—
Train 981 VIP	10:15 AM Qena 7:40 PM Cairo	9h 25m	17 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 340 EGP	609 km	—
Train 983 VIP	12:00 PM Qena 9:45 PM Cairo	9h 45m	20 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 340 EGP	609 km	—
Train 935 VIP	1:35 PM Qena 10:10 PM Cairo	8h 35m	10 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 340 EGP	609 km	—
Train 3007 AC Russian	2:00 PM Qena 10:35 PM Cairo	8h 35m	10 stops	Third Class AC 180 EGP	609 km	—
Train 163 Russian	5:30 PM Qena 3:45 AM Cairo	10h 15m	21 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	609 km	—
Train 1013 Russian	6:05 PM Qena 4:00 AM Cairo	9h 55m	20 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	609 km	—
Train 2013 AC Russian	6:45 PM Qena 3:10 AM Cairo	8h 25m	7 stops	Third Class AC 180 EGP	609 km	—
Train 2007 Abu Al-Hol	7:25 PM Qena 4:10 AM Cairo	8h 45m	8 stops	Second Class AC 350 EGP	609 km	—
Train 2015 Abu Al-Hol	8:00 PM Qena 4:25 AM Cairo	8h 25m	6 stops	Second Class AC 350 EGP	609 km	—
Train 977 AC Spanish	8:20 PM Qena 5:05 AM Cairo	8h 45m	13 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 340 EGP	609 km	—
Train 1091 Premium + Sleep	8:50 PM Qena 4:50 AM Cairo	8h	5 stops	PRIMUM VIP 550 EGP	609 km	Works – Sunday/Tuesday/Thursday
Train 1903 AC Russian	9:05 PM Qena 5:55 AM Cairo	8h 50m	10 stops	Third Class AC 180 EGP	609 km	—
Train 1015 Russian	9:48 PM Qena 8:00 AM Cairo	10h 12m	22 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	609 km	—
Train 2009 VIP	10:15 PM Qena 6:40 AM Cairo	8h 25m	6 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 340 EGP	609 km	—
Train 2031 Talgo	10:50 PM Qena 7:05 AM Cairo	8h 15m	5 stops	Second Class AC 500 EGP First Class AC 770 EGP	609 km	—
Train 2041 Talgo	11:10 PM Qena 7:15 AM Cairo	8h 5m	4 stops	N/A	457 km	Runs from 22-5 to 7-6
Train 1009 AC Russian	11:23 PM Qena 8:10 AM Cairo	8h 47m	13 stops	Third Class AC 180 EGP	609 km	—
Train 187 Russian	11:30 PM Qena 10:55 AM Cairo	11h 25m	27 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	609 km	—
Train 1089 Abu Al-Hol + Sleep	11:40 PM Qena 8:35 AM Cairo	8h 55m	4 stops	Second Class AC 400 EGP	457 km	Operating only on Mondays and Fridays (sleep+seats)

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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains. Last updated: 10 May 2026

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FAQ — Qena to Cairo Trains

Are there trains from Qena to Cairo throughout the day?

Yes, there are 37 trains daily between Qena and Cairo, running throughout the day. The first train departs at 12:05 AM and the last at 11:40 PM.

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

The fastest train is Premium + Sleep #1091, departing at 8:50 PM with a journey time of 8h. Faster trains make fewer stops.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Qena to Cairo?

The cheapest tickets start from 100 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. The difference between classes is in services and seats, not the number of stops.

Which train should I choose for comfort and speed?

The best options on this route are VIP or Abu Al-Hol or Premium or Talgo trains — wider seats, stronger AC and premium services. Check coach photos for each trip before booking.

Should I book in advance or can I buy at the station?

Book online via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg, or at the station counter. Book in advance for fast trains — tickets sell out quickly in peak seasons. Regular trains usually have same-day availability.

How do I find my platform at Qena station?

To find your platform, check the station screens, public announcements or the station master's office. You can also use the Egypt Trains app which offers live train tracking and delay updates.

Qena to Cairo Train Schedule & Prices

Qena to Cairo Train Schedule

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