Tanta to Kafr Sheikh Train Schedule & Prices
According to Egypt Trains, there are 9 trains daily from Tanta to Kafr Sheikh.
Departures from 4:20 AM to 8:45 PM. Journey time from 1h 35m.
- Trains9 /day
- First4:20 AM
- Last8:45 PM
- Duration1h 35m
- Farefrom 22 EGP (cheapest) to 50 EGP (highest)
- Fastest803 Improved
Tanta to Kafr Sheikh Train Schedule
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| Train | Schedule | Duration | Stops | Prices | Distance | Note | Trip details |
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| Train 487 Improved | 4:20 AM Tanta 6:23 AM Kafr Sheikh | 2h 3m |
| Local — stops at every station | Train 487 Stops
Train 487 PhotosTrain 487 Services
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| Train 489 Improved | 5:15 AM Tanta 7:10 AM Kafr Sheikh | 1h 55m |
| Local — stops at every station | Train 489 Stops
Train 489 PhotosTrain 489 Services
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| Train 803 Improved | 8:05 AM Tanta 9:40 AM Kafr Sheikh | 1h 35m |
| No service on Fridays or public holidays | Train 803 Stops
Train 803 PhotosTrain 803 Services
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| Train 491 Improved | 10:00 AM Tanta 12:09 PM Kafr Sheikh | 2h 9m |
| Local — stops at every station | Train 491 Stops
Train 491 PhotosTrain 491 Services
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| Train 495 Improved | 2:05 PM Tanta 4:11 PM Kafr Sheikh | 2h 6m |
| Local — stops at every station | Train 495 Stops
Train 495 PhotosTrain 495 Services
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| Train 875 Improved | 5:00 PM Tanta 6:35 PM Kafr Sheikh | 1h 35m |
| Express — main towns | Train 875 Stops
Train 875 PhotosTrain 875 Services
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| Train 499 Improved | 6:45 PM Tanta 9:06 PM Kafr Sheikh | 2h 21m |
| Local — stops at every station · No service on Fridays or public holidays | Train 499 Stops
Train 499 PhotosTrain 499 Services
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| Train 809 AC Russian + Russian | 8:05 PM Tanta 9:40 PM Kafr Sheikh | 1h 35m |
| Express — main towns · Travels via the Tanta / Qleen / Kafr Sheikh line | Train 809 Stops
Train 809 PhotosTrain 809 Services
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| Train 501 Improved | 8:45 PM Tanta 10:41 PM Kafr Sheikh | 1h 56m |
| Local — stops at every station | Train 501 Stops
Train 501 PhotosTrain 501 Services
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Track Tanta → Kafr Sheikh 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 Kafr Sheikh Trains
Are there trains from Tanta to Kafr Sheikh throughout the day?
Yes, there are 9 trains daily between Tanta and Kafr Sheikh, spread across the day: 3 in the morning, 1 midday/afternoon, 4 in the evening, 1 at night. The first train departs at 4:20 AM and the last at 8:45 PM.
What is the fastest train from Tanta to Kafr Sheikh and how long does it take?
The fastest train is Improved #803, departing at 8:05 AM with a journey time of 1h 35m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#499) takes 2h 21m — a difference of 46m, as it stops at 19 stations versus 11.
What is the cheapest train ticket from Tanta to Kafr Sheikh?
The cheapest tickets start from 22 EGP for Improved class. Prices by class on this route: Improved: 22 EGP, Third Class (Fan): 30 EGP, Third Class AC: 50 EGP.
Which train is most comfortable from Tanta to Kafr Sheikh?
1 of 9 trains on this route is air-conditioned: train 809, while trains 487, 489, 803, 491, 495, 875, 499, 501 run non-AC classes.
Should I book the Tanta — Kafr Sheikh trip in advance or at the station?
The AC trains here (1 of 9) 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 Kafr Sheikh?
Stops range from 10 (train 875 — the fewest) to 19 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.