Tahta to Upper Egypt Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 23 trains daily from Tahta to Upper Egypt.
Departures from 12:40 AM to 11:47 PM. Journey time from 5h 40m.

Trains23 /day
First12:40 AM
Last11:47 PM
Duration5h 40m
Farefrom 100 EGP (cheapest) to 320 EGP (highest)
Fastest977 AC Spanish

Trains from Tahta to Upper Egypt
Train	Schedule	Duration	Stops	Prices	Distance	Note
Train 185 AC Russian	12:40 AM Tahta 8:29 AM Upper Egypt	7h 49m	18 stops	Third Class AC 170 EGP	429 km	Express — major stations only

Train 1009 AC Russian	1:53 AM Tahta 7:54 AM Upper Egypt	6h 1m	8 stops	Third Class AC 170 EGP	429 km	Express — major stations only
Train 187 Russian	2:39 AM Tahta 9:24 AM Upper Egypt	6h 45m	15 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	429 km	Express — main towns
Train 89 AC Spanish	4:44 AM Tahta 10:49 AM Upper Egypt	6h 5m	10 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 320 EGP	429 km	Express, main towns as far as Asyut · Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Express, provincial capitals as far as Alexandria
Train 971 AC French	5:53 AM Tahta 1:24 PM Upper Egypt	7h 31m	20 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 320 EGP	429 km	Express — major stations only
Train 1011 AC Russian	6:21 AM Tahta 1:04 PM Upper Egypt	6h 43m	11 stops	Third Class AC 170 EGP	429 km	Express — major stations only
Train 91 Russian	7:29 AM Tahta 2:39 PM Upper Egypt	7h 10m	12 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	429 km	Stops at main towns as far as Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut
Train 833 Russian	8:19 AM Tahta 4:59 PM Upper Egypt	8h 40m	28 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	429 km	Express — main towns
Train 987 AC Spanish	9:13 AM Tahta 3:24 PM Upper Egypt	6h 11m	10 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 320 EGP	429 km	Stops at main towns as far as Asyut · Express, main towns after Asyut
Train 159 AC Russian	10:19 AM Tahta 6:14 PM Upper Egypt	7h 55m	21 stops	Third Class AC 170 EGP	429 km	Express — main towns
Train 891 AC Russian	11:28 AM Tahta 5:29 PM Upper Egypt	6h 1m	8 stops	Third Class AC 170 EGP	429 km	Express — major stations only
Train 157 Russian	11:49 AM Tahta 7:09 PM Upper Egypt	7h 20m	18 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	429 km	Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Express, provincial capitals as far as Alexandria
Train 975 Russian	12:36 PM Tahta 8:49 PM Upper Egypt	8h 13m	27 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	429 km	Express — main towns
Train 81 AC Russian	12:55 PM Tahta 9:04 PM Upper Egypt	8h 9m	26 stops	Third Class AC 170 EGP	429 km	Express — main towns
Train 981 VIP	1:29 PM Tahta 7:24 PM Upper Egypt	5h 55m	6 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 320 EGP	429 km	Express, main towns as far as Asyut · Express, provincial capitals after Asyut
Train 983 VIP	3:15 PM Tahta 9:29 PM Upper Egypt	6h 14m	9 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 320 EGP	429 km	Express — main towns
Train 935 VIP	4:13 PM Tahta 9:54 PM Upper Egypt	5h 41m	5 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 320 EGP	429 km	Express — major stations only
Train 1007 Russian	8:09 PM Tahta 2:19 AM Upper Egypt	6h 10m	9 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	429 km	Express — major stations only
Train 163 Russian	8:44 PM Tahta 3:29 AM Upper Egypt	6h 45m	9 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	429 km	Stops at main towns as far as Asyut · Express, provincial capitals as far as Cairo · Express, main towns as far as Alexandria
Train 1013 Russian	9:03 PM Tahta 3:45 AM Upper Egypt	6h 42m	12 stops	Third Class (Fan) 100 EGP	429 km	Express — main towns
Train 999 AC French	10:46 PM Tahta 5:09 AM Upper Egypt	6h 23m	7 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 320 EGP	429 km	Express — major stations only
Train 977 AC Spanish	11:09 PM Tahta 4:49 AM Upper Egypt	5h 40m	5 stops	Second Class AC 230 EGP First Class AC 320 EGP	429 km	Express — major stations only
Train 1903 AC Russian	11:47 PM Tahta 5:39 AM Upper Egypt	5h 52m	5 stops	Third Class AC 170 EGP	429 km	Express, main towns as far as Asyut · Runs non-stop after Asyut

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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains. Last updated: 18 August 2026

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FAQ — Tahta to Upper Egypt Trains

Are there trains from Tahta to Upper Egypt throughout the day?

Yes, there are 23 trains daily between Tahta and Upper Egypt, spread across the day: 8 in the morning, 5 midday/afternoon, 3 in the evening, 7 at night. The first train departs at 12:40 AM and the last at 11:47 PM.

What is the fastest train from Tahta to Upper Egypt and how long does it take?

The fastest train is AC Spanish #977, departing at 11:09 PM with a journey time of 5h 40m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#833) takes 8h 40m — a difference of 3h, as it stops at 28 stations versus 5.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Tahta to Upper Egypt?

The cheapest tickets start from 100 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 100 EGP, Third Class AC: 170 EGP, Second Class AC: 230 EGP, First Class AC: 320 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Tahta to Upper Egypt?

15 of 23 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 185, 1009, 89, 971, 1011, 987, 159, 891, 81, 981, 983, 935, 999, 977, 1903, while trains 187, 91, 833, 157, 975, 1007, 163, 1013 run non-AC classes. Top class available: VIP.

Should I book the Tahta — Upper Egypt trip in advance or at the station?

VIP trains on this route sell out fast in peak seasons — book ahead via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg. The regular trains (8 on this route) usually have same-day tickets at the Tahta station counter.

How many stops are there between Tahta and Upper Egypt?

Stops range from 5 (train 935 — the fewest) to 28 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.

Tahta to Upper Egypt Train Schedule & Prices

Tahta to Upper Egypt Train Schedule

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Train 187 Stops

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Train 89 Stops

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Train 971 Stops

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Train 91 Stops

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Train 833 Stops

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Train 987 Stops

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Train 159 Stops

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Train 975 Stops

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Train 935 Stops

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Train 999 Stops

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