Sheikh Zayed to Qantara Gharb Train Schedule & Prices
According to Egypt Trains, there are 6 trains daily from Sheikh Zayed to Qantara Gharb.
Departures from 5:41 AM to 9:27 PM. Journey time from 23m.
- Trains6 /day
- First5:41 AM
- Last9:27 PM
- Duration23m
- Farefrom 15 EGP (cheapest) to 40 EGP (highest)
- Fastest955 AC Russian
Sheikh Zayed to Qantara Gharb Train Schedule
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| Train | Schedule | Duration | Stops | Prices | Distance | Note | Trip details |
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| Train 285 Improved | 5:41 AM Sheikh Zayed 6:13 AM Qantara Gharb | 32m |
| Local — stops at every station | Train 285 Stops
Train 285 PhotosTrain 285 Services
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| Train 287 Improved | 7:51 AM Sheikh Zayed 8:28 AM Qantara Gharb | 37m |
| Local — stops at every station | Train 287 Stops
Train 287 PhotosTrain 287 Services
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| Train 588-589 Russian | 10:04 AM Sheikh Zayed 10:28 AM Qantara Gharb | 24m |
| Express — main towns · Continues from Tanta as train 589 | Train 588-589 Stops
Train 588-589 PhotosTrain 588-589 Services
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| Train 951 Russian | 2:51 PM Sheikh Zayed 3:15 PM Qantara Gharb | 24m |
| Express — major stations only | Train 951 Stops
Train 951 PhotosTrain 951 Services
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| Train 955 AC Russian | 5:48 PM Sheikh Zayed 6:11 PM Qantara Gharb | 23m |
| Express — main towns · Includes a car reserved for armed-forces personnel | Train 955 Stops
Train 955 PhotosTrain 955 Services
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| Train 572-573 AC Russian | 9:27 PM Sheikh Zayed 9:51 PM Qantara Gharb | 24m |
| Express — main towns · Includes a car reserved for armed-forces personnel | Train 572-573 Stops
Train 572-573 PhotosTrain 572-573 Services
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Track Sheikh Zayed → Qantara Gharb trains live — position and delay
Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.
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FAQ — Sheikh Zayed to Qantara Gharb Trains
Are there trains from Sheikh Zayed to Qantara Gharb throughout the day?
Yes, there are 6 trains daily between Sheikh Zayed and Qantara Gharb, spread across the day: 3 in the morning, 1 midday/afternoon, 2 in the evening. The first train departs at 5:41 AM and the last at 9:27 PM.
What is the fastest train from Sheikh Zayed to Qantara Gharb and how long does it take?
The fastest train is AC Russian #955, departing at 5:48 PM with a journey time of 23m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#287) takes 37m — a difference of 14m, as it stops at 2 stations versus 0.
What is the cheapest train ticket from Sheikh Zayed to Qantara Gharb?
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 Sheikh Zayed to Qantara Gharb?
2 of 6 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 955, 572-573, while trains 285, 287, 588-589, 951 run non-AC classes.
Should I book the Sheikh Zayed — Qantara Gharb trip in advance or at the station?
The AC trains here (2 of 6) 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 Qantara Gharb?
Stops range from 0 (train 588-589 — the fewest) to 2 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.