Badar Express Time Table 2026
The Badar Express is a daily passenger train operated by Pakistan Railways, running between Karachi Cantt and Lahore Cantt. It serves as an important long-distance connection, linking Sindh with Punjab and providing travelers with a reliable option for overnight journeys. According to the Pakistan Railways summer schedule 2025, the Badar Express train timings are updated for all stops along its route.
| Stop | Arrival | Departure |
| Faisalabad | — | 05:45 |
| Chak Jhumra | 06:09 | 06:10 |
| Sangla Hill | 06:31 | 06:33 |
| Safdarabad | 06:53 | 06:55 |
| Bahalike | 07:06 | 07:07 |
| Farooqabad | 07:24 | 07:25 |
| Qila Sheikhupura | 07:43 | 07:49 |
| Lahore | 08:45 | End |
Badar Express Down Lahore To Faisalabad Timings
| Stop | Arrival | Departure |
| Lahore | Start | 09:30 |
| Qila Sheikhupura | 10:08 | 10:10 |
| Farooqabad | 10:25 | 10:26 |
| Bahalike | 10:40 | 10:41 |
| Safdarabad | 10:53 | 10:55 |
| Sangla Hill | 11:16 | 11:18 |
| Chak Jhumra | 11:49 | 11:50 |
| Faisalabad | 12:20 | End |
The train travels from Karachi Cantt to Lahore Cantt, passing through key stations including Hyderabad, Rohri, Multan, Khanewal, Faisalabad, and Rahim Yar Khan. It covers a distance of approximately 1,241 kilometers in around 24 hours, making it suitable for long-distance passengers.
The train numbers are 41 Up (Karachi to Lahore) and 42 Down (Lahore to Karachi). Badar Express offers Economy, AC Standard, and Sleeper Classes, providing comfort and affordability for travelers. With punctual service and multiple stops, the Badar Express continues to be a preferred choice for passengers traveling between Karachi and Lahore.