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Sheikh Zayed to Ismailia trips schedule

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Sheikh Zayed to Ismailia Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 7 trains daily from Sheikh Zayed to Ismailia.
Departures from 6:40 AM to 7:25 PM. Journey time from 5m.

  • Trains7 /day
  • First6:40 AM
  • Last7:25 PM
  • Duration5m
  • Farefrom 25 EGP (cheapest) to 35 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest952 AC Russian

Sheikh Zayed to Ismailia Train Schedule

Trains from Sheikh Zayed to Ismailia
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 952 AC Russian
6:40 AM Sheikh Zayed
6:45 AM Ismailia
5m Direct
  • Third Class AC 35 EGP
Express — major stations only · Includes a car reserved for armed-forces personnel
Train 570-571 AC Russian
8:33 AM Sheikh Zayed
8:38 AM Ismailia
5m Direct
  • Third Class AC 35 EGP
Express — main towns · Includes a car reserved for armed-forces personnel
Train 286 Improved
12:24 PM Sheikh Zayed
12:20 PM Ismailia
23h 56m Direct
N/A
Local — stops at every station
Train 956 Russian
2:30 PM Sheikh Zayed
2:35 PM Ismailia
5m Direct
  • Third Class (Fan) 25 EGP
Express — major stations only
Train 1114 Improved
3:30 PM Sheikh Zayed
3:35 PM Ismailia
5m Direct
N/A
Express — main towns · No service on Fridays or public holidays
Train 288 Improved
6:09 PM Sheikh Zayed
6:15 PM Ismailia
6m Direct
N/A
Local — stops at every station
Train 590-591 Russian
7:25 PM Sheikh Zayed
7:30 PM Ismailia
5m Direct
  • Third Class (Fan) 25 EGP
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 — Sheikh Zayed to Ismailia Trains

Are there trains from Sheikh Zayed to Ismailia throughout the day?

Yes, there are 7 trains daily between Sheikh Zayed and Ismailia, spread across the day: 2 in the morning, 3 midday/afternoon, 2 in the evening. The first train departs at 6:40 AM and the last at 7:25 PM.

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

The fastest train is AC Russian #952, departing at 6:40 AM with a journey time of 5m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#286) takes 23h 56m — a difference of 23h 51m.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Sheikh Zayed to Ismailia?

The cheapest tickets start from 25 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 25 EGP, Third Class AC: 35 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Sheikh Zayed to Ismailia?

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 Sheikh Zayed — Ismailia 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 Sheikh Zayed station counter also works.

How many stops are there between Sheikh Zayed and Ismailia?

The trip is direct with no intermediate stops between Sheikh Zayed and Ismailia, taking 5m.