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Tanta to Minya trips schedule

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Tanta to Minya Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 8 trains daily from Tanta to Minya.
Departures from 5:40 AM to 11:48 PM. Journey time from 4h 37m.

  • Trains8 /day
  • First5:40 AM
  • Last11:48 PM
  • Duration4h 37m
  • Farefrom 85 EGP (cheapest) to 320 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest3008 AC Russian

Tanta to Minya Train Schedule

Trains from Tanta to Minya
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 936 VIP
5:40 AM Tanta
11:00 AM Minya
5h 20m 9 stops
  • Second Class AC 250 EGP
  • First Class AC 320 EGP
333 km Express — major stations only
Train 3008 AC Russian
7:28 AM Tanta
12:05 PM Minya
4h 37m 6 stops
  • Third Class AC 150 EGP
333 km Express — main towns
Train 158 Russian
9:11 AM Tanta
2:25 PM Minya
5h 14m 10 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 85 EGP
333 km Express, provincial capitals as far as Cairo · Express, main towns as far as Luxor
Train 164 Russian
1:48 PM Tanta
7:05 PM Minya
5h 17m 8 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 85 EGP
333 km Express, main towns as far as Cairo · Express, provincial capitals as far as Asyut · Stops at main towns as far as Aswan
Train 88 AC Spanish
7:33 PM Tanta
12:55 AM Minya
5h 22m 7 stops
  • Second Class AC 250 EGP
  • First Class AC 320 EGP
333 km Express, provincial capitals as far as Cairo · Express, major stations only as far as Asyut · Express, main towns as far as Aswan
Train 1008 Russian
9:47 PM Tanta
2:25 AM Minya
4h 38m 5 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 85 EGP
333 km Express — major stations only
Train 3006 AC Russian
11:23 PM Tanta
4:05 AM Minya
4h 42m 5 stops
  • Third Class AC 150 EGP
333 km Express — major stations only
Train 934 AC Spanish
11:48 PM Tanta
4:25 AM Minya
4h 37m 4 stops
  • Second Class AC 250 EGP
  • First Class AC 320 EGP
333 km Express — major stations only
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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.

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FAQ — Tanta to Minya Trains

Are there trains from Tanta to Minya throughout the day?

Yes, there are 8 trains daily between Tanta and Minya, spread across the day: 3 in the morning, 1 midday/afternoon, 2 in the evening, 2 at night. The first train departs at 5:40 AM and the last at 11:48 PM.

What is the fastest train from Tanta to Minya and how long does it take?

The fastest train is AC Russian #3008, departing at 7:28 AM with a journey time of 4h 37m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#88) takes 5h 22m — a difference of 45m, as it stops at 7 stations versus 6.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Tanta to Minya?

The cheapest tickets start from 85 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 85 EGP, Third Class AC: 150 EGP, Second Class AC: 250 EGP, First Class AC: 320 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Tanta to Minya?

5 of 8 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 936, 3008, 88, 3006, 934, while trains 158, 164, 1008 run non-AC classes. Top class available: VIP.

Should I book the Tanta — Minya 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 (3 on this route) usually have same-day tickets at the Tanta station counter.

How many stops are there between Tanta and Minya?

Stops range from 4 (train 934 — the fewest) to 10 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.