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Karachi Express(16 DN)

Lahore JunctionKarachi City
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Karachi Express (16 DN) runs from Lahore to Karachi.

Journey Time
14h 15m
Total Distance
1,057 km
Stations
14
From
PKR 950

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20:00
Lahore Junction
10:15
Karachi City
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This train departs at 20:00 and arrives at 10:15.

Position calculated from published timetable · refreshes every 30s

Karachi Express — Full Timetable & All Stops

14 stops
#StationArrivalDeparture
1Lahore Junction
Lahore
Start20:00
2Sahiwal
Sahiwal
21:4521:50
3Khanewal Junction
Khanewal
23:0523:10
4Multan Cantt
Multan
23:5500:10
5Bahawalpur
Bahawalpur
01:30 (+1d)01:40 (+1d)
6Rahim Yar Khan
Rahim Yar Khan
02:55 (+1d)03:05 (+1d)
7Khanpur Junction
Khanpur
03:20 (+1d)03:25 (+1d)
8Rohri Junction
Rohri
05:00 (+1d)05:10 (+1d)
9Sukkur Junction
Sukkur
05:20 (+1d)05:30 (+1d)
10Nawabshah Junction
Nawabshah
06:50 (+1d)06:55 (+1d)
11Kotri Junction
Kotri
08:10 (+1d)08:15 (+1d)
12Hyderabad Junction
Hyderabad
08:25 (+1d)08:35 (+1d)
13Karachi Cantt
Karachi
09:50 (+1d)09:55 (+1d)
14Karachi City
Karachi
10:15 (+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 Karachi Express

Karachi Express (Train No. 16 DN) is a express train. It runs between Lahore and Karachi. The journey covers 14 stations and takes approximately 14h 15m. Book tickets at booking.pakrail.gov.pk — operated by Pakistan Railways.

Train Number
16 DN
Category
Express
Origin
Lahore
Destination
Karachi

Ticket Classes & Onboard Facilities

EconomyPKR 950

Standard seating, most affordable class

AC StandardPKR 2,100

Air-conditioned reserved seating

AC SleeperPKR 3,200

Lie-flat berths for overnight comfort

BusinessPKR 4,500

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 Karachi Express Tickets

01

Book Online

Book Karachi 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 30–90 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 — Karachi Express

What are the timings for Karachi Express?

Karachi Express departs at 20:00 and arrives at the final destination at 10:15 (next day). Total journey time is approximately 14h 15m. Always verify current timings with Pakistan Railways before travelling.

How much is the ticket price for Karachi Express?

Karachi Express fares start from approximately 950 (economy class). Book at booking.pakrail.gov.pk for the latest prices.

How do I book tickets for Karachi Express?

Book Karachi 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.

How many stops does Karachi Express make?

Karachi Express makes 14 stops. The route starts at Lahore Junction and ends at Karachi City. Major intermediate stops include Sahiwal, Khanewal Junction, Multan Cantt, Bahawalpur.

Does Karachi Express 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.

Karachi Express Ticket Prices

EconomyPKR 950
AC StandardPKR 2,100
AC SleeperPKR 3,200
BusinessPKR 4,500
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Quick Info

Train No16 DN
TypeExpress
FromLahore
ToKarachi
Duration14h 15m
Distance1057 km
Stops14
Departs20:00
Pakistan Railways Helpline
117
(free, 24/7)