Bahauddin Zikria Express (25 UP) runs from Karachi to Multan.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karachi City Karachi | Start | 09:30 |
| 2 | Karachi Cantt Karachi | 09:50 | 09:55 |
| 3 | Hyderabad Junction Hyderabad | 11:10 | 11:20 |
| 4 | Nawabshah Junction Nawabshah | 12:35 | 12:40 |
| 5 | Sukkur Junction Sukkur | 14:05 | 14:15 |
| 6 | Rohri Junction Rohri | 14:25 | 14:35 |
| 7 | Rahim Yar Khan Rahim Yar Khan | 16:25 | 16:35 |
| 8 | Bahawalpur Bahawalpur | 17:50 | 18:00 |
| 9 | Multan Cantt Multan | 19:30 | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official Pakistan railways records and may vary due to delays or seasonal changes. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
Bahauddin Zikria Express (25 UP) runs from Karachi to Multan. As a express train, it is a scheduled express service running on a fixed timetable across multiple states or regions.
Bahauddin Zikria Express runs on every day of the week, with the timetable above showing the scheduled departure time at each intermediate stop. The full route includes 9 stops with a total scheduled time of 10h 0m, averaging out to approximately 75 minutes between consecutive stations once dwell time is taken into account. Major intermediate stops along the route include Karachi Cantt, Hyderabad Junction, Nawabshah Junction, Sukkur Junction, providing passenger interchange points with regional and local services where available.
Bahauddin Zikria Express offers 2 travel classes: Economy, AC Standard. The lowest published fare is PKR 300 for Economy, while the highest-class fare is PKR 700 for AC Standard. Higher-class fares typically include wider seating, better climate control, and on many long-distance services include meals or refreshments. Travel class fare differences also reflect coach configuration — for example sleeper berths convert to flat beds for overnight travel, while seated coach classes use forward-facing reclining seats arranged 2+2 or 2+1 across the aisle. Check the per-class fare table on this page for the current published price by class.
Tickets for Bahauddin Zikria Express are sold by Pakistan Railways through the official booking portal at booking.pakrail.gov.pk. Online booking requires your CNIC (Computerised National Identity Card) number for identity verification at the time of reservation. Reservations open exactly 30 days before the departure date — the earliest you can book is at the 30-day mark. Tickets sell out quickly during peak demand periods including Eid-ul-Fitr, Eid-ul-Adha, summer school holidays (June–August), and federal public holidays. AC Sleeper and AC Business class berths on popular long-distance routes can sell out within hours of becoming available. For schedule confirmation, booking support, and delay updates, the Pakistan Railways helpline is available on 117 (free, 24/7).
On the day of travel, arrive at the originating station at least 30–45 minutes before the scheduled departure time. This gives time to locate the correct platform (platform number is announced on station information displays 20–60 minutes before departure), find your reserved coach (coach numbers are marked along the platform edge at major stations), and board with your luggage. Always cross-check the platform number against your e-ticket or seat reservation before boarding — multiple trains can depart within a short window from adjacent platforms during peak periods.
This Bahauddin Zikria Express page is part of the TrainsTracking Pakistan timetable collection covering passenger rail services across the Pakistan Railways network. Schedule data is verified daily against the official operator timetable, and fare information reflects the most recent published tariff. TrainsTracking is an information platform and does not process bookings or payments — all ticket purchases are completed directly through booking.pakrail.gov.pk. For real-time delay information, platform changes, and same-day cancellations, always check station displays or the official operator app immediately before travel.
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Book Bahauddin Zikria Express tickets at booking.pakrail.gov.pk, the official Pakistan Railways portal. Enter your CNIC number to select train, class, date, and seat. Online booking typically opens 30 to 90 days before departure.
Book NowVisit any Pakistan Railways booking office in person. Bring your original CNIC. Offices are open 08:00–20:00 daily. Book early for popular departure times and holidays.
Call Pakistan Railways helpline 117 (free, 24/7) for schedule info, delay updates, and booking assistance.
Call 117Bahauddin Zikria Express departs at 09:30 and arrives at the final destination at 19:30. The total scheduled journey time is approximately 10h 0m. Times use the official Pakistan timetable and are local times at each stop. Always verify with Pakistan Railways on the day of travel as schedules can change due to engineering work or seasonal adjustments.
Bahauddin Zikria Express fares start from approximately PKR 300 for Economy class and go up to PKR 700 for AC Standard. Higher-class fares include wider seating, climate control, and on long-distance services may include meals. Book through booking.pakrail.gov.pk for the latest published fares and to check current seat availability.
Tickets for Bahauddin Zikria Express are sold through booking.pakrail.gov.pk, the official Pakistan Railways booking platform. Your CNIC number is required for online bookings. Reservations open exactly 30 days before the journey date. Tickets can also be purchased at station booking offices during opening hours, typically 08:00–20:00 daily.
Bahauddin Zikria Express makes 9 scheduled stops along its route. The journey starts at Karachi City and ends at Multan Cantt. Major intermediate stops include Karachi Cantt, Hyderabad Junction, Nawabshah Junction, Sukkur Junction, Rohri Junction. The full stop sequence with arrival and departure times is shown in the table above.
Bahauddin Zikria Express running days are shown in the hero section at the top of this page (badges indicate which days of the week the train operates). Some long-distance services run daily while others operate only on specific days (typically weekday-only or weekend-only). Operating days can change with the annual timetable revision (usually December) so verify current running days with Pakistan Railways before booking, particularly for trips planned more than 6 months ahead.
Pakistan Railways online booking via booking.pakrail.gov.pk currently requires a valid CNIC, which limits direct booking by international travellers. International passengers typically book through a local agent, a hotel concierge, or a family member with a CNIC. Tickets can also be bought in person at any major station booking office on arrival in Pakistan.
Bahauddin Zikria Express offers 2 travel classes: Economy, AC Standard. Economy or standard classes have reserved numbered seats at the lowest fare. Premium classes (business, first class, sleeper) add wider seats, climate control, and on overnight services berths for lying flat. The fare table on this page lists current published prices for each class.
Platform numbers are not pre-published — they are announced on station information displays between 20 and 60 minutes before scheduled departure. Arrive early at the originating station to check the platform allocation displays. At larger stations, platform numbers can also be viewed on the operator's app. If the train is delayed or rescheduled, the platform may change at short notice — always verify against station displays immediately before boarding.
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