The ultimate guide for foreigners and locals to book or buy bus tickets online in Pakistan.
Bus Ticket booking has become easy nowadays as many bus companies have started online ticket bookings through mobile apps. There are ticket booking websites that also provide their services by selling bus tickets online for their partner bus companies. Online ticket booking is relatively easy for Pakistani residents. However, it might be difficult for international travellers to buy bus tickets online as many companies require mobile number verification before booking. We will try to cover every possibility for Pakistani and international travellers on How to Buy Bus Tickets Online in Pakistan.
Bus Companies in Pakistan Having Nationwide Network:
Daewoo Express and Faisal Movers are two of the largest bus companies in Pakistan, with routes all over the country. We recommend that foreign travellers use these buses, especially between cities like Lahore, Islamabad, Karachi, Peshawar, Swat, and Gilgit.
Below we will explain these bus companies in short
1. Faisal Movers:
Faisal Movers Bus Service has a nationwide network operating in Pakistan since 2003. It has significant routes throughout the country, such as Lahore to Islamabad, Lahore to Karachi, Islamabad to Karachi, Islamabad to Multan, and northern areas, which include Islamabad to Naran, Swat, Hunza, Gilgit, and Murree.
How to Book Faisal Movers bus tickets?
For Faisal Movers tickets, you can buy bus tickets online at bookkaru.com or the Faisal Movers Android app. Choose the location and destination, select the departure date (select Faisal Movers as an operator if you use the BOOKKARU site or apps), and press Search. You will see available times with service type and Bus Fare details. Select the desired one, and choose your seat and boarding point to proceed. For phone reservations, you can call them at +923111224488.
Read More: Faisal Movers Online Booking
2. Daewoo Express:
Daewoo Express Bus Service has a nationwide network and has operated since 1997 in Pakistan. It has major routes throughout the country, such as Lahore to Islamabad, Lahore to Karachi, Islamabad to Karachi, Islamabad to Multan, etc. For phone reservations, you can call them on +923041117008
How to get Daewoo Express Bus Tickets Online?
Daewoo Express Bus Service has a nationwide network and has operated since 1997 in Pakistan. It has major routes throughout the country, such as Lahore to Rawalpindi, Lahore to Karachi, Rawalpindi to Karachi, Rawalpindi to Multan, etc. For phone reservations, you can call them on +923041117008
How to Book Daewoo Express Bus Tickets Online?
For Daewoo Express Online booking, download its apps from the stores. It has its own Android and IOS apps available. You can check our article Daewoo Express Online Booking. Further, they have collaborated with other third-party ticketing platforms such as bookme.pk, sastaticket.pk, etc., that gives them an edge over all other operators on the online ticketing side.
Are there other bus options besides Daewoo and Faisal Movers?
Pakistan has several bus companies providing reliable services nationwide. Some major operators on key routes include Daewoo Express, Faisal Movers, Q Connect, Road Master, Waraich Express, Niazi Express, Sada Bahar Coaches, NATCO and Skyways. These companies are known for their quality service, ensuring a comfortable journey for passengers. For those interested in exploring more options, you can also find a list of Pakistan’s top 10 bus companies to help you choose the best service for your travel needs.
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How to Buy Bus Tickets Online in Pakistan?
Most bus companies have online ticket booking apps, and some rely on other bus booking websites. You can check the details of all these bus booking websites here.
To buy bus tickets online in Pakistan, you can visit www.pkbuses.com. We have a large number of Bus operators onboard and provide the lowest fares in the country. You can find all major bus companies here, such as Faisal Movers, Daewoo Express, Kainat Travels, FMBT Express, Sada Bahar Coaches, and many others. There are other major online platforms to buy bus tickets online.
You can visit the local bus station for other bus companies. We suggest you get help from the locals so that you can get your ticket easily, as there should be a language barrier because most of the operators have staff who understand URDU most of the time.
Below are the major bus booking websites in Pakistan:
Problems one can face buying online tickets, especially foreigners.
Most bus operators require mobile number verification before allowing you to purchase a ticket through their apps. To meet this requirement, you will need to obtain a local mobile SIM card from one of the telecom companies in Pakistan. We recommend choosing Jazz or Telenor, as these providers offer better coverage in Pakistan, but for Mobile data on the north side, you have to use the SCom network.
You can obtain a SIM card by presenting your passport and valid visa at any authorized outlet. Alternatively, you may book your tickets by calling the bus company directly and collecting your ticket from their counter.
What are Bus fares in Pakistan?
Bus fares are relatively low in Pakistan. For example, a Lahore to Islamabad bus ticket costs around 1500 to 4500 RS, which ranges from $6 to $15. You can check bus fares for major bus services here.
A Note from PK BUSES for foreigners:
As a foreigner, you can use the methods mentioned above to buy bus tickets online in Pakistan. All the bus companies and booking sites are trustworthy for booking and travelling. If you still have trouble getting bus tickets in Pakistan, email us at hello@pkbuses.com or message us on Facebook or Instagram for help. (We don’t charge anything for this.)
Frequently Asked Questions:
How to buy bus tickets online in Pakistan?
You can buy bus tickets online from bus ticket booking sites like sastaticket.pk, Bookme.pk, and Bookkaru.com.
Which site is the best for booking a bus in Pakistan?
Bookme. pk is Pakistan’s leading bus ticket booking website, with the largest number of bus companies onboard. On the other hand, Bookkaru has a major bus company, Faisal Movers, which provides the best service across the country.
Which app is used to book bus tickets in Pakistan?
To book bus tickets in Pakistan, you can use the SasataTicket.pk, Bookme. pk, or Bookkaru.com apps.
How do we pay for online bus tickets through apps in Pakistan?
You can use any international debit or credit card to purchase bus tickets in Pakistan.
What is the cheapest bus ticket booking app in Pakistan?
Many booking apps in Pakistan give you cheap bus tickets, such as Bookme, Bookkaru, and SastaTicket.
Can we reserve a bus seat without paying?
You can reserve your seat and pay at the counter for your bus ticket.
Does Pakistan have sleeper buses?
Yes, multiple bus companies have sleeper buses on the Quetta to Karachi route. Only Daewoo Express and Faisal Movers have sleeper buses on the Karachi to Lahore route.
Which is the most luxurious bus in Pakistan?
Faisal Movers is one of the most luxurious bus companies nationwide; other companies include Daewoo Express, Road Master, Q Connect, etc.
Does the Pakistani Sleeper Bus have a toilet?
No, there are no sleeper buses that have toilets.
Is there any bus company in Pakistan that has a toilet/washroom?
Q Connect is the most luxurious bus service, with a toilet on board. Its route is from Lahore to Islamabad.
Where can I find intercity bus connections in Pakistan?
At bookme.pk, you can find intercity bus connections in various Pakistani cities.
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