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Zefta to Tanta trips schedule

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Zefta to Tanta Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 12 trains daily from Zefta to Tanta.
Departures from 5:40 AM to 10:30 PM. Journey time from 31m.

  • Trains12 /day
  • First5:40 AM
  • Last10:30 PM
  • Duration31m
  • Farefrom 15 EGP (cheapest) to 40 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest570-571 AC Russian

Zefta to Tanta Train Schedule

Trains from Zefta to Tanta
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 226 Improved
5:40 AM Zefta
6:25 AM Tanta
45m 7 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
26 km Local — stops at every station
Train 228 Improved
6:49 AM Zefta
7:30 AM Tanta
41m 7 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
26 km Local — stops at every station
Train 230 Improved
8:52 AM Zefta
9:35 AM Tanta
43m 7 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
26 km Local — stops at every station · No service on Fridays or public holidays
Train 232 Improved
9:56 AM Zefta
10:45 AM Tanta
49m 7 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
26 km Local — stops at every station
Train 570-571 AC Russian
11:04 AM Zefta
11:35 AM Tanta
31m 1 stop
  • Third Class AC 40 EGP
26 km Express — main towns · Includes a car reserved for armed-forces personnel
Train 234 Improved
1:16 PM Zefta
2:00 PM Tanta
44m 7 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
26 km Local — stops at every station
Train 238 Improved
3:30 PM Zefta
4:15 PM Tanta
45m 7 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
26 km Local — stops at every station
Train 240 Improved
5:30 PM Zefta
6:10 PM Tanta
40m 7 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
26 km Local — stops at every station
Train 1114 Improved
6:24 PM Zefta
7:00 PM Tanta
36m 1 stop
  • Improved 15 EGP
26 km Express — main towns · No service on Fridays or public holidays
Train 244 Improved
8:11 PM Zefta
8:50 PM Tanta
39m 7 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
26 km Local — stops at every station
Train 590-591 Russian
10:09 PM Zefta
10:40 PM Tanta
31m 1 stop
  • Third Class (Fan) 20 EGP
26 km Express — main towns · Continues from Tanta as train 591
Train 246 Improved
10:30 PM Zefta
11:10 PM Tanta
40m 7 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
26 km Local — stops at every station
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Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains.

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FAQ — Zefta to Tanta Trains

Are there trains from Zefta to Tanta throughout the day?

Yes, there are 12 trains daily between Zefta and Tanta, spread across the day: 5 in the morning, 2 midday/afternoon, 3 in the evening, 2 at night. The first train departs at 5:40 AM and the last at 10:30 PM.

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

The fastest train is AC Russian #570-571, departing at 11:04 AM with a journey time of 31m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#232) takes 49m — a difference of 18m, as it stops at 7 stations versus 1.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Zefta to Tanta?

The cheapest tickets start from 15 EGP for Improved class. Prices by class on this route: Improved: 15 EGP, Third Class (Fan): 20 EGP, Third Class AC: 40 EGP.

Which train is most comfortable from Zefta to Tanta?

1 of 12 trains on this route is air-conditioned: train 570-571, while trains 226, 228, 230, 232, 234, 238, 240, 1114, 244, 590-591, 246 run non-AC classes.

Should I book the Zefta — Tanta trip in advance or at the station?

The AC trains here (1 of 12) are best booked a day ahead in peak seasons via the ENR app or enr.gov.eg; buying at the Zefta station counter also works.

How many stops are there between Zefta and Tanta?

Stops range from 1 (train 570-571 — the fewest) to 7 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.