Business Express (25 UP) is the premium high-speed service between Lahore and Karachi, running every alternate day. It offers the fastest scheduled journey time for the Lahore-Karachi corridor with fewer intermediate stops and modern air-conditioned coaches.
| # | 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.
Business Express (25 UP) is the premium high-speed service between Lahore and Karachi, running every alternate day. It offers the fastest scheduled journey time for the Lahore-Karachi corridor with fewer intermediate stops and modern air-conditioned coaches.
The train runs on every day of the week. The full route covers 9 stops with a total journey time of approximately 10h 0m.
Available travel classes include AC Sleeper, Business. Fares start from PKR 4,000 for AC Sleeper.
Book Business Express tickets at booking.pakrail.gov.pk, the official Pakistan Railways portal. You will need your CNIC number to complete the reservation. Tickets are released 30 days before departure and sell out quickly at peak periods including Eid, summer holidays, and federal public holidays. For timetable queries and booking support, call the Pakistan Railways helpline on 117 (free, 24/7).
Passengers are advised to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to locate the correct platform and coach. Bedrolls are typically provided in sleeper classes. Passengers should carry a light jacket as air conditioning can be cold overnight.
Lie-flat berths for overnight comfort
Premium seating, exclusive coach
Book Business 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 117Business Express departs at 09:30 and arrives at the final destination at 19:30. Total journey time is approximately 10h 0m. Always verify current timings with Pakistan Railways before travelling.
Business Express fares start from approximately 4,000 (economy class). Book at booking.pakrail.gov.pk for the latest prices.
Book Business Express tickets at booking.pakrail.gov.pk, the official Pakistan Railways booking portal. Tickets are also available at station booking offices. Book in advance for popular routes and holiday periods.
Business Express makes 9 stops. The route starts at Karachi City and ends at Multan Cantt. Major intermediate stops include Karachi Cantt, Hyderabad Junction, Nawabshah Junction, Sukkur Junction.
Check the running days shown in the hero section on this page. Some routes run daily, others run on selected days only. Always verify the current running schedule on the Pakistan Railways website or app before booking.
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