What is the cheapest way to get from Islamabad (State) to Karachi?

The cheapest way to get from Islamabad (State) to Karachi is to bus which costs $24 - $35 and takes 19h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Islamabad (State) to Karachi?

The fastest way to get from Islamabad (State) to Karachi is to fly which takes 3h 7m and costs $90 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Islamabad (State) and Karachi?

No, there is no direct bus from Islamabad (State) to Karachi. However, there are services departing from Islamabad and arriving at Civil Hospital via Shahrah e Pakistan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Islamabad (State) and Karachi?

No, there is no direct train from Islamabad (State) to Karachi. However, there are services departing from Margala and arriving at Karachi Cant via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h.

How far is it from Islamabad (State) to Karachi?

The distance between Islamabad (State) and Karachi is 1173 km. The road distance is 1356.7 km.

How do I travel from Islamabad (State) to Karachi without a car?

The best way to get from Islamabad (State) to Karachi without a car is to bus via Karachi which takes 19h 42m and costs $28 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Islamabad (State) to Karachi?

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Islamabad (State) to Karachi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Islamabad (State) to Karachi bus from?

Islamabad (State) to Karachi bus services, operated by Faisal Movers, depart from Islamabad station.

Where do I catch the Islamabad (State) to Karachi train from?

Islamabad (State) to Karachi train services, operated by Pakistan Railways, depart from Margala station.

Train, bus or fly from Islamabad (State) to Karachi?

The best way to get from Islamabad (State) to Karachi is to fly which takes 3h 7m and costs $90 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus via Karachi, which costs $28 - $45 and takes 19h 42m, you could also train, which costs $15 - $60 and takes 24h.

Where does the Islamabad (State) to Karachi bus arrive?

Islamabad (State) to Karachi bus services, operated by Faisal Movers, arrive at Karachi station.

Where does the Islamabad (State) to Karachi train arrive?

Islamabad (State) to Karachi train services, operated by Pakistan Railways, arrive at Karachi Cant station.

Can I drive from Islamabad (State) to Karachi?

Yes, the driving distance between Islamabad (State) to Karachi is 1357 km. It takes approximately 15h 59m to drive from Islamabad (State) to Karachi.

Where can I stay near Karachi?

There are 626+ hotels available in Karachi.

Islamabad (State) to Karachi - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Islamabad (State) to Karachi by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Karachi (KHI)plane ISB - KHI
3h 7m
$93–159
Train via Marrir Chowk
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rawalpindi to Karachi Citytrain 12Up
34h 14m
$13–63
Bus via Karachi
1. Take the bus from Islamabad to Karachibus
19h 42m
$28–41
Train
1. Take the train from Margala to Karachi Canttrain 6Dn
24h
$16–58
Drive 1,356.7 km
1. Drive from Islamabad to Karachicar 1,356.7 km
15h 59m
$127–184
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rawalpindi to Karachibus
19h 50m
$24–33

Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Karachi (KHI) flights

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2h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,172.8 km
Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Islamabad (State), Pakistan and Karachi, Pakistan?

Fly Jinnah Services, AirSial, and three other airlines fly from Islamabad International Airport (ISB) to Karachi (KHI) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Faisal Movers operates a bus from Islamabad to Karachi every 2 hours. Tickets cost $23–35 and the journey takes 19h.

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