Karachi to Quetta by train
Quetta lies 592 km (368 mi) north of Karachi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 8 h 31 min at the speeds typical of Pakistan rail, over roughly 722 km (449 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Karachi | Quetta | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Pakistan | Pakistan |
| Population | 11.6 million | 1.6 million |
| Elevation | 8 m (26 ft) | 1,683 m (5,522 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) |
| Stations on record | Karachi Cantonment Railway Station, Drigh Road railway station, Drigh Colony railway station | Quetta railway station |
Where to book trains from Karachi to Quetta
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Staying in Quetta
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Quetta. Of the 17 with a star rating, the largest group is 2-star (8), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 113 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Quetta from Karachi?
592 km (368 mi) in a straight line, north of Karachi; by road roughly 722 km (449 mi).
How long does it take to get from Karachi to Quetta by train?
About 8 h 31 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Karachi and Quetta?
No, both are on Asia/Karachi at the moment.
Where can I stay in Quetta?
Our booking partner lists 19 places to stay in Quetta, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- 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.