Karachi to Abbottabad by bus
Abbottabad lies 1,194 km (742 mi) north-east of Karachi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 21 h 40 min including stops, over roughly 1,456 km (905 mi) of road.
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| Karachi | Abbottabad | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Pakistan | Pakistan |
| Population | 11.6 million | 275,890 |
| Elevation | 8 m (26 ft) | 1,241 m (4,072 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) |
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Common questions
How far is Abbottabad from Karachi?
1,194 km (742 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Karachi; by road roughly 1,456 km (905 mi).
How long does it take to get from Karachi to Abbottabad by bus?
About 21 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Karachi and Abbottabad?
No, both are on Asia/Karachi at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.