Traveling by train is not just about reaching your destination; it’s about enjoying the journey itself. The Allama Iqbal Express offers a convenient and cost-effective way to travel from Sialkot to Karachi, making it an excellent choice for both regular commuters and tourists alike. In this blog, we’ll explore the train’s schedule, stops along the route, and the benefits of choosing train travel in Pakistan.
Allama Iqbal Express 10 DN – Sialkot to Kaarchi
Here’s a look at the schedule for the Allama Iqbal Express:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Origin | SIALKOT JN. (SLK) |
| Departure Time | 07:30 AM |
| Destination | KARACHI CANTT (KC) |
| Arrival Time | 09:35 AM |
| Type | Passenger Intercity |
| Schedule | Daily |
The Allama Iqbal Express operates daily, departing from Sialkot at 7:30 AM and arriving in Karachi at 9:35 AM. This two-hour journey takes you through beautiful landscapes and bustling small cities that lie between Sialkot and Karachi. Here are some of the key stops along the route:
| Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|
| SIALKOT JN | 07:30 AM | |
| CHAWINDA | 08:04 AM | 08:06 AM |
| PASRUR | 08:28 AM | 08:30 AM |
| KILA SOBHA SINGH | 08:54 AM | 08:56 AM |
| NAROWAL JN. | 09:40 AM | 09:45 AM |
| BADDOMALHI | 10:14 AM | 10:16 AM |
| NARANG | 10:40 AM | 10:42 AM |
| SHAHDARA BAGH JN. | 11:45 AM | 11:47 AM |
| LAHORE JN. | 12:05 PM | 12:40 PM |
| KOT LAKHPAT | 12:58 PM | 01:00 PM |
| RAIWIND JN. | 01:25 PM | 01:30 PM |
| KOT RADHA KISHEN | 01:45 PM | 01:47 PM |
| PATTOKI | 02:09 PM | 02:11 PM |
| OKARA | 02:58 PM | 03:00 PM |
| SAHIWAL | 03:40 PM | 03:45 PM |
| CHICHAWATNI | 04:17 PM | 04:19 PM |
| MIAN CHANNUN | 04:45 PM | 04:47 PM |
| KHANEWAL JN. | 05:25 PM | 05:50 PM |
| JAHANIA | 06:18 PM | 06:20 PM |
| DUNYAPUR | 06:42 PM | 06:44 PM |
| LODHRAN JN. | 07:13 PM | 07:15 PM |
| BAHAWALPUR | 07:35 PM | 07:40 PM |
| KHANPUR JN. | 09:15 PM | 09:20 PM |
| RAHIM YAR KHAN | 09:50 PM | 09:52 PM |
| SADIKABAD | 10:09 PM | 10:11 PM |
| GHOTKI | 11:33 PM | 11:35 PM |
| ROHRI JN. | 12:45 AM | 01:10 AM |
| MAHRABPUR | 02:09 AM | 02:11 AM |
| NAWABSHAH JN. | 04:00 AM | 04:05 AM |
| TANDO ADAM | 05:24 AM | 05:26 AM |
| HYDERABAD JN. | 06:15 AM | 06:20 AM |
| KOTRI JN. | 06:40 AM | 06:42 AM |
| LANDHI JN. | 08:25 AM | 08:27 AM |
| DRIGH ROAD | 09:03 AM | 09:05 AM |
| KARACHI CANTT | 09:35 AM |
Allama Iqbal Express 9 UP – Karachi to Sialkot
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Origin | KARACHI CANTT(KC) |
| Departure Time | 03:30 PM |
| Destination | SIALKOT JN.(SLK) |
| Arrival Time | 05:50 PM |
| Type | Passenger Intercity |
| Schedule | Daily |
| Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|
| KARACHI CANTT | 03:30 PM | |
| DRIGH ROAD | 03:50 PM | 03:52 PM |
| LANDHI JN | 04:10 PM | 04:12 PM |
| KOTRI JN | 05:56 PM | 05:58 PM |
| HYDERABAD JN | 06:15 PM | 06:20 PM |
| TANDO ADAM | 07:19 PM | 07:21 PM |
| NAWABSHAH JN | 08:05 PM | 08:10 PM |
| MAHRABPUR | 09:20 PM | 09:22 PM |
| GAMBAT | 09:50 PM | 09:52 PM |
| ROHRI JN | 11:40 PM | 12:05 AM |
| GHOTKI | 01:10 AM | 01:12 AM |
| SADIKABAD | 02:48 AM | 02:50 AM |
| RAHIM YAR KHAN | 03:18 AM | 03:20 AM |
| KHANPUR JN | 03:55 AM | 04:00 AM |
| BAHAWALPUR | 05:36 AM | 05:40 AM |
| LODHRAN JN | 06:00 AM | 06:02 AM |
| DUNYAPUR | 06:26 AM | 06:28 AM |
| JAHANIA | 06:50 AM | 06:52 AM |
| KHANEWAL JN | 07:25 AM | 07:50 AM |
| MIAN CHANNUN | 08:25 AM | 08:27 AM |
| CHICHAWATNI | 09:00 AM | 09:02 AM |
| SAHIWAL | 09:33 AM | 09:38 AM |
| OKARA | 10:05 AM | 10:07 AM |
| PATTOKI | 10:40 AM | 10:42 AM |
| KOT RADHA KISHEN | 11:04 AM | 11:06 AM |
| RAIWIND JN | 11:25 AM | 11:30 AM |
| KOT LAKHPAT | 12:00 PM | 12:02 PM |
| LAHORE JN | 12:30 PM | 01:05 PM |
| SHAHDARA BAGH JN | 01:22 PM | 01:24 PM |
| NARANG | 02:24 PM | 02:26 PM |
| BADDOMALHI | 02:55 PM | 02:57 PM |
| NAROWAL JN | 03:30 PM | 03:35 PM |
| KILA SOBHA SINGH | 04:10 PM | 04:12 PM |
| PASRUR | 04:36 PM | 04:38 PM |
| CHAWINDA | 05:00 PM | 05:02 PM |
| SIALKOT JN | 05:50 PM |
The Allama Iqbal Express is a well-known train in Pakistan that runs between Sialkot and Karachi, covering 1360 kilometers. The journey includes 34 stops and takes about 26 hours. It passes through important stations like Chawinda, Pasrur, Kila Sobha Singh, Narowal, Baddomalhi, Narang, Shahdara Bagh, Lahore, Kot Lakhpat, Raiwind, and others.
When traveling from Sialkot to Karachi, it is called 10 Down, and when returning from Karachi to Sialkot, it is called 9 Up. This train has only Economy class coaches, offering a budget-friendly option for passengers. Make sure to check the train schedule for station timings.
For more details, visit the official Pakistan Railways website to check the latest updates on train schedules, fares, and more.
