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Green Line(5 UP)

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Green Line (5 UP) is Pakistan Railways' premium air-conditioned express running from Karachi to Islamabad (Margalla). Introduced as a flagship upgrade to the Karachi-Islamabad corridor, it offers modern coaches, power outlets, and improved comfort on the 1,343 km route. The train departs on alternate days.

Journey Time
20h 45m
Total Distance
1,342 km
Stations
22
From
PKR 1,500

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08:30
Karachi City
05:15
Islamabad
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This train departs at 08:30 and arrives at 05:15.

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Green Line — Full Timetable & All Stops

22 stops
#StationArrivalDeparture
1Karachi City
Karachi
Start08:30
2Karachi Cantt
Karachi
08:5008:55
3Hyderabad Junction
Hyderabad
10:1510:25
4Kotri Junction
Kotri
10:4010:45
5Nawabshah Junction
Nawabshah
12:0012:05
6Sukkur Junction
Sukkur
13:3013:40
7Rohri Junction
Rohri
13:5014:00
8Khanpur Junction
Khanpur
15:3015:35
9Rahim Yar Khan
Rahim Yar Khan
15:5016:00
10Bahawalpur
Bahawalpur
17:1517:25
11Multan Cantt
Multan
19:0019:15
12Khanewal Junction
Khanewal
19:5019:55
13Sahiwal
Sahiwal
21:1521:20
14Lahore Junction
Lahore
23:0023:20
15Gujranwala
Gujranwala
00:2000:25
16Wazirabad Junction
Wazirabad
00:50 (+1d)00:55 (+1d)
17Gujrat
Gujrat
01:15 (+1d)01:20 (+1d)
18Lala Musa Junction
Lala Musa
01:40 (+1d)01:45 (+1d)
19Jhelum
Jhelum
02:30 (+1d)02:35 (+1d)
20Gujar Khan
Gujar Khan
03:20 (+1d)03:25 (+1d)
21Rawalpindi
Rawalpindi
04:15 (+1d)04:30 (+1d)
22Islamabad
Islamabad
05:15 (+1d)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.

About Green Line

Green Line (Train No. 5 UP) is a special express. It runs between Karachi and Islamabad. The journey covers 22 stations and takes approximately 20h 45m. Book tickets at booking.pakrail.gov.pk — operated by Pakistan Railways.

Train Number
5 UP
Category
Special
Origin
Karachi
Destination
Islamabad

Ticket Classes & Onboard Facilities

EconomyPKR 1,500

Standard seating, most affordable class

AC StandardPKR 3,200

Air-conditioned reserved seating

AC SleeperPKR 5,500

Lie-flat berths for overnight comfort

BusinessPKR 8,500

Premium seating, exclusive coach

Onboard Facilities

AC Coaches Available
On AC Standard, AC Sleeper & Business
Sleeper Berths
Lie-flat berths for overnight travel
Economy Class
Affordable seating for all passengers
Pantry Car
Hot meals and snacks on board
Luggage Allowance
35 kg free per passenger
Wheelchair Access
Contact station 24h in advance

How to Book Green Line Tickets

01

Book Online

Book Green Line 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 30–90 days before departure.

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02

At the Station

Visit 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.

03

Need Help?

Call Pakistan Railways helpline 117 (free, 24/7) for schedule info, delay updates, and booking assistance.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Green Line

What are the timings for Green Line?

Green Line departs at 08:30 and arrives at the final destination at 05:15 (next day). Total journey time is approximately 20h 45m. Always verify current timings with Pakistan Railways before travelling.

How much is the ticket price for Green Line?

Green Line fares start from approximately 1,500 (economy class). Book at booking.pakrail.gov.pk for the latest prices.

How do I book tickets for Green Line?

Book Green Line 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.

How many stops does Green Line make?

Green Line makes 22 stops. The route starts at Karachi City and ends at Islamabad. Major intermediate stops include Karachi Cantt, Hyderabad Junction, Kotri Junction, Nawabshah Junction.

Does Green Line run daily?

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.

Green Line Ticket Prices

EconomyPKR 1,500
AC StandardPKR 3,200
AC SleeperPKR 5,500
BusinessPKR 8,500
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Quick Info

Train No5 UP
TypeSpecial
FromKarachi
ToIslamabad
Duration20h 45m
Distance1342 km
Stops22
Departs08:30
Pakistan Railways Helpline
117
(free, 24/7)