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Niazi Express Ticket Price, Bus Timings, Online Booking & Contact Number

The Niazi Express ticket price runs from about Rs 850 on short routes to Rs 6,500 on the Lahore to Karachi overnight. Operating from the well known Niazi Adda on Band Road in Lahore, it reaches more than 150 destinations, including many small Punjab towns the premium operators do not serve at all.

Ticket price from
Rs 850Short intercity routes
Highest fare
Rs 6,500Lahore to Karachi
Network
150+Destinations nationwide
Headquarters
Niazi AddaBand Road, Lahore
Helpline
111-22-99-99Bookings and cargo

Short answer: Niazi Express is one of the cheaper branded operators, usually a few hundred rupees below Faisal Movers and well under Daewoo Express. Expect Rs 1,650 Lahore to Islamabad, Rs 6,100 Lahore to Karachi and Rs 850 Lahore to Faisalabad. Its real strength is reaching towns other operators skip.

Fares by route

Niazi Express ticket price list for popular routes

The Niazi Express ticket price list below covers its main intercity corridors, though the network extends far beyond them into central and southern Punjab. Executive is the standard class on most routes.

Niazi Express fares by route and class
RouteJourney time ClassTicket price
Lahore to Karachi16h 00mExecutiveRs 6,100
Karachi to Lahore16h 00mExecutiveRs 6,100
Lahore to Peshawar6h 45mExecutiveRs 2,500
Lahore to Multan4h 45mExecutiveRs 1,950
Lahore to Islamabad5h 00mExecutiveRs 1,650
Islamabad to Lahore5h 00mExecutiveRs 1,650
Islamabad to Peshawar2h 45mExecutiveRs 950
Lahore to Faisalabad2h 30mExecutiveRs 850
Lahore to Sahiwal3h 00mExecutiveRs 1,100
Lahore to Dera Ghazi Khan7h 00mExecutiveRs 2,400

Fares are indicative published prices and vary with fuel adjustments and peak demand. Your live, confirmed fare appears on the seat map before payment.

Where Niazi Express genuinely wins

Not on the motorway corridors, where it is competitive but unremarkable. Its advantage is depth of coverage in Punjab: Sahiwal, Sargodha, Bahawalnagar, Mianwali, Jhang, Khushab, Chishtian, Haroonabad, Fort Abbas and dozens of similar towns. If you are travelling to a smaller Punjab destination, Niazi Express is often one of very few operators that goes there at all, which matters far more than a Rs 200 fare difference on Lahore to Islamabad.


Fleet and seating

Niazi Express bus classes and what each fare includes

Niazi Express bus classes are straightforward, built around Executive seating on most routes with basic economy coaches on some regional services. There is no sleeper anywhere on the network, which matters on the long Karachi run.

Economy

2 + 2

Basic coaches used mainly on regional Punjab services.

  • Air conditioned, reclining seat
  • The lowest fare on the network
  • Serves the smaller town routes
  • Not offered on every corridor
From Rs 850Regional routes

Executive

2 + 2

The standard class across the main intercity network.

  • Reclining seat with more legroom
  • Air conditioning throughout
  • Refreshments on longer journeys
  • Used on all motorway corridors
From Rs 950Most routes

Business

2 + 2

Available on selected longer corridors.

  • Wider pitch than Executive
  • Entertainment on long routes
  • Snack service included
  • Check availability by route
Route dependentSelected corridors

Sleeper

Not offered

No berths anywhere on the Niazi Express network.

  • Lahore to Karachi is seated throughout
  • A sixteen hour journey upright
  • Worth knowing before booking overnight
  • Faisal Movers or Daewoo for a berth
Not availableAll routes

The overnight question

Niazi Express runs Lahore to Karachi at Rs 6,100, which is roughly Rs 700 below Faisal Movers Executive and Rs 1,850 below Daewoo Luxury. That looks like good value until you account for the journey being sixteen hours in a seat with no sleeper option on the network. On short and medium routes the saving is straightforwardly worth taking. On the full Karachi run, work out whether Rs 4,650 more for a Faisal Movers berth is worth a night’s sleep to you.


Schedule

Niazi Express bus timings and departure frequency

Niazi Express bus timings from Lahore run from about 5:00 AM to midnight on the busiest corridors, with the Faisalabad, Rawalpindi and Multan routes carrying the most frequent departures. Regional services to smaller towns run to sparser schedules.

Early morning

5:00 to 8:00 AM

First departures from Niazi Adda, heavily used on the Faisalabad and Rawalpindi corridors.

Daytime

9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Steady service across the main routes, with the widest availability on the regional Punjab network.

Evening

6:00 to 9:00 PM

Where the long haul Karachi departures sit, timed for a morning arrival after roughly sixteen hours.

