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Karachi to Islamabad Bus

Schedules, Ticket Prices & Timings 2026

Karachi to Islamabad Bus — Key Facts

The bus route from Karachi to Islamabad covers a distance of 1418 km with an estimated travel time of 16h 30m. The lowest ticket fare starts from Rs. 1,000. There are 4 bus operators serving this route, including Karachi Coach Service, Faisal Movers, FM STC Transit.

⚡ Quick Facts

Distance
1418 KM
By Bus
16h 30m
By Train
23h 40m
By Air
2h
Daily Buses
4+
Starting Fare
Rs. 1,000
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Karachi to Islamabad Route Overview

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Karachi to Islamabad Bus Ticket Prices

Operator Bus Type Ticket Price (PKR)
Karachi Coach Service Luxury
Rs. 5,500
Faisal Movers Standard
Rs. 10,416 – Rs. 11,435
FM STC Transit Standard
Rs. 1,000
FMSTC Executive
Rs. 6,500
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Karachi to Islamabad Departure Timings

Operator Bus Type Departure Action
Karachi Coach Service Luxury 08:00 AM In-Terminal Only
Faisal Movers Standard 09:30 AM In-Terminal Only
FM STC Transit Standard 10:00 AM In-Terminal Only
FMSTC Executive 12:00 PM In-Terminal Only
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Karachi to Islamabad 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.
ℹ️ Exact stops vary by operator and highway route.
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Karachi to Islamabad 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.
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Karachi to Islamabad Boarding & Dropping Points

Departure Karachi
Abdullah Lahore Terminal
Abdullah Terminal at Band Road Lahore
Adil Shah Coaches Karachi
Sohrab Goth Flyover, Federal B Area Block 22 Gulberg Town,Karachi City, Sindh
Al Asif Square
Al Asif Square, Karachi
Bala Gujjar Transport Main Terminal
Headquarter
Cantt Terminal
Faisal Movers Karachi Cantt terminal, near Regency Hotel
City Lahore Terminal
Karachi Sadar Taj complex, Karachi Cantt near Regency Hotel, Sohrab Goth Karachi
Daewoo Express Karachi
Scheme # 33, Main Super Highway, Near PSO Petrol Pump, Sohrab Goth, Karachi
Faisal Movers Karachi
Karachi Saddar Taj complex, Karachi Cantt near Regency hotel, Sohrab Goth Karachi
Jinnah Lahore Terminal
Jinah Terminal Thokar Niaz Baig.
Karachi Cantt Terminal
Faisal Movers, Karachi Cantt near Regency Hotel, Karachi
Karachi Coach Service Main Terminal
Headquarter
Karachi Head Office
Welyani bus terminal sohrab goth, KMC Work Area, Karachi
Karachi Saddar Terminal
Faisal Movers, Karachi Saddar Taj Complex Terminal, Karachi
Karachi Sohrab Goth Terminal
Faisal Movers, Al Asif Square, Karachi Bus Terminal Sohrab Goth, Karachi
Karachi Terminal
AC Terminal, Stand No_8
Khan Movers Main Terminal
Headquarter
Punjab Bus Terminal
Punjab Bus Terminal, Sohrab Goth, Karachi
Quetta Bus Stand
Quetta Bus Stand, Karachi
Sada Bahar Karachi
Gulzar-e-Hijri Gulzar E Hijri Scheme 33, Karachi
Sadar Terminal
Faisal Movers, Karachi Sadar Taj Complex
Skyways Karachi
Scheme# 33, Main Super Highway, Near PSO Petrol Pump, Suhrab Goth, Karachi.
Sohrab Goth Terminal
Faisal Movers, Al Asif Square Sohrab Goth Karachi
Taj Complex
Taj Complex, Karachi.
Terminal Address
Waraich Express Karachi
Karachi Cantonment Karachi, Karachi City, Sindh
Waraich Express Karachi Keamari Bus Stand, Karachi City, Sindh
Waraich Express Terminal Address
Yousuf Goth Terminal
XW4H+Q6F, Yusuf Goth Yousuf Goth Keamari, Karachi, Karachi City, Sindh
Arrival Islamabad
Bahawalpur Terminal
Near Army Petrol Pump Bahawalpur
Baloch Transport Islamabad
Islamabad Bus Terminal Motorway Chowk 26 # chungi (PSW Mor)
City Terminal Islamabad
Faisal Movers, Ghazali Road near Grand Trunk Rd, Islamabad
Faisal Movers Islamabad
Motor-ways Chowk # 26 Peshawar Road, Islamabad.
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.
Islamabad Bus Terminal RM
Islamabad Bus Terminal
Islamabad Terminal
Faisal Movers Faizabad, Pirwadhai Crystal Lines & City Terminal near 26 no More
Multan Terminal
Vehari Chowk, General Bus Stand, Multan.
New City Islamabad Terminal
Motor-ways Chowk # 26 Peshawar Road, Islamabad.
New City Islamabad Terminal
Motor-ways Chowk # 26 Peshawar Road, Islamabad.
Niazi Express Islamabad
Mangla Road, Karachi Company, G-9 Markaz, G-9, Islamabad
Pirwadhai Terminal Rawalpindi
Crystal Line Terminal, Opposite Pir Wadhai General Bus stand Rawalpindi.
Sada Bahar Islamabad
G 9 Markaz G-9, Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory
Skyways Islamabad
 Plot #203, Street # 1, Industrial Area, Sector I-10/3, Islamabad, Pakistan
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❓ FAQ

Karachi to Islamabad — Frequently Asked Questions

The average travel time is approximately 16h 30m, depending on the bus operator and traffic conditions.
The cheapest fare starts from around Rs. 1,000 for standard AC services.
Major operators include Karachi Coach Service, Faisal Movers, FM STC Transit and several other premium services.
You can book tickets directly at the operator's terminal, through their official mobile apps, or by using online portals like Bookme or Sastaticket.
Early morning (6 AM - 8 AM) or late night (after 10 PM) are usually the best times to avoid heavy city traffic and enjoy a smoother journey.
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