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Esna to Sidfa Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 9 trains daily from Esna to Sidfa.
Departures from 1:39 AM to 9:17 PM. Journey time 4h 55m6h 17m.

  • Trains9 /day
  • First1:39 AM
  • Last9:17 PM
  • Duration4h 55m – 6h 17m
  • Fare75 – 220 EGP
  • Fastest1903 AC Russian
Trains from Esna to Sidfa
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 1011 AC Russian
1:39 AM Esna
6:49 AM Sidfa
5h 10m 9 stops
  • Third Class AC 130 EGP

Train 1011 Stops

  1. 1:39 AM Esna
  2. 2:20 AM Luxor
  3. 3:19 AM Qena
  4. 3:48 AM Dishna
  5. 4:21 AM Nagaa Hammadi
  6. 5:08 AM Girga
  7. 5:35 AM Sohag
  8. 6:06 AM Maragha
  9. 6:18 AM Tahta
  10. 6:36 AM Tima
  11. 6:49 AM Sidfa

Train 1011 Photos

Train 1011 Services

  • AC

  • Luggage

  • Power Socket

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

Train 91 Russian
2:19 AM Esna
7:54 AM Sidfa
5h 35m 17 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 75 EGP

Train 91 Stops

  1. 2:19 AM Esna
  2. 2:45 AM Armant
  3. 3:05 AM Luxor
  4. 3:43 AM Qus
  5. 3:56 AM Qift
  6. 4:19 AM Qena
  7. 4:45 AM Dishna
  8. 5:14 AM Nagaa Hammadi
  9. 5:27 AM Farshut
  10. 5:37 AM Abo Tesht
  11. 5:56 AM Balyana
  12. 6:14 AM Girga
  13. 6:24 AM Usayrat
  14. 6:34 AM Monshaa
  15. 6:45 AM Sohag
  16. 7:12 AM Maragha
  17. 7:28 AM Tahta
  18. 7:45 AM Tima
  19. 7:54 AM Sidfa

Train 91 Photos

Train 91 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Train 833 Russian
2:57 AM Esna
8:43 AM Sidfa
5h 46m 18 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 75 EGP

Train 833 Stops

  1. 2:57 AM Esna
  2. 3:24 AM Armant
  3. 3:45 AM Luxor
  4. 4:23 AM Qus
  5. 4:36 AM Qift
  6. 4:59 AM Qena
  7. 5:26 AM Dishna
  8. 5:53 AM Nagaa Hammadi
  9. 6:09 AM Farshut
  10. 6:19 AM Abo Tesht
  11. 6:38 AM Balyana
  12. 6:50 AM Bardis
  13. 7:02 AM Girga
  14. 7:13 AM Usayrat
  15. 7:24 AM Monshaa
  16. 7:35 AM Sohag
  17. 8:02 AM Maragha
  18. 8:19 AM Tahta
  19. 8:34 AM Tima
  20. 8:43 AM Sidfa

Train 833 Photos

Train 833 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Train 81 AC Russian
7:17 AM Esna
1:32 PM Sidfa
6h 15m 19 stops
  • Third Class AC 130 EGP

Train 81 Stops

  1. 7:17 AM Esna
  2. 7:44 AM Armant
  3. 8:05 AM Luxor
  4. 8:42 AM Qus
  5. 9:21 AM Qift
  6. 9:44 AM Qena
  7. 10:10 AM Dishna
  8. 10:39 AM Nagaa Hammadi
  9. 10:51 AM Farshut
  10. 11:02 AM Abo Tesht
  11. 11:14 AM Abo Shousha
  12. 11:26 AM Balyana
  13. 11:36 AM Bardis
  14. 11:48 AM Girga
  15. 11:58 AM Usayrat
  16. 12:09 PM Monshaa
  17. 12:25 PM Sohag
  18. 12:48 PM Maragha
  19. 1:04 PM Tahta
  20. 1:21 PM Tima
  21. 1:32 PM Sidfa

Train 81 Photos

Train 81 Services

  • AC

  • Luggage

  • Power Socket

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

Train 983 VIP
9:53 AM Esna
3:43 PM Sidfa
5h 50m 16 stops
  • Second Class AC 170 EGP
  • First Class AC 220 EGP

