Islamabad / Rawalpindi to Skardu Bus Route, Timings & Fares 2026

Planning to travel from Islamabad / Rawalpindi to Skardu? We have compiled the complete journey details including the latest bus ticket prices, daily departure timings, and a list of all operators serving this route. Whether you're looking for the cheapest fare or a premium luxury bus, find everything you need below.

Islamabad / Rawalpindi to Skardu Key Facts: The lowest ticket fare starts from Rs. 5,200. There are 2 bus operators serving this route with 2+ daily departures.

Distance: 646 km
Estimated Time: 8h 10m
Starting Fare: Rs. 5,200
Operators: Crystal Lines, NATCO Express

Quick Facts

Distance

646 KM

By Bus

8h 10m

By Train

10h 50m

Daily Buses

Starting Fare

Rs. 5,200

Islamabad / Rawalpindi to Skardu Route Overview

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Islamabad / Rawalpindi to Skardu Bus Ticket Prices

Operator	Ticket Price (PKR)
Crystal Lines	Rs. 5,200
NATCO Express	Rs. 6,160

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Islamabad / Rawalpindi to Skardu Departure Timings

Operator	Bus Type	Departure
Crystal Lines	Luxury	06:00 AM
NATCO Express	Yutong Bus	01:00 PM

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Islamabad / Rawalpindi to Skardu Rest Stops & Journey Info

🍽️ Buses typically make 1–2 meal and prayer stops, depending on journey length.

🏪 Rest areas include food courts, clean washrooms, and convenience stores.

Exact stops vary by operator and highway route.

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Islamabad / Rawalpindi to Skardu Travel Tips

Arrive at the terminal at least 15 minutes before departure.
Keep your e-ticket or SMS confirmation ready.
Check luggage policies as weight limits may apply.

Islamabad / Rawalpindi to Skardu Boarding & Dropping Points

Departure Islamabad / Rawalpindi

Bahawalpur Terminal
Near Army Petrol Pump Bahawalpur

Baloch Transport Islamabad
Islamabad Bus Terminal Motorway Chowk 26 # chungi (PSW Mor)
Contact number: 0311 1155255

Baloch Transport Rawalpindi
Pir Wadhai Mor, Shalimar Bus Terminal, Rawalpindi
Contact number: 03111-155-255

City Terminal Islamabad
Faisal Movers, Ghazali Road near Grand Trunk Rd, Islamabad

Crystal Lines Travels Pirwadhai
Crystal Lines Travels, Main Pirwadhai Road, Rawalpindi

Daewoo Express Rawalpindi
Khasra No. 1459/2/2, Village Jhangi Syedan, Near EME College
Contact number: 051-5466215

Daewoo Express Terminal Address

Faisal Movers Islamabad
Motor-ways Chowk # 26 Peshawar Road, Islamabad.
Contact number: 03111224488

Faisal Movers Rawalpindi Faizabad
Al Makkah Terminal Main Faizabad Chowk Rawalpindi
Contact number: 051-111-22-44-88 / 0315-8

Faisal Movers Rawalpindi Pirwadhai
Crystal Lines Terminal, Pirwadhai Rawalpindi
Contact number: 051-111-22-44-88 / 0315-8

Faizabad Rawalpindi Terminal
Main Faizabad Chowk, Opposite Old Daewoo Terminal, Peer Wadhai Moor, Rawalpindi

Faizabad Terminal
Faizabad, Islamabad

Faizabad Terminal Rawalpindi
Faisal Movers, AL Makkah Terminal Faizabad, IJP Road, Rawalpindi.

General Bus Stand Rawalpindi

Islamabad Bus Terminal RM
Islamabad Bus Terminal

Islamabad Terminal
Faisal Movers Faizabad, Pirwadhai Crystal Lines & City Terminal near 26 no More

Kohistan Express Faizabad
Faizabad, near Bilal Travels, Rawalpindi
Contact number: 0315-1776444

Kohistan Express Islamabad 26 Number
Near Motorway Chowk 26 No, Islamabad
Contact number: 0332-1776444

Main Pirwadhai Road
Main Pirwadhai Road. Pirwadhai. Rawalpindi

Multan Terminal
Vehari Chowk, General Bus Stand, Multan.

NATCO Islamabad
NATCO Office, Islamabad
Contact number: 051-4864041

NATCO Rawalpindi
NATCO Office, Rawalpindi
Contact number: 051-9334556

New City Islamabad Terminal
Motor-ways Chowk # 26 Peshawar Road, Islamabad.

