Quetta to Tank Distance, Routes & Travel Duration

 Quetta to Tank – Distance, Travel Options by Road, Train, and Plane

Tank is a small but strategically located town in the southern part of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. It lies close to the borders of South Waziristan and is often used as a gateway to tribal areas. Traveling from Quetta to Tank offers a cross-provincial journey through the rugged terrain of northern Balochistan and southern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This guide outlines the travel distance, road conditions, and available transportation options by road, train, and air.

Distance Between Quetta and Tank

• By Road: Approximately 530 kilometers (329 miles)

• By Air (straight-line): Approximately 360 kilometers (224 miles)

• By Train: No direct train connection to Tank.

Travel from Quetta to Tank by Road

Road travel is the most viable option for reaching Tank from Quetta. The route crosses several towns in Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, mainly following National Highways N-50 and N-55.

• Route: Quetta → Kuchlak → Muslim Bagh → Killa Saifullah → Zhob → D.I. Khan → Tank

• Total Distance: Around 530 km (329 miles)

• Travel Duration: Approximately 10 to 12 hours

Key Details:

• The journey includes mountainous roads and relatively flat plains as you near Dera Ismail Khan.

• The road from Zhob to D.I. Khan (through Mughal Kot and Darazinda) is scenic but narrow.

• From D.I. Khan, Tank is just about 40–50 kilometers (25–31 miles) further, taking roughly 1 hour.

Public Transport:

• Buses and vans from Quetta to D.I. Khan are available. From there, you can take local transport to Tank.

• Long-distance coaches might also operate directly between Quetta and Tank, but availability is limited.

Travel from Quetta to Tank by Train

There is no direct or indirect railway line connecting Quetta to Tank. The Pakistan Railways network does not extend to this part of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The closest major railway hub is in Dera Ismail Khan, which also currently lacks operational passenger train services.

Thus, train travel is not a feasible option for this route.

Travel from Quetta to Tank by Air

Tank does not have a commercial airport, so there are no direct flights from Quetta to Tank. The closest airport is Dera Ismail Khan Airport, which occasionally serves domestic flights depending on airline operations.

Air Travel Option (Indirect):

1. Quetta to Islamabad (by air – approx. 1 hour 15 minutes)

2. Islamabad to D.I. Khan (by road – approx. 5 to 6 hours)

3. D.I. Khan to Tank (by road – approx. 1 hour)

Alternatively, if D.I. Khan Airport is operational, you may be able to fly from Islamabad to D.I. Khan and then travel by road to Tank. However, commercial flights to D.I. Khan are infrequent and subject to change.

Recommended Travel Mode

Given the lack of railway and limited air connectivity, road travel remains the most practical and accessible method to reach Tank from Quetta. Although the journey is long, the road network is mostly functional, and services such as buses and vans are available along the way.

Travelers should ensure their vehicle is in good condition, carry essential supplies, and stay updated on the security situation and road conditions, especially in border areas.