Lahore: The Railways Department has announced a PKR 1,500 reduction in fare for its non-stop train service, called Jinnah Express, from Lahore to Karachi – a news source reported.
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Previously, the department had fixed a fare of PKR 7,000 per adult passenger for Jinnah Express. Similarly, the fare amount for children has been reduced from PKR 5,250 to PKR 4,900.
Pakistan Railways will launch this new train service, which will run between Lahore Cantt and Karachi Cantt, on March 30. It will cover the distance in approximately 15 hours.
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The service facilities planned for Jinnah Express include air conditioned coaches, refreshments, sofa seats, internet access, modern restrooms, and luxury berths.