Train 983 Stops

  1. 9:53 AM Esna
  2. 10:19 AM Armant
  3. 10:45 AM Luxor
  4. 11:24 AM Qus
  5. 11:37 AM Qift
  6. 11:59 AM Qena
  7. 12:26 PM Dishna
  8. 12:54 PM Nagaa Hammadi
  9. 1:08 PM Farshut
  10. 1:19 PM Abo Tesht
  11. 1:39 PM Balyana
  12. 1:57 PM Girga
  13. 2:14 PM Monshaa
  14. 2:30 PM Sohag
  15. 2:59 PM Maragha
  16. 3:14 PM Tahta
  17. 3:32 PM Tima
  18. 3:43 PM Sidfa

Train 983 Photos

Train 983 Services

  • AC

  • Buffet

  • Reclining Seats

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

Train 163 Russian
3:22 PM Esna
9:08 PM Sidfa
5h 46m 17 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 75 EGP

Train 163 Stops

  1. 3:22 PM Esna
  2. 3:49 PM Armant
  3. 4:10 PM Luxor
  4. 4:53 PM Qus
  5. 5:06 PM Qift
  6. 5:29 PM Qena
  7. 5:55 PM Dishna
  8. 6:24 PM Nagaa Hammadi
  9. 6:38 PM Farshut
  10. 6:49 PM Abo Tesht
  11. 7:09 PM Balyana
  12. 7:27 PM Girga
  13. 7:38 PM Usayrat
  14. 7:49 PM Monshaa
  15. 8:05 PM Sohag
  16. 8:24 PM Maragha
  17. 8:43 PM Tahta
  18. 8:59 PM Tima
  19. 9:08 PM Sidfa

Train 163 Photos

Train 163 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Train 1013 Russian
4:11 PM Esna
9:45 PM Sidfa
5h 34m 12 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 75 EGP

Train 1013 Stops

  1. 4:11 PM Esna
  2. 4:36 PM Armant
  3. 4:55 PM Luxor
  4. 5:38 PM Qus
  5. 6:04 PM Qena
  6. 6:52 PM Nagaa Hammadi
  7. 7:06 PM Farshut
  8. 7:31 PM Balyana
  9. 7:48 PM Girga
  10. 8:15 PM Sohag
  11. 8:47 PM Maragha
  12. 9:02 PM Tahta
  13. 9:18 PM Tima
  14. 9:45 PM Sidfa

Train 1013 Photos

Train 1013 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Train 1903 AC Russian
7:19 PM Esna
12:14 AM Sidfa
4h 55m 7 stops
  • Third Class AC 130 EGP

Train 1903 Stops

  1. 7:19 PM Esna
  2. 8:00 PM Luxor
  3. 9:04 PM Qena
  4. 9:59 PM Nagaa Hammadi
  5. 10:43 PM Girga
  6. 11:10 PM Sohag
  7. 11:46 PM Tahta
  8. 12:03 AM Tima
  9. 12:14 AM Sidfa

Train 1903 Photos

Train 1903 Services

  • AC

  • Luggage

  • Power Socket

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

Train 187 Russian
9:17 PM Esna
3:34 AM Sidfa
6h 17m 17 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 75 EGP

Train 187 Stops

  1. 9:17 PM Esna
  2. 9:44 PM Armant
  3. 10:05 PM Luxor
  4. 10:43 PM Qus
  5. 10:56 PM Qift
  6. 11:15 PM Qena
  7. 11:55 PM Dishna
  8. 12:29 AM Nagaa Hammadi
  9. 12:43 AM Farshut
  10. 12:54 AM Abo Tesht
  11. 1:14 AM Balyana
  12. 1:33 AM Girga
  13. 1:44 AM Usayrat
  14. 1:54 AM Monshaa
  15. 2:05 AM Sohag
  16. 2:31 AM Maragha
  17. 2:48 AM Tahta
  18. 3:15 AM Tima
  19. 3:34 AM Sidfa

Train 187 Photos

Train 187 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains. Last updated: 26 April 2026

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FAQ — Esna to Sidfa Trains

What are the Esna to Sidfa train schedules and prices?

There are 9 daily trains on the Esna–Sidfa route. First departure at 1:39 AM, last at 9:17 PM. Fares range from 75 EGP to 220 EGP depending on class.

  • Train types: AC Russian, Russian, VIP.
  • Journey time: from 4h 55m (fastest) to 6h 17m (slowest).
What is the best and fastest train from Esna to Sidfa?

The fastest train is #1903 (Third Class AC) at 4h 55m, departing 7:19 PM.

Most comfortable: Talgo, VIP (Special), Premium and Abu Al-Hol trains offer wider seats, stronger AC and charging ports.

How do I book a Esna to Sidfa train ticket?

You can book an Esna–Sidfa 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, Esna–Sidfa 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 Esna 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: Esna 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 Esna station you'll find restrooms and cafes in the waiting area.