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Zefta to Zagazig trips schedule

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Zefta to Zagazig Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 12 trains daily from Zefta to Zagazig.
Departures from 5:38 AM to 10:06 PM. Journey time from 44m.

  • Trains12 /day
  • First5:38 AM
  • Last10:06 PM
  • Duration44m
  • Farefrom 15 EGP (cheapest) to 40 EGP (highest)
  • Fastest572-573 AC Russian

Zefta to Zagazig Train Schedule

Trains from Zefta to Zagazig
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 1115 Improved
5:38 AM Zefta
6:25 AM Zagazig
47m 5 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
30 km Express — main towns · No service on Fridays or public holidays
Train 227 Improved
6:26 AM Zefta
7:30 AM Zagazig
1h 4m 12 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
30 km Local — stops at every station · No service on Fridays or public holidays
Train 588-589 Russian
7:31 AM Zefta
8:18 AM Zagazig
47m 3 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 20 EGP
30 km Express — main towns · Continues from Tanta as train 589
Train 229 Improved
8:45 AM Zefta
9:55 AM Zagazig
1h 10m 13 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
30 km Local — stops at every station
Train 231 Improved
10:44 AM Zefta
11:55 AM Zagazig
1h 11m 13 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
30 km Local — stops at every station · No service on Fridays or public holidays
Train 235 Improved
1:08 PM Zefta
2:05 PM Zagazig
57m 12 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
30 km Local — stops at every station
Train 237 Improved
3:03 PM Zefta
4:10 PM Zagazig
1h 7m 12 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
30 km Local — stops at every station
Train 239 Improved
4:12 PM Zefta
5:15 PM Zagazig
1h 3m 12 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
30 km Local — stops at every station
Train 241 Improved
5:33 PM Zefta
6:25 PM Zagazig
52m 12 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
30 km Local — stops at every station
Train 243 Improved
6:09 PM Zefta
7:10 PM Zagazig
1h 1m 12 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
30 km Local — stops at every station
Train 572-573 AC Russian
6:58 PM Zefta
7:42 PM Zagazig
44m 2 stops
  • Third Class AC 40 EGP
30 km Express — main towns · Includes a car reserved for armed-forces personnel
Train 247 Improved
10:06 PM Zefta
11:00 PM Zagazig
54m 12 stops
  • Improved 15 EGP
30 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 Zagazig Trains

Are there trains from Zefta to Zagazig throughout the day?

Yes, there are 12 trains daily between Zefta and Zagazig, spread across the day: 5 in the morning, 3 midday/afternoon, 3 in the evening, 1 at night. The first train departs at 5:38 AM and the last at 10:06 PM.

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

The fastest train is AC Russian #572-573, departing at 6:58 PM with a journey time of 44m. For comparison, the slowest train on this route (#231) takes 1h 11m — a difference of 27m, as it stops at 13 stations versus 2.

What is the cheapest train ticket from Zefta to Zagazig?

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 Zagazig?

1 of 12 trains on this route is air-conditioned: train 572-573, while trains 1115, 227, 588-589, 229, 231, 235, 237, 239, 241, 243, 247 run non-AC classes.

Should I book the Zefta — Zagazig 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 Zagazig?

Stops range from 2 (train 572-573 — the fewest) to 13 stations depending on the train. Fewer stops means a faster arrival; per-trip details are in the schedule above.