New Khan Rawalpindi
New Khan Terminal, Rawalpindi
Contact number: 03177052555

Niazi Express 99 Rawalpindi
Near Jhangi Sayyedan, near EME College, Peshawar Road
Contact number: 051-5466215

Niazi Express Islamabad
Mangla Road, Karachi Company, G-9 Markaz, G-9, Islamabad
Contact number: 0321 4900999

Niazi Express Rawalpindi
Bilal Daewoo Peshawar road Rawalpindi.
Contact number: 051-111-287-444

Pakistan Express Faizabad
General Bus Stand, Faizabad
Contact number: 03345884747

Pakistan Express Rawalpindi
General Bus Stand, Pirwadhai, Rawalpindi
Contact number: 03345884747

Pindi Coaches Main Terminal
Headquarter

Pirwadhai Bus Terminal RWP
Pirwadhai Bus Terminal, Rawalpindi

Pirwadhai Terminal
Pirwadhai, Rawalpindi

Pirwadhai Terminal Rawalpindi
Crystal Line Terminal, Opposite Pir Wadhai General Bus stand Rawalpindi.

Potohar Express Main Terminal
Headquarter

Rana Brothers Main Terminal
Headquarter

Rawalpindi Head Office
Main Peshawar Rd, Near Pirwadhai, Rawalpindi

Rawalpindi Terminal
Pirwadhai Road, Rawalpindi.

Road Master Terminal PirWadhai
Road Master Terminal PirWadhai

Sada Bahar Islamabad
G 9 Markaz G-9, Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory
Contact number: 03331114688 0321-4348923

Sada Bahar Rawalpindi &
Pirwadhai Adda Rawalpindi
Contact number: 03331114688\0300-5340676\

Sania Express Faizabad Terminal Rawalpindi
Main Faizabad Chowk, opposite old Daewoo Terminal, Pir Wadhai Mor, Rawalpindi
Contact number: 051-1112244 88

Sania Express New City Terminal Islamabad
Motorway Chowk # 26, Peshawar Road, Islamabad
Contact number: 03158222024

Silk Line Faizabad Terminal Rawalpindi
I.J.P. Road, Faizabad, I-8/4, Rawalpindi
Contact number: 03111254333

Skyways Islamabad
Plot #203, Street # 1, Industrial Area, Sector I-10/3, Islamabad, Pakistan
Contact number: 051-111-555-567

Arrival Skardu

NATCO Skardu
NATCO Office, Skardu
Contact number: 05815-920289

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Islamabad / Rawalpindi to Skardu Bus Ticket Price by Class

The Islamabad / Rawalpindi to Skardu bus ticket price depends on the class of bus you pick. Below is what each class costs on this route right now, and which companies run it.

Bus Class	Ticket Price	Bus Service
Luxury	Rs. 5,200 – Rs. 5,500	K2 Movers, Crystal Lines, Mashabrum Tours
Yutong	Rs. 6,160	NATCO Express

Economy buses are the cheapest and stop more often on the way. Business and Executive buses cost more but give you wider seats, more leg room and fewer stops. Sleeper buses have beds instead of seats and suit long night journeys. Check the bus timings above to see which class runs at the time you want to travel.

FAQ

Islamabad / Rawalpindi to Skardu — Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Islamabad / Rawalpindi to Skardu bus take?+

The bus takes about 8h 10m. The exact time depends on the bus company you choose and the traffic on the day.

What is the Islamabad / Rawalpindi to Skardu bus ticket price?+

The ticket price starts from Rs. 5,200 for a standard AC bus. Business, executive and sleeper buses cost more. The full fare list for every company is given above.

Which bus service runs from Islamabad / Rawalpindi to Skardu?+

Crystal Lines, NATCO Express run buses on this route, along with other companies. You can see every operator, with their timings and ticket price, on this page.

How can I book a Islamabad / Rawalpindi to Skardu bus ticket online?+

First compare the bus timings and ticket price of every company above. For online booking, use the operator's own app or website, or call the contact number given on this page. You can also buy your ticket at the bus terminal before the bus leaves.

What are the Islamabad / Rawalpindi to Skardu bus timings?+

Buses run through the day on this route. The full timetable, with first and last bus timings for every company, is shown above. Early morning and late night buses are the best choice if you want to avoid city traffic.