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Cairo to Abo Qurqas Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 8 trains daily from Cairo to Abo Qurqas.
Departures from 1:30 AM to 5:45 PM. Journey time 4h 3m5h 20m.

  • Trains8 /day
  • First1:30 AM
  • Last5:45 PM
  • Duration4h 3m – 5h 20m
  • Fare65 – 120 EGP
  • Fastest3502 AC Russian
Trains from Cairo to Abo Qurqas
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 3502 AC Russian
1:30 AM Cairo
5:33 AM Abo Qurqas
4h 3m 12 stops
  • Third Class AC 120 EGP

Train 3502 Stops

  1. 1:30 AM Cairo
  2. 1:43 AM Upper Egypt
  3. 1:54 AM Giza
  4. 2:30 AM Ayat
  5. 2:59 AM Wasta
  6. 3:22 AM Beni Suef
  7. 3:42 AM Biba
  8. 3:57 AM Fashn
  9. 4:13 AM Maghagha
  10. 4:27 AM Beni Mazar
  11. 4:38 AM Matay
  12. 4:54 AM Samalut
  13. 5:14 AM Minya
  14. 5:33 AM Abo Qurqas

Train 3502 Photos

Train 3502 Services

  • AC

  • Luggage

  • Power Socket

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

Train 974 Russian
5:20 AM Cairo
10:29 AM Abo Qurqas
5h 9m 20 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP

Train 974 Stops

  1. 5:20 AM Cairo
  2. 5:33 AM Upper Egypt
  3. 5:40 AM Giza
  4. 6:01 AM Hawamdeyya
  5. 6:08 AM Badrshein
  6. 6:20 AM Mazghounah
  7. 6:34 AM Ayat
  8. 6:47 AM Kafr Ammar
  9. 7:05 AM Wasta
  10. 7:16 AM Maymun
  11. 7:23 AM Ashmant
  12. 7:32 AM Nasser
  13. 7:54 AM Beni Suef
  14. 8:15 AM Biba
  15. 8:30 AM Fashn
  16. 8:46 AM Maghagha
  17. 9:01 AM Beni Mazar
  18. 9:21 AM Matay
  19. 9:34 AM Samalut
  20. 9:52 AM Damaris
  21. 10:05 AM Minya
  22. 10:29 AM Abo Qurqas

Train 974 Photos

Train 974 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Train 80 Russian
9:00 AM Cairo
2:20 PM Abo Qurqas
5h 20m 17 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP

Train 80 Stops

  1. 9:00 AM Cairo
  2. 9:13 AM Upper Egypt
  3. 9:24 AM Giza
  4. 9:41 AM Hawamdeyya
  5. 9:48 AM Badrshein
  6. 10:10 AM Ayat
  7. 10:37 AM Wasta
  8. 10:56 AM Nasser
  9. 11:09 AM Beni Suef
  10. 11:31 AM Biba
  11. 11:46 AM Fashn
  12. 12:04 PM Maghagha
  13. 12:13 PM Aba Wakf
  14. 12:23 PM Beni Mazar
  15. 12:35 PM Matay
  16. 12:49 PM Samalut
  17. 1:07 PM Damaris
  18. 1:55 PM Minya
  19. 2:20 PM Abo Qurqas

Train 80 Photos

Train 80 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Train 158 Russian
10:35 AM Cairo
2:45 PM Abo Qurqas
4h 10m 9 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP

Train 158 Stops

  1. 10:35 AM Cairo
  2. 10:48 AM Upper Egypt
  3. 10:59 AM Giza
  4. 12:02 PM Wasta
  5. 12:31 PM Beni Suef
  6. 12:54 PM Biba
  7. 1:09 PM Fashn
  8. 1:26 PM Maghagha
  9. 1:42 PM Beni Mazar
  10. 2:25 PM Minya
  11. 2:45 PM Abo Qurqas

Train 158 Photos

Train 158 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Train 160 AC Russian
12:15 PM Cairo
4:39 PM Abo Qurqas
4h 24m 11 stops
  • Third Class AC 120 EGP

Train 160 Stops

  1. 12:15 PM Cairo
  2. 12:31 PM Upper Egypt
  3. 12:44 PM Giza
  4. 1:45 PM Wasta
  5. 2:11 PM Beni Suef
  6. 2:32 PM Biba
  7. 2:48 PM Fashn
  8. 3:06 PM Maghagha
  9. 3:21 PM Beni Mazar
  10. 3:33 PM Matay
  11. 3:47 PM Samalut
  12. 4:15 PM Minya
  13. 4:39 PM Abo Qurqas

Train 160 Photos

Train 160 Services

  • AC

  • Luggage

  • Power Socket

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

Train 162 Russian
2:15 PM Cairo
7:15 PM Abo Qurqas
5h 19 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP

Train 162 Stops

  1. 2:15 PM Cairo
  2. 2:31 PM Upper Egypt
  3. 2:44 PM Giza
  4. 3:00 PM Hawamdeyya
  5. 3:07 PM Badrshein
  6. 3:19 PM Mazghounah
  7. 3:33 PM Ayat
  8. 3:40 PM Matanyah
  9. 3:50 PM Kafr Ammar
  10. 4:01 PM Raqqah
  11. 4:12 PM Wasta
  12. 4:31 PM Nasser
  13. 4:41 PM Beni Suef
  14. 5:02 PM Biba
  15. 5:17 PM Fashn
  16. 5:44 PM Maghagha
  17. 5:59 PM Beni Mazar
  18. 6:10 PM Matay
  19. 6:23 PM Samalut
  20. 6:50 PM Minya
  21. 7:15 PM Abo Qurqas

