Have you ever been on a long journey and wondered, “Safar mein namaz kaise padhni chahiye?” I remember my first long trip after Hajj. I had so many questions: Kitni rakat padhna hai? Distance kitna hona chahiye? Aur niyat kaise karni hai?
Today, I’ll walk you through everything about safar ki namaz (qasr namaz ka tarika) in a simple way, so the next time you travel, you’ll have complete clarity.
1. Safar Ki Namaz Ki Rakat
When a Muslim is traveling, the 4-rakat farz namaz of Zuhr, Asr, and Isha becomes 2 rakats only. This is called Qasr Namaz.
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Fajr: No change (2 farz + 2 sunnat as usual)
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Zuhr: 4 farz becomes 2 farz
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Asr: 4 farz becomes 2 farz
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Maghrib: No change (3 farz)
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Isha: 4 farz becomes 2 farz
Expert Tip: Sunnat and nafl rakats are optional during travel. Many scholars say you can pray them if you have time and ease, but the main obligation is to shorten the farz namaz.
2. Safar Ki Namaz Ka Distance
So, exactly how far should you travel to pray qasr namaz?
According to most scholars:
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If your journey is 48 miles (77 km) or more, you’re considered a traveler (musafir).
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From the time you leave your city boundary, you qualify for qasr namaz.
Real Example: If you’re traveling from Lahore to Faisalabad (180 km), you should offer qasr namaz as soon as you cross Lahore’s city limits.
3. Safar Ki Namaz Kitne Din Tak?
Another common question is: How many days can we pray qasr namaz during travel?
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If you plan to stay in one place less than 15 days, you continue to pray qasr namaz.
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If you plan to stay 15 days or more, you will pray full namaz like a resident.
Pro Insight: If you’re unsure about how long you’ll stay, keep praying qasr until your plan becomes clear.
4. Safar Mein Isha Ki Namaz Kitni Rakat Hoti Hai?
This is the most asked question by travelers:
Safar mein Isha ki namaz sirf 2 farz hoti hai instead of 4.
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2 rakat farz
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Sunnat aur nafl optional hote hain (agar aapko aasani ho).
People Also Ask:
Do we need to pray Witr in travel?
Yes, Witr remains wajib during travel just like at home. After praying Isha (2 farz), you should also pray Witr.
5. Safar Ki Namaz Ki Niyat
Niyat is the heart of namaz. You don’t need long sentences — just a simple intention in your heart that you’re praying as a traveler.
Example Niyat in Urdu:
“Mein do rakat farz namaz-e-Zuhr qasr ada karta/ karti hoon Allah ke liye, Kaaba shareef ki taraf munh karke.”
Step-by-Step Niyat Format:
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State the prayer name (Zuhr, Asr, Isha).
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Intend to pray qasr (shortened).
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Face Qibla.
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Say Takbeer and start.
Quick Reference Table for Qasr Namaz
| Namaz | At Home (Resident) | During Travel (Qasr) |
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| Fajr | 2 Farz + 2 Sunnat | 2 Farz only |
| Zuhr | 4 Farz + Sunnat | 2 Farz only |
| Asr | 4 Farz | 2 Farz only |
| Maghrib | 3 Farz | 3 Farz (No change) |
| Isha | 4 Farz + Sunnat | 2 Farz + Witr wajib |
Q: Safar mein qasr namaz ka tarika kya hai?
During safar, the 4-rakat farz prayers of Zuhr, Asr, and Isha are shortened to 2 rakats. Fajr remains 2 rakats, and Maghrib stays 3 rakats. Qasr namaz applies when traveling 77 km or more, for up to 15 days of stay.
Also Read: Zakat Nikalne Ka Asan Tarika (Easy Step-by-Step Guide)
FAQs
1. Safar ki namaz kab shuru hoti hai?
As soon as you cross the boundary of your city or village and start a journey of 77 km or more, qasr namaz becomes wajib.
2. Kya safar mein sunnat padhna zaroori hai?
No, sunnat and nafl prayers are optional. If you have ease, you may pray them, but farz is the priority in travel.
3. Kya 2 din ke safar mein bhi qasr hoti hai?
Yes, even if your journey is just 2 days but covers 77 km or more, you should pray qasr namaz.
4. Agar safar 20 din ka ho to namaz kaise hogi?
If you’re staying 15 days or more at one place, you’ll pray full namaz like a resident.
5. Kya safar mein jama namaz kar sakte hain?
Yes, during safar, you’re allowed to combine Zuhr with Asr, and Maghrib with Isha, if needed.
Final Thoughts
Traveling should never make you miss namaz. With the ease Allah has given through Qasr Namaz, you can fulfill your duty without burden. Next time you pack your bags, remember: Namaz doesn’t stop during travel, it just becomes easier.
Now it’s your turn: Have you ever prayed qasr namaz during safar? Share your experience in the comments below.