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Kafr Sheikh to Tanta Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 8 trains daily from Kafr Sheikh to Tanta.
Departures from 7:30 AM to 10:14 PM. Journey time 1h 30m – 2h 50m.

  • Trains8 /day
  • First7:30 AM
  • Last10:14 PM
  • Duration1h 30m – 2h 50m
  • Fastest804 Improved
Trains from Kafr Sheikh to Tanta
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 488 Improved
7:30 AM Kafr Sheikh
9:35 AM Tanta
2h 5m 19 stops
N/A
— —

Train 488 Stops

  1. 7:30 AM Kafr Sheikh
  2. 7:33 AM Sakha
  3. 7:38 AM Rezqet Amay
  4. 7:41 AM Mahallat Mousa
  5. 7:45 AM Hamidiyyah
  6. 7:49 AM Monshaah Soghra
  7. 7:53 AM Nashart
  8. 7:56 AM Henawi
  9. 8:04 AM Qleen
  10. 8:08 AM Qleen B
  11. 8:12 AM Ezbet Godah
  12. 8:20 AM Shin
  13. 8:26 AM Hwin
  14. 8:37 AM Qotur
  15. 8:43 AM Ibrahimiah
  16. 8:49 AM Ebshway
  17. 8:55 AM Segin
  18. 9:13 AM Mahallat Rouh
  19. 9:18 AM Shebshir Hessah
  20. 9:25 AM Ragdiah
  21. 9:35 AM Tanta

Train 488 Photos

Train 488 photo gallery
Improved class Egyptian train coach exterior
Improved
Improved class Egyptian train coach interior
Improved
Improved class distinctive third class ordinary seats Egypt
Improved
Improved class Egyptian train bathroom
Improved

Train 488 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Track train 488 live
Train 506 Improved
8:20 AM Kafr Sheikh
10:25 AM Tanta
2h 5m 19 stops
N/A
— —

Train 506 Stops

  1. 8:20 AM Kafr Sheikh
  2. 8:26 AM Sakha
  3. 8:31 AM Rezqet Amay
  4. 8:34 AM Mahallat Mousa
  5. 8:38 AM Hamidiyyah
  6. 8:42 AM Monshaah Soghra
  7. 8:46 AM Nashart
  8. 8:49 AM Henawi
  9. 9:09 AM Qleen
  10. 9:13 AM Qleen B
  11. 9:17 AM Ezbet Godah
  12. 9:23 AM Shin
  13. 9:29 AM Hwin
  14. 9:36 AM Qotur
  15. 9:42 AM Ibrahimiah
  16. 9:48 AM Ebshway
  17. 9:54 AM Segin
  18. 10:03 AM Mahallat Rouh
  19. 10:08 AM Shebshir Hessah
  20. 10:15 AM Ragdiah
  21. 10:25 AM Tanta

Train 506 Photos

Train 506 photo gallery
Improved class Egyptian train coach exterior
Improved
Improved class Egyptian train coach interior
Improved
Improved class distinctive third class ordinary seats Egypt
Improved
Improved class Egyptian train bathroom
Improved

Train 506 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Track train 506 live
Train 492 Improved
10:31 AM Kafr Sheikh
12:35 PM Tanta
2h 4m 19 stops
N/A
— —

Train 492 Stops

  1. 10:31 AM Kafr Sheikh
  2. 10:39 AM Sakha
  3. 10:44 AM Rezqet Amay
  4. 10:50 AM Mahallat Mousa
  5. 10:55 AM Hamidiyyah
  6. 10:59 AM Monshaah Soghra
  7. 11:04 AM Nashart
  8. 11:09 AM Henawi
  9. 11:19 AM Qleen
  10. 11:22 AM Qleen B
  11. 11:26 AM Ezbet Godah
  12. 11:31 AM Shin
  13. 11:37 AM Hwin
  14. 11:44 AM Qotur
  15. 11:50 AM Ibrahimiah
  16. 12:00 PM Ebshway
  17. 12:06 PM Segin
  18. 12:14 PM Mahallat Rouh
  19. 12:19 PM Shebshir Hessah
  20. 12:26 PM Ragdiah
  21. 12:35 PM Tanta

Train 492 Photos

Train 492 photo gallery
Improved class Egyptian train coach exterior
Improved
Improved class Egyptian train coach interior
Improved
Improved class distinctive third class ordinary seats Egypt
Improved
Improved class Egyptian train bathroom
Improved

Train 492 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Track train 492 live
Train 876 Improved
1:21 PM Kafr Sheikh
3:10 PM Tanta
1h 49m 10 stops
N/A
— —

Train 876 Stops

  1. 1:21 PM Kafr Sheikh
  2. 1:25 PM Sakha
  3. 1:39 PM Mahallat Mousa
  4. 1:48 PM Nashart
  5. 1:59 PM Qleen
  6. 2:01 PM Qleen B
  7. 2:11 PM Shin
  8. 2:21 PM Qotur
  9. 2:40 PM Ebshway
  10. 2:46 PM Segin
  11. 2:54 PM Mahallat Rouh
  12. 3:10 PM Tanta

Train 876 Photos

Train 876 photo gallery
Improved class Egyptian train coach exterior
Improved
Improved class Egyptian train coach interior
Improved
Improved class distinctive third class ordinary seats Egypt
Improved
Improved class Egyptian train bathroom
Improved

Train 876 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Track train 876 live
Train 494 Improved
2:22 PM Kafr Sheikh
4:30 PM Tanta
2h 8m 19 stops
N/A
— —

