A legacy of British rule is an extensive rail network, based on the main line from Karachi to Lahore, Rawalpindi and Peshawar, which has several daytime and overnight trains. Most other routes have several daily trains. Even first-class compartments can be hot and crowded. Children under 3 years of age travel free. Children aged 3-11 years pay half fare.
Details are available from railway offices in Pakistan.
Traffic drives on the left. The highway network between cities is well made and maintained. Rawalpindi-Peshawar has an hourly service. Advance booking is advised. Most hotels can book cars for guests.