Late night

Until midnight

Services continue to around midnight on the busiest corridors. Regional routes finish considerably earlier.

How reliable are Niazi Express departure times?

Adequate rather than exceptional, in line with its position in the market. The main terminals are busy and the fleet is older than the premium operators run, so schedules have less slack when something slips. On the regional Punjab routes, where it is often the only realistic option, timings are best treated as approximate. Build in a margin if you have a fixed commitment on arrival.


Get in touch

Niazi Express contact number, helpline and customer support

The Niazi Express contact number for bookings, schedules and cargo is the universal UAN 111-22-99-99, with city lines behind the local area code. Several terminals also publish direct landline numbers, which are often quicker than the automated menu.

Helpline and terminal numbers

Head office is at Niazi Adda, Band Road, Lahore, also known as Bakar Mandi, which handles thousands of passengers daily and is the origin point for most of the network.

Universal UAN
111-22-99-99
Lahore UAN
042-111-22-9999
Lahore direct
042-37467255
Rawalpindi
051-111-287-444
Islamabad direct
051-2226332
Islamabad mobile
0321-4900999
Online booking
niaziexpress.com.pk

Numbers change occasionally, so verify at the terminal before relying on them, and treat unfamiliar numbers advertised on social media with caution.

BOOKINGS

Reserving by phone

Call the UAN or your terminal’s direct line to reserve a seat and collect the ticket at the counter. Have your route, date and passenger count ready. The direct landlines usually reach a person faster than the automated UAN menu.

CARGO

Parcel and freight

Niazi Express runs a cargo and parcel service across its bus network with same day delivery on major routes and next day to most destinations, plus shipment tracking. Book at any terminal or on 111-22-99-99.

GROUP HIRE

Full bus bookings

The company offers full bus hire for corporate clients, educational institutions, wedding parties and tour groups. That is arranged through the helpline rather than the online booking system.


Where to board

Niazi Express terminals and boarding points in Pakistan

Niazi Adda on Band Road is the hub of the whole operation, and several other operators use it as a landmark when describing their own Lahore terminals. Lahore has a second boarding point at Thokar Niaz Baig.

Lahore

Niazi Adda, Band Road
Headquarters and main terminal, also known as Bakar Mandi. The busiest boarding point on the network.
Jinnah Terminal, Thokar Niaz Baig
Second Lahore boarding point, on the motorway approach.

Rawalpindi

Peshawar Road
Near the Bilal Daewoo terminal, serving the twin cities.

Islamabad

G-9 Markaz
Mangla Road, Karachi Company, in the centre of the capital rather than on its edge.

Multan

Hassanabad, Gate No. 1
Khanewal Road, the southern Punjab anchor of the network.

Central Punjab

Faisalabad, Sargodha, Jhang, Sahiwal
Terminals across the Punjab heartland, which is where the network is deepest.

Wider network

South and north
Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, Dera Ghazi Khan, Mianwali, Khushab, Chishtian and Fort Abbas, plus Peshawar, Abbottabad and Dera Ismail Khan.

On board and beyond

Services included in the Niazi Express ticket price

The Niazi Express ticket price covers a straightforward set of onboard facilities. Where the company goes further is off the bus, with a cargo network and group hire operation built on the same route map.

Air conditioningAcross the fleet
Reclining seatsAll classes
RefreshmentsOn longer journeys
150+ destinationsDeepest Punjab coverage
Cargo and parcelsSame day on major routes
Shipment trackingReal time on cargo
Full bus hireCorporate, weddings, tours
Counter bookingAt all terminals
Sleeper berthsNot offered on any route
Mobile appNo official app currently

Booking process

How to book Niazi Express tickets online

Booking Niazi Express tickets online takes about two minutes. There is no official Niazi Express app, so booking runs through its website or a ticketing platform, and a CNIC number is required for every passenger.

STEP 01

Search your route and date

Enter departure city, destination and travel date to see Niazi Express alongside every other operator.

STEP 02

Check what class runs

Executive is standard on most routes. Economy and Business availability varies by corridor.

STEP 03

Confirm your Lahore terminal

Niazi Adda on Band Road or Jinnah Terminal at Thokar. Then pick your seat and add CNIC details.

STEP 04

Pay and get your e-ticket

Pay by JazzCash, Easypaisa, card or bank transfer. Your e-ticket arrives on WhatsApp and email.

Booking tips specific to Niazi Express

  • Check which Lahore terminal. Niazi Adda and Thokar Niaz Baig are on opposite sides of the city.
  • There is no sleeper. The sixteen hour Karachi run is seated throughout, whatever class you book.
  • Regional routes run sparser schedules. For smaller Punjab towns, check departures before travelling to the terminal.
  • No official mobile app, so manage bookings through the website or the platform you booked on.

