What is the cheapest way to get from Islamabad to Karachi?

The cheapest way to get from Islamabad to Karachi is to train via Marrir Chowk which costs $13 - $65 and takes 34h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Islamabad to Karachi?

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

Is there a direct bus between Islamabad and Karachi?

No, there is no direct bus from Islamabad to Karachi. However, there are services departing from Rawalpindi and arriving at Karachi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Islamabad and Karachi?

No, there is no direct train from Islamabad 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 to Karachi?

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

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

The best way to get from Islamabad to Karachi without a car is to bus which takes 18h 43m and costs $24 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Islamabad to Karachi?

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

Where do I catch the Islamabad to Karachi bus from?

Islamabad to Karachi bus services, operated by Kainat Travels, depart from Rawalpindi station.

Where do I catch the Islamabad to Karachi train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Islamabad to Karachi?

The best way to get from Islamabad to Karachi is to fly which takes 3h 7m and costs $90 - $160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $24 - $35 and takes 18h 43m, you could also train, which costs $15 - $60 and takes 24h.

Where does the Islamabad to Karachi bus arrive?

Islamabad to Karachi bus services, operated by Kainat Travels, arrive at Karachi station.

Where does the Islamabad to Karachi train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Islamabad to Karachi?

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

Where can I stay near Karachi?

There are 626+ hotels available in Karachi.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Islamabad 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
1. Take the bus from Rawalpindi to Karachibus
18h 43m
$24–32
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 via Karachi
1. Take the bus from Islamabad to Karachibus
19h 42m
$28–41

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

86Weekly Planes

2h 8mAverage Duration

$88Cheapest Price

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

What companies run services between Islamabad, 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, Kainat Travels operates a bus from Rawalpindi to Karachi 5 times a day. Tickets cost $23–30 and the journey takes 18h 30m.

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