Train 494 Stops

  1. 2:22 PM Kafr Sheikh
  2. 2:26 PM Sakha
  3. 2:30 PM Rezqet Amay
  4. 2:35 PM Mahallat Mousa
  5. 2:40 PM Hamidiyyah
  6. 2:44 PM Monshaah Soghra
  7. 2:48 PM Nashart
  8. 2:51 PM Henawi
  9. 3:09 PM Qleen
  10. 3:12 PM Qleen B
  11. 3:16 PM Ezbet Godah
  12. 3:20 PM Shin
  13. 3:25 PM Hwin
  14. 3:41 PM Qotur
  15. 3:47 PM Ibrahimiah
  16. 3:53 PM Ebshway
  17. 3:59 PM Segin
  18. 4:09 PM Mahallat Rouh
  19. 4:14 PM Shebshir Hessah
  20. 4:21 PM Ragdiah
  21. 4:30 PM Tanta

Train 494 Photos

Train 494 photo gallery
Improved class Egyptian train coach exterior
Improved
Improved class Egyptian train coach interior
Improved
Improved class distinctive third class ordinary seats Egypt
Improved
Improved class Egyptian train bathroom
Improved

Train 494 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Track train 494 live
Train 496 Improved
4:35 PM Kafr Sheikh
7:25 PM Tanta
2h 50m 19 stops
N/A
— —

Train 496 Stops

  1. 4:35 PM Kafr Sheikh
  2. 4:38 PM Sakha
  3. 4:43 PM Rezqet Amay
  4. 4:47 PM Mahallat Mousa
  5. 4:51 PM Hamidiyyah
  6. 4:55 PM Monshaah Soghra
  7. 4:59 PM Nashart
  8. 5:03 PM Henawi
  9. 5:09 PM Qleen
  10. 5:13 PM Qleen B
  11. 5:17 PM Ezbet Godah
  12. 5:23 PM Shin
  13. 5:28 PM Hwin
  14. 5:36 PM Qotur
  15. 5:42 PM Ibrahimiah
  16. 5:49 PM Ebshway
  17. 5:54 PM Segin
  18. 7:04 PM Mahallat Rouh
  19. 7:08 PM Shebshir Hessah
  20. 7:14 PM Ragdiah
  21. 7:25 PM Tanta

Train 496 Photos

Train 496 photo gallery
Improved class Egyptian train coach exterior
Improved
Improved class Egyptian train coach interior
Improved
Improved class distinctive third class ordinary seats Egypt
Improved
Improved class Egyptian train bathroom
Improved

Train 496 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Track train 496 live
Train 804 Improved
7:00 PM Kafr Sheikh
8:30 PM Tanta
1h 30m 10 stops
N/A
— —

Train 804 Stops

  1. 7:00 PM Kafr Sheikh
  2. 7:04 PM Sakha
  3. 7:11 PM Mahallat Mousa
  4. 7:21 PM Nashart
  5. 7:29 PM Qleen
  6. 7:32 PM Qleen B
  7. 7:39 PM Shin
  8. 7:49 PM Qotur
  9. 7:59 PM Ebshway
  10. 8:05 PM Segin
  11. 8:14 PM Mahallat Rouh
  12. 8:30 PM Tanta

Train 804 Photos

Train 804 photo gallery
Improved class Egyptian train coach exterior
Improved
Improved class Egyptian train coach interior
Improved
Improved class distinctive third class ordinary seats Egypt
Improved
Improved class Egyptian train bathroom
Improved

Train 804 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Track train 804 live
Train 502 Improved
10:14 PM Kafr Sheikh
12:20 AM Tanta
2h 6m 19 stops
N/A
— —

Train 502 Stops

  1. 10:14 PM Kafr Sheikh
  2. 10:18 PM Sakha
  3. 10:23 PM Rezqet Amay
  4. 10:27 PM Mahallat Mousa
  5. 10:32 PM Hamidiyyah
  6. 10:36 PM Monshaah Soghra
  7. 10:40 PM Nashart
  8. 10:44 PM Henawi
  9. 10:59 PM Qleen
  10. 11:03 PM Qleen B
  11. 11:07 PM Ezbet Godah
  12. 11:12 PM Shin
  13. 11:18 PM Hwin
  14. 11:26 PM Qotur
  15. 11:32 PM Ibrahimiah
  16. 11:39 PM Ebshway
  17. 11:46 PM Segin
  18. 11:59 PM Mahallat Rouh
  19. 12:04 AM Shebshir Hessah
  20. 12:11 AM Ragdiah
  21. 12:20 AM Tanta

Train 502 Photos

Train 502 photo gallery
Improved class Egyptian train coach exterior
Improved
Improved class Egyptian train coach interior
Improved
Improved class distinctive third class ordinary seats Egypt
Improved
Improved class Egyptian train bathroom
Improved

Train 502 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Track train 502 live

Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains. Last updated: 9 June 2025

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FAQ — Kafr Sheikh to Tanta Trains

What are the Kafr Sheikh to Tanta train schedules and prices?

There are 8 daily trains on the Kafr Sheikh–Tanta route. First departure at 7:30 AM, last at 10:14 PM. Fares range from 0 EGP to 0 EGP depending on class.

  • Train types: Improved.
  • Journey time: from 1h 30m (fastest) to 2h 50m (slowest).
What is the best and fastest train from Kafr Sheikh to Tanta?

The fastest train is #804 at 1h 30m, departing 7:00 PM.

Most comfortable:

How do I book a Kafr Sheikh to Tanta train ticket?

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