Given the rush on Friday, Pakistan Railways will run five special trains during the Eid-ul-Azha vacations from June 2 to June 4, 2025. Special services have been introduced to accommodate the heavy rush of passengers who travel from metros to their hometowns to reunite with their families during the festive season and minimise the rush on normal services.
The first special train will run from Karachi Cantt to Lahore on June 2 at 11 pm Two trains will run on June 3; one will depart for Quetta from Pindi at 110 amand the other for Karachi (Cantt) from Lahore at 55 pm Another train will leave Karachi City for Rawalpindi at 88 pm tonight. These special trains will leave Farachi Cantt on June 4 and arrive in Lahore at 88 pm.
PR also announced that some of the special trains will use new coaches made by its own workshops, while others will be operated with the help of the conventional Eid special sets. The goal is for travellers to enjoy safer, cosier trips during the peak holiday season.
Federal Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi said this during a press conference and added that all railway stations across the country would be made disabled-friendly. As part of this, establishments of modern-style restaurants at major stations are on the anvil, which will be operated by private players to deliver quality services.
The facilities have also been designed to be available to the public at all hours and are said to enhance the journey experience of all passengers.
According to Pakistan Railways’ announcement, the special Eid-ul-Azha trains have been planned to minimise travel disturbance, prevent congestion, and allow people to commute to their families for the festive occasion. It’s recommended that people purchase their tickets in advance, as trains will likely sell out.
