LAHORE – Pakistan Railways officially announced surge in fares for both passenger and freight train services. According to a spokesperson from the department, fares for all passenger train classes will be raised by 3percent effective June 20, 2025.
Lahore to Karachi Train Fare 2025
Allama Iqbal Express
Class
Fare
AC Lower / Standard (Berth)
Rs 5665
AC Lower / Standard (Seat)
Rs 5665
Economy (Berth)
Rs 3399
Economy (Seat)
Rs 3296
Badar Express
Class
Fare
AC Lower / Standard (Berth)
Rs 5665
AC Lower / Standard (Seat)
Rs 5665
Economy (Berth)
Rs 3399
Economy (Seat)
Rs 3296
Fareed Express
Class
Fare
AC Lower / Standard (Berth)
Rs 5665
AC Lower / Standard (Seat)
Rs 5665
Economy (Berth)
Rs 3399
Economy (Seat)
Rs 3296
Karachi Express
Class
Fare
AC Lower / Standard (Berth)
Rs 5665
AC Lower / Standard (Seat)
Rs 5665
Economy (Berth)
Rs 3399
Economy (Seat)
Rs 3296
Karakoram Express
Class
Fare
AC Lower / Standard (Berth)
Rs 5665
AC Lower / Standard (Seat)
Rs 5665
Economy (Berth)
Rs 3399
Economy (Seat)
Rs 3296
Jinnah Express
Class
Fare
AC Lower / Standard (Berth)
Rs 5665
AC Lower / Standard (Seat)
Rs 5665
Economy (Berth)
Rs 3399
Economy (Seat)
Rs 3296
Mianwali Express
Class
Fare
AC Lower / Standard (Berth)
Rs 5665
AC Lower / Standard (Seat)
Rs 5665
Economy (Berth)
Rs 3399
Economy (Seat)
Rs 3296
A notification regarding the fare hike has been issued by the Railway officials, as revised fares will apply to both advance reservations and current bookings.
Train Ticket Price
In addition to passenger fares, the freight sector will also witness a price increase. Starting June 23, 2025, freight train charges will rise by 4%, while a 10% hike has been specifically implemented for services at the Azakhel Dry Port. The fare adjustment is part of the Railways’ broader effort to manage rising operational costs and improve service infrastructure.