Karachi’s intercity bus terminals have moved out of the city center to a new location in Sohrab Goth, with the government now running 50 free shuttle buses to connect passengers from key spots across the city.
The Sindh government completed the shift of major intercity and inter-provincial bus stands from central areas like Saddar, M.A. Jinnah Road, Cantonment Railway Station, and Al-Karam Square to the Karachi Bus Terminal (KBT) in Sohrab Goth. This change took effect from August 24, 2024, following long-standing court orders to clear illegal stands that had operated for decades and worsened traffic in the heart of Karachi.
Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon, who handles transport and mass transit, explained the reasons during a session in the Sindh Assembly. He said the relocation aims to cut down on congestion in busy inner-city zones, make roads safer, and give commuters a more organized way to travel. Illegal stands had blocked traffic and created hazards for years.
To make sure passengers can still reach their buses without extra hassle or cost, the authorities introduced free shuttle services. These 50 shuttles run from about 10 main points in the city to the new terminal and back. Locations include Cantonment Railway Station, M.A. Jinnah Road, and Al-Karam Square, among others.
Officials noted that the shuttles help serve a large number of daily commuters—some reports mention support for around 100,000 people—while keeping the service at no charge to riders, with support from the terminal operators.
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This step forms part of wider efforts to upgrade public transport in Karachi. The province has plans to bring in more electric buses and has already started adding double-decker and electric vehicles to routes in the city.
The move has drawn attention as a practical response to Karachi’s ongoing traffic problems. Residents in central areas may notice clearer roads, while those heading out of the city now head to one main point instead of scattered spots.
