Eid-ul-Fitr typically sees a significant surge in passengers traveling to their hometowns to spend time with loved ones, prompting Pakistan Railways to announce special trains to accommodate travelers during the upcoming festivities.
According to the announcement, four special trains will be in service on various routes throughout Pakistan.
Eid Special Trains 2024
| Train Number | Departure City | Departure Date | Destination City | Passing Through |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Karachi | April 7 | Peshawar | Multan, Faisalabad, Wazirabad |
| 2 | Quetta | April 7 | Rawalpindi | Multan, Sahiwal |
| 3 | Karachi | April 8 | Lahore | – |
| 4 | Lahore | April 19 | Karachi | – |
The first special Eid train will depart from Karachi to Peshawar on April 7, stopping at major cities such as Multan, Faisalabad, and Wazirabad.
Concurrently, on April 7, the second special Eid train will embark from Quetta to Rawalpindi, passing through Multan and Sahiwal.
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The third special train is scheduled to leave Karachi for Lahore on April 8, while the fourth train will run from Lahore to Karachi on April 19, ensuring convenient travel for passengers returning from Lahore to Karachi.
Eid-ul-Fitr is anticipated to fall on April 10, with Ramadan spanning 29 days. The official holiday declaration by the Ruet body is still pending.