Train 162 Photos

Train 162 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Train 972 Russian
4:20 PM Cairo
9:24 PM Abo Qurqas
5h 4m 15 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 65 EGP

Train 972 Stops

  1. 4:20 PM Cairo
  2. 4:33 PM Upper Egypt
  3. 4:44 PM Giza
  4. 5:23 PM Ayat
  5. 5:40 PM Qotouri
  6. 5:56 PM Wasta
  7. 6:10 PM Ashmant
  8. 6:19 PM Nasser
  9. 6:32 PM Beni Suef
  10. 6:53 PM Biba
  11. 7:08 PM Fashn
  12. 7:41 PM Maghagha
  13. 7:57 PM Beni Mazar
  14. 8:20 PM Matay
  15. 8:33 PM Samalut
  16. 9:00 PM Minya
  17. 9:24 PM Abo Qurqas

Train 972 Photos

Train 972 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Train 872 AC Russian
5:45 PM Cairo
9:48 PM Abo Qurqas
4h 3m 9 stops
  • Third Class AC 120 EGP

Train 872 Stops

  1. 5:45 PM Cairo
  2. 6:00 PM Upper Egypt
  3. 6:14 PM Giza
  4. 7:11 PM Wasta
  5. 7:36 PM Beni Suef
  6. 7:57 PM Biba
  7. 8:12 PM Fashn
  8. 8:29 PM Maghagha
  9. 8:44 PM Beni Mazar
  10. 9:25 PM Minya
  11. 9:48 PM Abo Qurqas

Train 872 Photos

Train 872 Services

  • AC

  • Luggage

  • Power Socket

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains. Last updated: 25 April 2026

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FAQ — Cairo to Abo Qurqas Trains

What are the Cairo to Abo Qurqas train schedules and prices?

There are 8 daily trains on the Cairo–Abo Qurqas route. First departure at 1:30 AM, last at 5:45 PM. Fares range from 65 EGP to 120 EGP depending on class.

  • Train types: AC Russian, Russian.
  • Journey time: from 4h 3m (fastest) to 5h 20m (slowest).
What is the best and fastest train from Cairo to Abo Qurqas?

The fastest train is #3502 (Third Class AC) at 4h 3m, departing 1:30 AM.

Most comfortable:

How do I book a Cairo to Abo Qurqas train ticket?

You can book an Cairo–Abo Qurqas train ticket four ways:

  1. Official ENR app (Android / iOS) — fastest, pay with Visa or mobile wallet.
  2. enr.gov.eg website — for desktop booking.
  3. Station ticket counter (up to 15 days in advance).
  4. Self-service ATMs inside major stations.

Do I need to print the ticket? No — the QR code in the app is enough; show it to the inspector. Save a screenshot if offline.

Official discounts
CategoryDiscount
Cancer patientsFree
Deaf childrenFree
Over 70 years oldFree (standard class)
War veteran + companion75%
Youth/sports groups (20+ members)66.6%
Military & police officers50%
Military academy students50%
Martyrs' families & injured (police/revolution)50%
Persons with disabilities50%
Youth/sports groups (1–19 members)50%
Red Crescent / Red Cross50%
Children aged 4–1050%
Pensioners (60+)50%

Booking usually opens 15 days before departure; sleeper and Talgo trains sell out fast during holidays.

What is the cancellation, refund and penalty policy?

Yes, Cairo–Abo Qurqas tickets can be cancelled with partial refund per this official table:

Cancellation timeRefund
More than 24h before90%
Between 6h and 24h before75%
Less than 6h before50%
After departureNo refund

Note: Refund percentages above reflect ENR's known policy; verify with the ENR app or ticket counter before cancelling.

Riding without a ticket: you pay a multiplied fare penalty on the spot at the inspector's discretion. Always book before boarding.

What is the luggage policy on Egyptian trains?

ENR allows reasonable free luggage per passenger without registration:

  • One small carry-on + one large suitcase up to 30 kg free per passenger.
  • Place bags in the overhead rack or at the coach ends.
  • Oversized items or furniture require prior arrangement with ENR for separate shipment at extra cost.

Strictly prohibited:

  • Flammable materials (petrol, butane).
  • Firearms without a permit.
  • Live animals of any kind.
  • Items with strong odours.

Tip: Keep documents, wallet, phone and medicine in your carry-on; lock the large suitcase with a small padlock.

How do I find the platform and live train info at Cairo station?

There are several ways to get live platform and train updates:

  1. Station screens: large departure boards show train number, platform and any delay.
  2. Egypt Trains app: "Track train" feature shows current location, next stop and delay.
  3. Hotline 1661: 24/7 enquiries.
  4. Our station page: Cairo station with address and map.

Arrival tips:

  • Arrive 20–30 minutes early to find your platform and board calmly.
  • Check the platform on the board right before departure — it can change last minute.
  • Coaches are numbered — match the coach number on your ticket to the platform marker.
  • At Cairo station you'll find restrooms and cafes in the waiting area.