Tanta to Ismailia Train Schedule & Prices
According to Egypt Trains, there are 4 trains daily from Tanta to Ismailia.
Departures from 5:00 AM to 6:25 PM. Journey time from 2h 45m.
- Trains4 /day
- First5:00 AM
- Last6:25 PM
- Duration2h 45m
- Farefrom 45 EGP (cheapest) to 70 EGP (highest)
- Fastest3012-3013 AC Russian
Tanta to Ismailia Train Schedule
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| Train | Schedule | Duration | Stops | Prices | Distance | Note | Trip details |
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| Train 1115 Improved | 5:00 AM Tanta 7:55 AM Ismailia | 2h 55m |
| Express — main towns · No service on Fridays or public holidays | Train 1115 Stops
Train 1115 PhotosTrain 1115 Services
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| Train 3012-3013 AC Russian | 5:50 AM Tanta 8:35 AM Ismailia | 2h 45m |
| Express — major stations only · Continues from Tanta as train 3013 | Train 3012-3013 Stops
Train 3012-3013 PhotosTrain 3012-3013 Services
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| Train 588-589 Russian | 6:45 AM Tanta 9:50 AM Ismailia | 3h 5m |
| 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 572-573 AC Russian | 6:25 PM Tanta 9:15 PM Ismailia | 2h 50m |
| 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 Tanta → Ismailia trains live — position and delay
Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.
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FAQ — Tanta to Ismailia Trains
Are there trains from Tanta to Ismailia throughout the day?
What is the fastest train from Tanta to Ismailia and how long does it take?
The fastest train is AC Russian #3012-3013, departing at 5:50 AM with a journey time of 2h 45m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#588-589) takes 3h 5m — a difference of 20m, as it stops at 10 stations versus 5.
What is the cheapest train ticket from Tanta to Ismailia?
The cheapest tickets start from 45 EGP for Improved class. Prices by class on this route: Improved: 45 EGP, Third Class (Fan): 50 EGP, Third Class AC: 60 EGP.
Which train is most comfortable from Tanta to Ismailia?
2 of 4 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 3012-3013, 572-573, while trains 1115, 588-589 run non-AC classes.
Should I book the Tanta — Ismailia trip in advance or at the station?
The AC trains here (2 of 4) are best booked a day ahead in peak seasons via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg; buying at the Tanta station counter also works.
How many stops are there between Tanta and Ismailia?
Stops range from 5 (train 3012-3013 — the fewest) to 12 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.