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Samalut to Cairo Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 11 trains daily from Samalut to Cairo.
Departures from 4:34 AM to 5:42 PM. Journey time from 3h 26m.

  • Trains11 /day
  • First4:34 AM
  • Last5:42 PM
  • Duration3h 26m
  • Farefrom 65 EGP (cheapest) to 210 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest1015 Russian

Samalut to Cairo Train Schedule

Trains from Samalut to Cairo
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 1015 Russian
4:34 AM Samalut
8:00 AM Cairo
3h 26m 9 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP
222 km Express — main towns
Train 185 AC Russian
4:47 AM Samalut
8:45 AM Cairo
3h 58m 11 stops
  • Third Class AC 130 EGP
222 km Express — major stations only
Train 973 Russian
5:00 AM Samalut
9:15 AM Cairo
4h 15m 19 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP
222 km Express — main towns
Train 165 Russian
9:16 AM Samalut
1:30 PM Cairo
4h 14m 16 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP
222 km Express — main towns
Train 971 AC French
9:47 AM Samalut
1:40 PM Cairo
3h 53m 10 stops
  • Second Class AC 170 EGP
  • First Class AC 210 EGP
222 km Express — major stations only
Train 833 Russian
12:56 PM Samalut
5:15 PM Cairo
4h 19m 14 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP
222 km Express — main towns
Train 159 AC Russian
2:32 PM Samalut
6:30 PM Cairo
3h 58m 10 stops
  • Third Class AC 130 EGP
222 km Express — main towns
Train 3503 AC Russian
2:46 PM Samalut
6:40 PM Cairo
3h 54m 10 stops
  • Third Class AC 130 EGP
222 km Express — major stations only
Train 975 Russian
5:12 PM Samalut
9:05 PM Cairo
3h 53m 12 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP
222 km Express — main towns
Train 81 AC Russian
5:23 PM Samalut
9:20 PM Cairo
3h 57m 13 stops
  • Third Class AC 130 EGP
222 km Express — main towns
Train 979 AC Russian
5:42 PM Samalut
9:30 PM Cairo
3h 48m 9 stops
  • Third Class AC 130 EGP
222 km Express — major stations only
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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.

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FAQ — Samalut to Cairo Trains

Are there trains from Samalut to Cairo throughout the day?

Yes, there are 11 trains daily between Samalut and Cairo, spread across the day: 3 in the morning, 3 midday/afternoon, 3 in the evening, 2 at night. The first train departs at 4:34 AM and the last at 5:42 PM.

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

The fastest train is Russian #1015, departing at 4:34 AM with a journey time of 3h 26m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#833) takes 4h 19m — a difference of 53m, as it stops at 14 stations versus 9.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Samalut 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: 130 EGP, Second Class AC: 170 EGP, First Class AC: 210 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Samalut to Cairo?

6 of 11 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 185, 971, 159, 3503, 81, 979, while trains 1015, 973, 165, 833, 975 run non-AC classes.

Should I book the Samalut — Cairo trip in advance or at the station?

The AC trains here (6 of 11) are best booked a day ahead in peak seasons via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg; buying at the Samalut station counter also works.

How many stops are there between Samalut and Cairo?

Stops range from 9 (train 1015 — the fewest) to 19 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.