Quetta to Karachi by rail · Updated

Quetta to Karachi Train Ticket Price, Timing & Online Booking

The Quetta to Karachi train ticket price is published at about Rs 2,650 and reaches Rs 5,500 for Bolan Mail AC Standard, but the only direct train has been suspended since March 2026. Bolan Mail normally covers the roughly 850 km run down the Bolan Pass and across Sindh. Karachi sits on the Arabian Sea coast, and until the service returns most travellers use the coach or fly.

Direct train
SuspendedBolan Mail, since March 2026
Economy (published)
Rs 2,650Bolan Mail
AC Standard (published)
Rs 5,500Bolan Mail
Rail alternative
Jaffar + changeVia Jacobabad or Rohri
Distance
About 850 kmVia the Bolan Pass

Short answer: There is no direct Quetta to Karachi train running: Bolan Mail is suspended indefinitely. Its published fares are Rs 2,650 economy seat, Rs 2,750 economy berth and Rs 5,500 AC Standard. The workable rail alternative is Jaffar Express from Quetta to Rohri or Jacobabad, then a southbound main-line train to Karachi; most travellers take a coach or a flight instead.

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Is there a train from Quetta to Karachi?

Bolan Mail

Status
Suspended indefinitely since March 2026.
Before that
Halted several times in early 2026, including a five-day Balochistan-wide stop in late January.
Refunds
Full refund on bookings Pakistan Railways cancels.

Jaffar Express

Status
Running, but repeatedly suspended in 2026, including 5 and 6 September.
Use
Quetta to the main line, then change for Karachi.
Watch for
Services turned back at Jacobabad during suspensions.
Published fares

Quetta to Karachi train ticket price

Bolan Mail published fares, Quetta to Karachi
TrainEconomy seatEconomy berthAC Standard
Bolan MailRs 2,650Rs 2,750Rs 5,500

For reference while the service is suspended.

Why the fare is so low

Rs 2,650 for 850 kilometres reflects Bolan Mail’s role as a lifeline service for Balochistan. Its suspension has pushed demand onto coaches and flights, where fares are several times higher.

What runs now

Getting from Quetta to Karachi without Bolan Mail

RailWith a change

Jaffar Express + main line

Two ticketsQuetta to Rohri, then Rohri to Karachi

Journey time
A day or more
Change at
Rohri or Jacobabad
Reliability
Frequent suspensions

Possible, but only worth it if you are set on rail.

Confirm both trains are running.

RoadMost used

Coach via N-25

Rs 4,500 and upBy operator and class

Journey time
10 to 12 hours
Departures
Several daily
Route
RCD Highway

The practical choice for most travellers.

Best on cost now.

AirFastest

Flight

From about Rs 17,000One way economy

Flight time
About 1h 15m
Airlines
Several
Baggage
20 kg, or paid

The fastest and most predictable option.

Best when the date cannot move.

Our take

Until Bolan Mail returns, take a coach or fly. The Jaffar Express workaround adds a change and inherits that train’s suspension risk.

Common questions

Quetta to Karachi train FAQs

Is there a train from Quetta to Karachi?

Not directly at present. Bolan Mail, the only direct train, has been suspended indefinitely since March 2026.

What was the Bolan Mail fare?

Rs 2,650 economy seat, Rs 2,750 economy berth and Rs 5,500 AC Standard.

Can I get to Karachi on Jaffar Express?

Not directly. Jaffar Express runs Quetta to Peshawar; you would change at Rohri or Jacobabad for a southbound train to Karachi.

When will Bolan Mail restart?

No date has been announced. Check with Pakistan Railways on 117.

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