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Tanta to Silwa Bahari Train Schedule & Prices

According to Egypt Trains, there are 3 trains daily from Tanta to Silwa Bahari.
Departures from 7:28 AM to 7:33 PM. Journey time 13h 47m – 16h 16m.

  • Trains3 /day
  • First7:28 AM
  • Last7:33 PM
  • Duration13h 47m – 16h 16m
  • Fare135 – 480 EGP
  • Fastest3008 AC Russian
Trains from Tanta to Silwa Bahari
Train Schedule Duration Stops Prices Distance Note Trip details
Train 3008 AC Russian
7:28 AM Tanta
9:15 PM Silwa Bahari
13h 47m 23 stops
  • Third Class AC 235 EGP
— —

Train 3008 Stops

  1. 7:28 AM Tanta
  2. 8:30 AM Cairo
  3. 8:53 AM Upper Egypt
  4. 9:04 AM Giza
  5. 10:01 AM Wasta
  6. 10:27 AM Beni Suef
  7. 11:10 AM Maghagha
  8. 12:05 PM Minya
  9. 12:50 PM Mallawi
  10. 1:17 PM Dayrout
  11. 2:24 PM Asyut
  12. 2:59 PM Tima
  13. 3:17 PM Tahta
  14. 3:50 PM Sohag
  15. 4:26 PM Girga
  16. 4:46 PM Balyana
  17. 5:20 PM Nagaa Hammadi
  18. 6:05 PM Qena
  19. 6:36 PM Qus
  20. 7:00 PM Luxor
  21. 7:30 PM Armant
  22. 7:58 PM Esna
  23. 8:16 PM Sibaiyyah
  24. 8:45 PM Edfu
  25. 9:15 PM Silwa Bahari

Train 3008 Photos

Train 3008 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 3008 Services

  • AC

  • Luggage

  • Power Socket

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

Track train 3008 live
Train 164 Russian
1:48 PM Tanta
6:04 AM Silwa Bahari
16h 16m 34 stops
  • Third Class (Fan) 135 EGP
— —

Train 164 Stops

  1. 1:48 PM Tanta
  2. 2:06 PM Berket Saba
  3. 2:19 PM Quesna
  4. 2:34 PM Banha
  5. 3:15 PM Cairo
  6. 3:45 PM Upper Egypt
  7. 3:50 PM Giza
  8. 5:02 PM Wasta
  9. 5:31 PM Beni Suef
  10. 7:05 PM Minya
  11. 9:05 PM Asyut
  12. 9:36 PM Abo Tij
  13. 9:48 PM Sidfa
  14. 9:59 PM Tima
  15. 10:17 PM Tahta
  16. 10:34 PM Maragha
  17. 10:55 PM Sohag
  18. 11:19 PM Monshaa
  19. 11:29 PM Usayrat
  20. 11:40 PM Girga
  21. 11:59 PM Balyana
  22. 12:18 AM Abo Tesht
  23. 12:31 AM Farshut
  24. 12:45 AM Nagaa Hammadi
  25. 1:19 AM Dishna
  26. 1:45 AM Qena
  27. 2:34 AM Qift
  28. 3:00 AM Qus
  29. 3:25 AM Luxor
  30. 4:20 AM Armant
  31. 4:48 AM Esna
  32. 5:04 AM Sharawnah
  33. 5:13 AM Sibaiyyah
  34. 5:26 AM Mahamid
  35. 5:45 AM Edfu
  36. 6:04 AM Silwa Bahari

Train 164 Photos

Train 164 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 164 Services

  • Wide Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

  • Ventilation

Track train 164 live
Train 88 AC Spanish
7:33 PM Tanta
10:52 AM Silwa Bahari
15h 19m 29 stops
  • Second Class AC 330 EGP
  • First Class AC 480 EGP
— —

Train 88 Stops

  1. 7:33 PM Tanta
  2. 8:35 PM Cairo
  3. 9:40 PM Upper Egypt
  4. 9:54 PM Giza
  5. 10:51 PM Wasta
  6. 11:15 PM Beni Suef
  7. 11:58 PM Maghagha
  8. 12:14 AM Beni Mazar
  9. 12:55 AM Minya
  10. 1:35 AM Mallawi
  11. 1:57 AM Dayrout
  12. 2:50 AM Asyut
  13. 3:32 AM Tima
  14. 3:49 AM Tahta
  15. 4:20 AM Sohag
  16. 4:41 AM Monshaa
  17. 4:59 AM Girga
  18. 5:16 AM Balyana
  19. 5:54 AM Abo Tesht
  20. 6:06 AM Farshut
  21. 6:20 AM Nagaa Hammadi
  22. 6:49 AM Dishna
  23. 7:15 AM Qena
  24. 7:58 AM Qift
  25. 8:14 AM Qus
  26. 8:40 AM Luxor
  27. 9:09 AM Armant
  28. 9:26 AM Esna
  29. 9:54 AM Sibaiyyah
  30. 10:23 AM Edfu
  31. 10:52 AM Silwa Bahari

Train 88 Photos

Train 88 photo gallery
Spanish AC upgraded train coach exterior Egypt
AC Spanish
Spanish AC upgraded train second class seats Egypt
AC Spanish
Spanish AC upgraded train first class seats Egypt
AC Spanish
Spanish AC train bathroom Egypt
AC Spanish

Train 88 Services

  • AC

  • Buffet

  • Reclining Seats

  • Luggage

  • Restroom

  • No Smoking

Track train 88 live

Data sourced from the official Egyptian National Railways timetable, published by Egypt Trains. Last updated: 5 December 2025

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FAQ — Tanta to Silwa Bahari Trains

What are the Tanta to Silwa Bahari train schedules and prices?

There are 3 daily trains on the Tanta–Silwa Bahari route. First departure at 7:28 AM, last at 7:33 PM. Fares range from 135 EGP to 480 EGP depending on class.

  • Train types: AC Russian, Russian, AC Spanish.
  • Journey time: from 13h 47m (fastest) to 16h 16m (slowest).
What is the best and fastest train from Tanta to Silwa Bahari?

The fastest train is #3008 (Third Class AC) at 13h 47m, departing 7:28 AM.

Most comfortable:

How do I book a Tanta to Silwa Bahari train ticket?

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