Route guide
Karachi to Lahore by bus
Distance, journey time, bus classes and booking tips for travelling from Karachi to Lahore.
Distance≈ 1,210 km
Typical time16–19 hrs
Main roadM-3, M-4, M-5 & M-9 / N-5
Info reviewed14 November 2026
Route overview
Karachi to Lahore is a long-haul intercity journey of roughly 1,210 km, mostly along M-3, M-4, M-5 & M-9 / N-5. Provincial capital of Punjab and one of the busiest intercity bus hubs in the country, with motorway links north to Islamabad (M-2) and south towards Multan and Karachi (M-3/M-5).
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 Karachi terminal and arrive at the Lahore 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 Karachi to Lahore tickets
- Open the official booking page or the Bookkaru app.
- Select Karachi → Lahore 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
Open driving directions from Karachi to Lahore in Google Maps ↗
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 Karachi to Lahore?
By road it is roughly 1,210 km via M-3, M-4, M-5 & M-9 / N-5. A typical coach journey takes about 16–19 hours including stops, depending on traffic, weather and the number of stops.
What is the Karachi to Lahore 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 Karachi for Lahore?
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 Karachi to Lahore?
For a long journey, Business Class or a Sleeper berth (where offered) is far more comfortable. Executive is the budget option.