Route guide
Islamabad to Karachi by bus
Distance, journey time, bus classes and booking tips for travelling from Islamabad to Karachi.
Distance≈ 1,410 km
Typical time19–22 hrs
Main roadM-2, M-4, M-5 & M-9
Info reviewed14 November 2026
Route overview
Islamabad to Karachi is a long-haul intercity journey of roughly 1,410 km, mostly along M-2, M-4, M-5 & M-9. Pakistan's largest city and southern end of the long-haul north–south bus corridor via Hyderabad, Sukkur and Multan.
Check before you travel: we don't publish departure times or fares because they change. Confirm that a direct service is running on your date, and its price, with the operator.
Departure & arrival terminals
Coaches leave from the operator's Islamabad terminal and arrive at the Karachi terminal. Confirm the terminal on your ticket — some cities have more than one boarding point.
Schedule & fares
| Item | Where to find it |
|---|---|
| Departure times | Official booking page / UAN |
| Expected arrival | Shown when you search a departure |
| Fare by class | Official booking page / UAN |
| Seats left | Official booking page seat map |
Bus classes commonly used on routes like this
Executive Business Class Sleeper
Classes offered on a specific departure vary. The booking page shows which class each departure uses.
How to book Islamabad to Karachi tickets
- Open the official booking page or the Bookkaru app.
- Select Islamabad → Karachi and your date.
- Compare departures, choose seats, enter CNIC details and pay.
- Arrive at the terminal 30–45 minutes early with your CNIC.
Route map
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Travel tips
- Choose an overnight departure and a Sleeper or Business seat to rest.
- Pack water, snacks, a shawl and a power bank.
- Winter fog (December–January) can close motorway sections and delay arrivals.
- Book early around Eid and long weekends.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the bus journey from Islamabad to Karachi?
By road it is roughly 1,410 km via M-2, M-4, M-5 & M-9. A typical coach journey takes about 19–22 hours including stops, depending on traffic, weather and the number of stops.
What is the Islamabad to Karachi bus fare?
Fares depend on class, date and demand and change over time. Check the current fare on the operator's official booking page or by calling the UAN.
What time do buses leave Islamabad for Karachi?
Departure times are set by the operator and change seasonally. Search your date on the official booking page for the current timetable.
Which bus class is best for Islamabad to Karachi?
For a long journey, Business Class or a Sleeper berth (where offered) is far more comfortable. Executive is the budget option.