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2 options Option 1 of 2 shown here Train and Fly 11h 35m to 14h 5m · 1 change Option 2 of 2 Fly 13h 36m to 17h 19m · 1 change Sorted by earliest realistic departure . fastest first
Best balanced option Birmingham to Islamabad United Kingdom to Pakistan · 2 journey legs · Train and Fly
● Honest total interval 11h 35m to 14h 5m
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Birmingham Manchester Islamabad
Changes 1
CO2 estimate 1,080 kg
Fare band Not shown Why PTN placed this first The shortest documented interval, the fewest changes, lower estimated emissions and a complete route to Islamabad.
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See all journey legs T Train Birmingham to Manchester 1h 25m to 1h 40m · Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry F Flight Manchester to Islamabad 6h 45m to 8h · Pakistan International Airlines Access, airport and connection time counted in the total: 3h 25m to 4h 25m. Derived by the engine from its own models.
Sources and last verification Pro Travel Net curated network, version 1, verified 9 September 2026 Manchester Airport destination guide: Islamabad, verified 10 September 2026 Network net-7dc478427c8498ef, written 14 September 2026.
Compare the other route Known limit: There is no direct train from Birmingham to Islamabad. There is no direct coach from Birmingham to Islamabad. Flight services by Indian-registered and Indian-operated carriers between Birmingham and Islamabad are suspended until 24 September 2026; other operators are not affected. Missing choices remain visible.
