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Qantara Gharb to Tanta Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 4 trains daily from Qantara Gharb to Tanta.
Departures from 8:08 AM to 6:57 PM. Journey time 3h 22m – 4h 8m.

  • Trains4 /day
  • First8:08 AM
  • Last6:57 PM
  • Duration3h 22m – 4h 8m
  • Fare45 – 75 EGP
  • Fastest570-571 AC Russian
Trains from Qantara Gharb to Tanta
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 570-571 AC Russian
8:08 AM Qantara Gharb
11:30 AM Tanta
3h 22m 13 stops
  • Third Class AC 65 EGP
— third-class car specific for army persons attached

Train 570-571 Stops

  1. 8:08 AM Qantara Gharb
  2. 8:32 AM Sheikh Zayed
  3. 8:38 AM Ismailia
  4. 8:59 AM Abo Swer
  5. 9:15 AM Qassasin
  6. 9:31 AM Tal Kabeer
  7. 9:38 AM Mahjar Abo Hammad
  8. 9:45 AM Abo Hammad
  9. 10:01 AM Zagazig
  10. 10:11 AM Zagazig University
  11. 10:40 AM Tafhna Ashraf
  12. 10:56 AM Mit Ghamer
  13. 11:03 AM Zefta
  14. 11:19 AM Santa
  15. 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
2:52 PM Qantara Gharb
7:00 PM Tanta
4h 8m 14 stops
N/A
— Operates daily, excluding Fridays and holidays

Train 1114 Stops

  1. 2:52 PM Qantara Gharb
  2. 3:29 PM Sheikh Zayed
  3. 3:44 PM Ismailia
  4. 4:02 PM Abo Swer
  5. 4:20 PM Qassasin
  6. 4:36 PM Tal Kabeer
  7. 4:49 PM Abo Hammad
  8. 5:24 PM Zagazig
  9. 5:30 PM Zagazig University
  10. 5:39 PM Naghas
  11. 5:49 PM Om Zein
  12. 6:00 PM Tafhna Ashraf
  13. 6:17 PM Mit Ghamer
  14. 6:23 PM Zefta
  15. 6:44 PM Santa
  16. 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
5:05 PM Qantara Gharb
8:32 PM Tanta
3h 27m 6 stops
  • Third Class AC 75 EGP
— —

Train 3010-3011 Stops

  1. 5:05 PM Qantara Gharb
  2. 5:40 PM Ismailia
  3. 6:42 PM Abo Hammad
  4. 7:03 PM Zagazig
  5. 7:30 PM Menyet Qamh
  6. 8:05 PM Quesna
  7. 8:17 PM Berket Saba
  8. 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
6:57 PM Qantara Gharb
10:35 PM Tanta
3h 38m 11 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 45 EGP
— —

Train 590-591 Stops

  1. 6:57 PM Qantara Gharb
  2. 7:24 PM Sheikh Zayed
  3. 7:30 PM Ismailia
  4. 7:52 PM Abo Swer
  5. 8:10 PM Qassasin
  6. 8:27 PM Tal Kabeer
  7. 8:39 PM Abo Hammad
  8. 9:00 PM Zagazig
  9. 9:46 PM Tafhna Ashraf
  10. 10:01 PM Mit Ghamer
  11. 10:08 PM Zefta
  12. 10:24 PM Santa
  13. 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 — Qantara Gharb to Tanta Trains

What are the Qantara Gharb to Tanta train schedules and prices?

There are 4 daily trains on the Qantara Gharb–Tanta route. First departure at 8:08 AM, last at 6:57 PM. Fares range from 45 EGP to 75 EGP depending on class.

  • Train types: AC Russian, Improved, Russian.
  • Journey time: from 3h 22m (fastest) to 4h 8m (slowest).
What is the best and fastest train from Qantara Gharb to Tanta?

The fastest train is #570-571 (Third Class AC (Bahri)) at 3h 22m, departing 8:08 AM.

Most comfortable:

How do I book a Qantara Gharb to Tanta train ticket?

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