LAHORE – Pakistan Railways has once again increased fares for passenger trains, marking the second hike within two weeks, following a massive increase in petrol and diesel prices for July 2025.
According to an official notification issued by the department, fares will rise by 2 percent, effective from July 4. This follows an earlier fare increase of 3% implemented on June 18.
Railway officials stated that the hike was necessary due to mounting financial pressure caused by the rising cost of diesel. They emphasized that the fare adjustment was unavoidable in light of the increasing operational expenses.
The new fare structure will be applicable across all passenger trains starting Thursday.
Passenger Train Fares from July 2025
As per the latest notification, the fares for passenger trains will increase by two percent. Passengers who will be purchasing tickets from July 4 will pay new fares after an increase of 2%.
Big Increase in Petrol, Diesel Prices
In latest fortnightly review, Pakistani government announced big increase in petrol and diesel prices for first half of July 25, as price of petroleum moved go 272.98 and price of high-speed diesel changed to 266.79 for next fortnight.
A notification in this regard said Government has decided to revise the prices of petroleum products for the fortnight starting today, based on the recommendations of OGRA & the relevant Ministries.
Earlier, masses brace for fuel and gas price hikes as new rates are expected to take effect from July 1, 2025, further intensifying financial pressure on households already struggling with inflation.
