Buses in Pakistan have 'business class' seating instead of the luggage compartment

Pakistani buses are taking ‘business class’ to a whole new level, putting it somewhere you’d never expect.

Forget the overhead champagne service or flat-bed seats; this upgrade is hiding right where the suitcases usually go.

In a country famous for its creative solutions, some operators have reimagined the luggage compartment as a cozy, ticketed seating area.

And yes, it’s just as unusual as it sounds.

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Pakistani buses have improved greatly

Over the past decade, long-haul travel in Pakistan has gone from pretty run-down to impressively plush.

Pakistani buses have raised the bar with reclining leather seats, extra legroom, air-conditioning, WiFi, onboard entertainment screens, and even massage functions.

The competition for comfort has created a kind of arms race, with each company trying to outdo the other with bigger screens, softer seats, and other perks.

Passengers now expect better legroom, quieter cabins, and entertainment to help those hours melt away.

And for the most part, these upgrades have come in the form of better interiors, smarter layouts, and premium ticket classes.

Cool cabin, but maybe not the safest

But then came the twist.

In one now-viral example, ‘business class’ wasn’t in the main passenger area at all.

Instead, it was all the way below, in the bus’s luggage compartment.

Yes, instead of storing suitcases, the space had been transformed into a snug row of seats, complete with cushions and footrests.

Some people quickly pointed out that if the bus found itself in a car accident, the passengers in the refurbished area will probably be severely injured, especially those who are sitting near the wheels.

However, if you can forget about the safety considerations, you have to admit that the bus looks pretty comfortable.

The internet quickly dubbed it the ultimate example of Pakistani creativity, with social media comments ranging from ‘genius’ to ‘you couldn’t pay me enough to get on’.

While it’s not exactly a luxury suite at 35,000 feet, like the first-class experience you’ll enjoy on Singapore Airlines, it’s a reminder of how far Pakistani buses have evolved.

One thing’s for sure, it’s no Greyhound bus.

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