Islamabad to Basima Distance, Routes & Travel Duration

 

Traveling from Islamabad to Basima offers several routes, each varying in distance, mode of transportation, and travel duration. Here are the possible ways to travel from Islamabad to Basima, detailing the distance in kilometers (km) and miles (mi), the route, and the approximate travel duration:

1. By Road:

   • Route: Islamabad - Lahore - Multan - Dera Ghazi Khan - Basima
   • Distance: Approximately 950 km (590 miles)
   • Travel Duration: About 14-16 hours by car or bus, depending on traffic and road conditions.

2. By Air and Road:

   • Route: Islamabad - Quetta (by air) - Basima (by road)
   • Distance: Air distance from Islamabad to Quetta is around 600 km (370 miles). Road distance from Quetta to Basima is approximately 350 km (220 miles).
   • Travel Duration: Flight from Islamabad to Quetta takes around 1.5 hours. The road journey from Quetta to Basima takes about 5-6 hours by car or bus.

3. By Train and Road:

   • Route: Islamabad - Lahore (by train) - Multan - Dera Ghazi Khan - Basima
   • Distance: Train distance from Islamabad to Lahore is about 375 km (230 miles). Road distance from Lahore to Basima via Multan and Dera Ghazi Khan is approximately 600 km (370 miles).
   • Travel Duration: Train travel from Islamabad to Lahore takes around 4-5 hours. The subsequent road journey to Basima takes about 10-12 hours by car or bus.

4. By Bus through Direct Road Route:

   • Route: Islamabad - Rawalpindi - Mianwali - Dera Ismail Khan - Basima
   • Distance: Approximately 950 km (590 miles)
   • Travel Duration: Direct bus routes can take around 15-18 hours, depending on stops and traffic conditions.

5. By Private Car/Taxi:

   • Route: Islamabad - Mianwali - Dera Ismail Khan - Basima
   • Distance: Approximately 950 km (590 miles)
   • Travel Duration: Driving directly can take about 14-16 hours, accounting for breaks and traffic.

6. By Air and Direct Road Route:

   • Route: Islamabad - Multan (by air) - Dera Ghazi Khan - Basima
   • Distance: Air distance from Islamabad to Multan is around 350 km (220 miles). Road distance from Multan to Basima is approximately 300 km (190 miles).
   • Travel Duration: Flight from Islamabad to Multan takes around 1 hour. The road journey from Multan to Basima takes about 5-6 hours by car or bus.

These options provide a range of choices depending on preferences for speed, comfort, and convenience. Travelers should consider factors such as weather conditions, road maintenance, and personal comfort when choosing their route from Islamabad to Basima.