Lahore to Tarashing Distance, Routes & Travel Duration

Lahore to Tarashing Distance and Travel Options

Distance: The distance from Lahore to Tarashing is approximately 860 kilometers (534 miles) by road.

Travel Options from Lahore to Tarashing

By Road

The most common way to reach Tarashing from Lahore is by road. The journey involves traveling through several scenic and mountainous regions, passing through cities such as Islamabad, Abbottabad, Gilgit, and then onto Tarashing. The road journey covers approximately 860 km.

Duration: The trip by road usually takes around 20 to 24 hours depending on traffic, road conditions, and stops along the way. The route includes the Karakoram Highway, which offers spectacular views but can be challenging due to its mountainous terrain.

By Train

There is no direct train service from Lahore to Tarashing. However, one can travel part of the journey by train from Lahore to Islamabad or Rawalpindi, which takes about 4 to 5 hours. From Islamabad/Rawalpindi, onward travel must be by road or air to Gilgit and then by road to Tarashing.

Duration: Train travel from Lahore to Islamabad/Rwp takes approximately 4-5 hours, followed by a road journey to Tarashing which may take 15 to 18 hours more.

By Plane

Tarashing does not have an airport. The nearest airport with commercial flights is Gilgit Airport, located about 65 kilometers (40 miles) from Tarashing.

Flights are available from Islamabad to Gilgit, which usually take about 1 hour. From Gilgit, you need to take a road vehicle to Tarashing.

Duration: Flight from Islamabad to Gilgit takes approximately 1 hour, plus around 2 to 3 hours by road from Gilgit to Tarashing, and the initial travel from Lahore to Islamabad by road or train (4-5 hours by train or 5-6 hours by road).

Summary

• Distance by road: ~860 km (534 miles)
• Road travel duration: 20-24 hours
• Train + Road travel duration: Around 20-23 hours total
• Plane + Road travel duration: Around 8-10 hours (including Lahore to Islamabad travel)

Travelers should plan their journey carefully considering weather conditions and road status, especially during winter months when mountainous roads may be affected by snow or landslides.