Karachi to Chabahar Route
Detailed information about the maritime route connecting Pakistan and Iran.
Departure Port

Karachi Port, Pakistan
Pakistan's largest and busiest seaport, located on the coast of the Arabian Sea. The ferry terminal is situated at the West Wharf area of Karachi Port.
Address: West Wharf, Karachi Port Trust, Karachi 74000
Arrival Port

Chabahar Port, Iran
Iran's only oceanic port, located in the Sistan-Baluchestan Province on the Gulf of Oman. A strategic free trade zone with modern port facilities.
Address: Chabahar Free Trade Zone, Shahid Beheshti Port
Route Details
Distance
~450 km
Duration
12 hours
Sea Route
Arabian Sea
Frequency
3x Weekly
The Journey
The ferry departs from Karachi Port and sails northwest across the Arabian Sea, following the Pakistani coastline before entering Iranian waters. The route passes through the Gulf of Oman before arriving at Chabahar Port.
The 12-hour journey offers passengers stunning views of the open sea, with opportunities to observe marine life and coastal landscapes. The ferry is equipped with comfortable seating areas, cabins, and observation decks.
Weather conditions in the Arabian Sea are generally favorable year-round, though monsoon season (June–September) may occasionally affect sailing schedules. Passengers are advised to check weather advisories before travel.
Typical Journey Timeline
Check-in opens at Karachi Port
Boarding begins
Departure from Karachi
Lunch service in onboard restaurant
Enter Iranian territorial waters
Dinner service
Approach Chabahar Port
Arrival and disembarkation