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Zagazig to Sheikh Zayed trips schedule

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Zagazig to Sheikh Zayed Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 4 trains daily from Zagazig to Sheikh Zayed.
Departures from 8:25 AM to 7:50 PM. Journey time from 1h 29m.

  • Trains4 /day
  • First8:25 AM
  • Last7:50 PM
  • Duration1h 29m
  • Farefrom 30 EGP (cheapest) to 50 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest955 AC Russian

Zagazig to Sheikh Zayed Train Schedule

Trains from Zagazig to Sheikh Zayed
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 588-589 Russian
8:25 AM Zagazig
10:02 AM Sheikh Zayed
1h 37m 5 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 30 EGP
81 km Express — main towns · Continues from Tanta as train 589
Train 951 Russian
1:15 PM Zagazig
2:50 PM Sheikh Zayed
1h 35m 5 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 30 EGP
81 km Express — major stations only
Train 955 AC Russian
4:18 PM Zagazig
5:47 PM Sheikh Zayed
1h 29m 5 stops
  • Third Class AC 50 EGP
81 km Express — main towns · Includes a car reserved for armed-forces personnel
Train 572-573 AC Russian
7:50 PM Zagazig
9:25 PM Sheikh Zayed
1h 35m 5 stops
  • Third Class AC 50 EGP
81 km Express — main towns · Includes a car reserved for armed-forces personnel
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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.

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FAQ — Zagazig to Sheikh Zayed Trains

Are there trains from Zagazig to Sheikh Zayed throughout the day?

Yes, there are 4 trains daily between Zagazig and Sheikh Zayed, spread across the day: 1 in the morning, 2 midday/afternoon, 1 in the evening. The first train departs at 8:25 AM and the last at 7:50 PM.

What is the fastest train from Zagazig to Sheikh Zayed and how long does it take?

The fastest train is AC Russian #955, departing at 4:18 PM with a journey time of 1h 29m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#588-589) takes 1h 37m — a difference of 8m.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Zagazig to Sheikh Zayed?

The cheapest tickets start from 30 EGP for Third Class (Fan) class. Prices by class on this route: Third Class (Fan): 30 EGP, Third Class AC: 50 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Zagazig to Sheikh Zayed?

2 of 4 trains on this route are air-conditioned: trains 955, 572-573, while trains 588-589, 951 run non-AC classes.

Should I book the Zagazig — Sheikh Zayed 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 Zagazig station counter also works.

How many stops are there between Zagazig and Sheikh Zayed?

All 4 trains on this route stop at 5 intermediate stations between Zagazig and Sheikh Zayed. Full stop times are in the schedule above; for live tracking use the Egypt Trains app.