Pakistan Railway Express Trains
Complete list of all Express and Mail trains in Pakistan. Faster journey times, better amenities, and premium services.
Popular Express Trains
Green Line Express
Karachi - Islamabad
Tezgam Express
Karachi - Rawalpindi
Karakoram Express
Karachi - Lahore
Shalimar Express
Karachi - Lahore
Business Express
Karachi - Lahore
Khyber Mail
Peshawar - Karachi
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Why Choose Express Trains?
⚡ Faster Journey
Express trains skip many stations, reducing journey time by 3-6 hours compared to passenger trains.
🛋️ Better Comfort
AC coaches, reclining seats, and dedicated sleeping berths on most Express trains.
🍽️ Dining Cars
Pantry cars serve hot meals, snacks, and beverages throughout the journey.
📅 Regular Schedule
Express trains run on fixed schedules with better on-time performance.
About Pakistan Railway Express Services
Pakistan Railways operates numerous Express and Mail trains connecting major cities across the country. These premium services offer faster journey times by skipping smaller stations and utilizing better-maintained track sections.
Express Train Categories
- Super Express: Fastest category with minimal stops (Green Line, Business Express)
- Express: Standard express service with moderate stops
- Mail Express: Historic services that carry mail and make slightly more stops
Booking Tips
Express trains are popular and often sell out quickly, especially during holidays and weekends. Book 15-30 days in advance for popular routes. AC classes fill up faster than economy, so plan accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Express trains are faster services that skip many smaller stations to reduce journey time. They typically offer better amenities including AC coaches, dining cars, and more comfortable seating compared to passenger trains.
Mail trains were historically used to carry post/mail and are slightly slower than Express trains, making a few more stops. Today, the distinction is mostly historical as both offer similar services.
The Business Express and Green Line Express are among the fastest, covering Karachi-Lahore in about 15-16 hours. They make minimal stops and use well-maintained track sections.
Yes, most Express trains have pantry/dining cars serving meals, snacks, and beverages throughout the journey. AC class passengers often get complimentary meals.