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Port Said to Tanta Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 4 trains daily from Port Said to Tanta.
Departures from 7:25 AM to 6:15 PM. Journey time 4h 5m – 4h 50m.

  • Trains4 /day
  • First7:25 AM
  • Last6:15 PM
  • Duration4h 5m – 4h 50m
  • Fare55 – 85 EGP
  • Fastest570-571 AC Russian
Trains from Port Said to Tanta
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 570-571 AC Russian
7:25 AM Port Said
11:30 AM Tanta
4h 5m 14 stops
  • Third Class AC 80 EGP
— third-class car specific for army persons attached

Train 570-571 Stops

  1. 7:25 AM Port Said
  2. 8:07 AM Qantara Gharb
  3. 8:32 AM Sheikh Zayed
  4. 8:38 AM Ismailia
  5. 8:59 AM Abo Swer
  6. 9:15 AM Qassasin
  7. 9:31 AM Tal Kabeer
  8. 9:38 AM Mahjar Abo Hammad
  9. 9:45 AM Abo Hammad
  10. 10:01 AM Zagazig
  11. 10:11 AM Zagazig University
  12. 10:40 AM Tafhna Ashraf
  13. 10:56 AM Mit Ghamer
  14. 11:03 AM Zefta
  15. 11:19 AM Santa
  16. 11:30 AM Tanta

Train 570-571 Photos

Train 570-571 photo gallery
Russian AC train coach exterior Egypt
AC Russian
Russian AC train coach interior Egypt
AC Russian
Russian AC train third class seats Egypt
AC Russian
Russian AC train bathroom Egypt
AC Russian

Train 570-571 Services

  • AC

  • Luggage

  • Power Socket

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

Track train 570-571 live
Train 1114 Improved
2:10 PM Port Said
7:00 PM Tanta
4h 50m 15 stops
N/A
— Operates daily, excluding Fridays and holidays

Train 1114 Stops

  1. 2:10 PM Port Said
  2. 2:51 PM Qantara Gharb
  3. 3:29 PM Sheikh Zayed
  4. 3:44 PM Ismailia
  5. 4:02 PM Abo Swer
  6. 4:20 PM Qassasin
  7. 4:36 PM Tal Kabeer
  8. 4:49 PM Abo Hammad
  9. 5:24 PM Zagazig
  10. 5:30 PM Zagazig University
  11. 5:39 PM Naghas
  12. 5:49 PM Om Zein
  13. 6:00 PM Tafhna Ashraf
  14. 6:17 PM Mit Ghamer
  15. 6:23 PM Zefta
  16. 6:44 PM Santa
  17. 7:00 PM Tanta

Train 1114 Photos

Train 1114 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 1114 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Track train 1114 live
Train 3010-3011 AC Russian
4:20 PM Port Said
8:32 PM Tanta
4h 12m 7 stops
  • Third Class AC 85 EGP
— —

Train 3010-3011 Stops

  1. 4:20 PM Port Said
  2. 5:04 PM Qantara Gharb
  3. 5:40 PM Ismailia
  4. 6:42 PM Abo Hammad
  5. 7:03 PM Zagazig
  6. 7:30 PM Menyet Qamh
  7. 8:05 PM Quesna
  8. 8:17 PM Berket Saba
  9. 8:32 PM Tanta

Train 3010-3011 Photos

Train 3010-3011 photo gallery
Russian AC train coach exterior Egypt
AC Russian
Russian AC train coach interior Egypt
AC Russian
Russian AC train third class seats Egypt
AC Russian
Russian AC train bathroom Egypt
AC Russian

Train 3010-3011 Services

  • AC

  • Luggage

  • Power Socket

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

Track train 3010-3011 live
Train 590-591 Russian
6:15 PM Port Said
10:35 PM Tanta
4h 20m 12 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 55 EGP
— —

Train 590-591 Stops

  1. 6:15 PM Port Said
  2. 6:56 PM Qantara Gharb
  3. 7:24 PM Sheikh Zayed
  4. 7:30 PM Ismailia
  5. 7:52 PM Abo Swer
  6. 8:10 PM Qassasin
  7. 8:27 PM Tal Kabeer
  8. 8:39 PM Abo Hammad
  9. 9:00 PM Zagazig
  10. 9:46 PM Tafhna Ashraf
  11. 10:01 PM Mit Ghamer
  12. 10:08 PM Zefta
  13. 10:24 PM Santa
  14. 10:35 PM Tanta

Train 590-591 Photos

Train 590-591 photo gallery
Russian third class ordinary train coach exterior Egypt
Russian
Russian train fan-ventilated coach interior Egypt
Russian
Russian third class fan-ventilated train seats Egypt
Russian
Russian train bathroom Egypt
Russian

Train 590-591 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Track train 590-591 live

Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains. Last updated: 31 July 2025

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FAQ — Port Said to Tanta Trains

What are the Port Said to Tanta train schedules and prices?

There are 4 daily trains on the Port Said–Tanta route. First departure at 7:25 AM, last at 6:15 PM. Fares range from 55 EGP to 85 EGP depending on class.

  • Train types: AC Russian, Improved, Russian.
  • Journey time: from 4h 5m (fastest) to 4h 50m (slowest).
What is the best and fastest train from Port Said to Tanta?

The fastest train is #570-571 (Third Class AC (Bahri)) at 4h 5m, departing 7:25 AM.

Most comfortable:

How do I book a Port Said to Tanta train ticket?

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