Which is Pakistan’s fastest train? Check its speed limit with India’s Vande Bharat Express
Which is Pakistan’s fastest train? Check its speed limit with India’s Vande Bharat Express
If we talk about Pakistan's fastest passenger train, then it's Karakoram Express. It is a daily passenger train that travels along the Karachi–Peshawar Railway Line, Khanewal–Wazirabad Branch Line, and Shahdara Bagh–Sangla Hill Branch Line.
If we talk about Pakistan's fastest passenger train, then it's Karakoram Express. This train is widely known as Pakistan’s fastest passenger train that facilitates travel between Karachi and Lahore. Generally managed by Pakistan Railways, the Karakoram Express runs on a route of approximately 1,241 kilometres, completing the journey in nearly 17 hours and 45 minutes under optimal conditions.
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Passengers must note that the Karakoram Express is a daily passenger train that travels along the Karachi–Peshawar Railway Line, Khanewal–Wazirabad Branch Line, and Shahdara Bagh–Sangla Hill Branch Line.
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Named after Karakoram mountain range in northern Pakistan—the Karakoram Express is a symbol of resilience and grandeur and this train was officially launched on August 14, 2002, a symbolic date that coincides with Pakistan’s Independence Day.
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The inauguration of the Karakoram Express came during a phase of strategic reforms and modernisation in the railway sector under the leadership of President Pervez Musharraf. During this time, many prominent trains—including the Karachi Express, Tezgam, and Shalimar Express—also underwent significant upgrades.
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The Karakoram Express plays an essential role in connecting two of Pakistan’s most populous cities, serving thousands of passengers each day. It remains a favoured option for both business travellers and long-distance commuters.
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Unlike Vande Bharat Express, the Karakoram Express reaches a maximum speed of around 105 kilometres per hour (km/h) and this train is the modest train when compared to regional counterparts like India’s Vande Bharat Express, which can operate at speeds of up to 160 km/h, with several routes averaging 130 km/h.
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The Karakoram Express has acquired the title of the ‘fastest train in Pakistan’ and it operates 13 economy carriages, 4 AC Business carriages, 1 power van and 1 luggage van.