Payment methods

  • JazzCash
  • Easypaisa
  • Visa & Mastercard
  • 1LINK bank transfer
  • Raast
  • Cash at terminal counter

Operator comparison

Niazi Express vs Faisal Movers vs Daewoo Express ticket price compared

Comparing the Niazi Express ticket price against the larger operators on the same route shows a consistent discount of a few hundred rupees, with an older fleet and no sleeper option as the trade off.

Same-route fare comparison, Lahore to Islamabad
OperatorEntry fareTop class SleeperKnown for
Niazi ExpressRs 1,650Executive NoneDeepest small town Punjab network
Faisal MoversRs 2,000Rs 2,750 On long routesWidest network, most departures
Daewoo ExpressRs 2,670Rs 3,200 Lahore to KarachiPunctuality and terminal quality

Is the Niazi Express ticket price worth it?

It saves you around Rs 350 against Faisal Movers and Rs 1,000 against Daewoo on Lahore to Islamabad. Here is the honest case on both sides.

Worth choosing when

  • Your destination is a smaller Punjab town other operators skip
  • The journey is short or medium and the saving is pure gain
  • You are boarding at Niazi Adda, which is convenient from central Lahore
  • You want the Islamabad G-9 terminal rather than one on the city edge
  • You are sending cargo along a route it already serves

Look elsewhere when

  • You are travelling overnight to Karachi and want a berth
  • Arriving exactly on time matters to your plans
  • You want a newer fleet or a premium terminal experience
  • You prefer managing bookings in a mobile app
  • You need a 2+1 seat layout, which it does not offer

The bottom line

Niazi Express is the coverage at a discount option. On the main corridors it is a few hundred rupees cheaper than the big names with an older fleet, which is a fair trade on a daytime journey. Its genuine value is the Punjab network: for Sahiwal, Mianwali, Jhang, Fort Abbas and dozens of similar towns, it is frequently one of the only branded operators that goes there, and that beats a fare comparison every time.

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Common questions

Niazi Express ticket price FAQs

What is the Niazi Express ticket price?

Niazi Express fares run from about Rs 850 on short routes to Rs 6,100 for the Lahore to Karachi Executive service. Lahore to Islamabad is Rs 1,650, Lahore to Multan Rs 1,950 and Islamabad to Peshawar Rs 950. It is usually a few hundred rupees below Faisal Movers on the same corridor.

What is the Niazi Express contact number?

The universal UAN is 111-22-99-99. In Lahore use 042-111-22-9999 or the direct line 042-37467255, in Rawalpindi 051-111-287-444, and in Islamabad 051-2226332 or the mobile 0321-4900999. The same numbers handle bookings, cargo and full bus hire.

Where is the Niazi Express terminal in Lahore?

The main terminal and head office is Niazi Adda on Band Road, also known as Bakar Mandi. It is a well known Lahore landmark that other operators use to describe their own locations. There is a second boarding point at Jinnah Terminal, Thokar Niaz Baig, on the motorway approach.

Does Niazi Express have a sleeper bus?

No. There are no berths anywhere on the network, so the sixteen hour Lahore to Karachi journey is seated throughout whatever class you book. If a flat berth matters on an overnight route, Faisal Movers or Daewoo Express are the operators to consider instead.

Which cities does Niazi Express serve?

More than 150 destinations, with the deepest coverage in Punjab: Lahore, Faisalabad, Multan, Rawalpindi, Sargodha, Bahawalpur, Sahiwal, Jhang, Mianwali, Khushab, Dera Ghazi Khan, Chishtian, Haroonabad and Fort Abbas among many others. Northern routes reach Peshawar, Abbottabad, Mansehra and Dera Ismail Khan.

What are the Niazi Express bus timings from Lahore?

Services to cities like Faisalabad, Rawalpindi and Multan run from about 5:00 AM to midnight. Long haul Karachi departures sit in the evening for a morning arrival. Regional routes to smaller towns run sparser schedules, so check departures before heading to the terminal.

Can I send cargo with Niazi Express?

Yes. The company runs a parcel and freight service across its bus network, with same day delivery on major routes, next day to most destinations and real time shipment tracking. Book at any terminal or call 111-22-99-99. It is widely used by businesses and online sellers.

Does Niazi Express have a mobile app?

Not currently. Booking is done through the Niazi Express website, a third party ticketing platform, or at a terminal counter. That is worth knowing if you prefer to manage changes from an app after booking.

Can I hire a full Niazi Express bus?

Yes. Full bus hire is available for corporate clients, educational institutions, wedding parties, tour groups and event organisers. Arrangements are made on the helpline rather than through the online booking system, so call 111-22-99-99 with your dates and passenger numbers.

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