Bahawalpur to Khaplu Bus Ticket Price, Online Booking, Service Timing

In the Shyok valley east of Skardu, Khaplu is about 1,415 km from Bahawalpur. The trip is a twin cities coach, a long coach to Skardu and a van along the river; allow about 34 hours.

Fares from Rs 7,421 via Rawalpindi, per seat

Cheapest total
Rs 7,421via Rawalpindi
Journey time
with two changes
Distance
About 1,415 kmvia Rawalpindi
Change at
Rawalpindi, Skarduthen local transport
Second leg
Rs 5,121 to Rs 5,500Rawalpindi to Skardu

Quick Fare Check: Bahawalpur to Khaplu costs from about Rs 7,421 for two coaches and a local ride: Bahawalpur Express to Rawalpindi at Rs 2,300 and NATCO on to Skardu at Rs 5,121, then a van to Khaplu, paid locally; allow about 34 hours.

Bahawalpur to Khaplu bus fare by operator

Bahawalpur to Khaplu bus fares add up three tickets: the run north by the M-4 and the M-2 to the twin cities and the Rawalpindi to Skardu coach, then a van to Khaplu.

Bahawalpur to Khaplu bus ticket prices by operator and class, cheapest first
Bus operatorClassRouteJourney timeTicket priceBooking
Bahawalpur ExpressLuxuryLeg 1: to Rawalpindi, 6:30 amRs 2,300Book now Bahawalpur Express Luxury, Bahawalpur to Khaplu
Daewoo ExpressLuxury ACLeg 1: to Rawalpindi, 10 am or 1 pmRs 2,960Book now Daewoo Express Luxury, Bahawalpur to Khaplu
NATCOCoachLeg 2: Rawalpindi to Skardu, 2 pmRs 5,121Book now NATCO Coach, Bahawalpur to Khaplu
K2 MoversLuxuryLeg 2: Pirwadhai to Skardu, 6 pm; book by phoneRs 5,200Tickets at the stand
Mashabrum ToursLuxuryLeg 2: Pirwadhai to Skardu, eveningRs 5,500Book now Mashabrum Tours Luxury, Bahawalpur to Khaplu
Local vansVanLeg 3: Skardu to KhapluPaid on boardTickets at the stand

Indicative one-way prices for one adult seat on each leg; the live fare confirms at checkout. Every Rawalpindi to Skardu operator is on the Rawalpindi to Skardu page.

Bahawalpur to Khaplu route map

Bahawalpur to Khaplu route map Map of the Bahawalpur to Khaplu bus route through Bahawalpur, Khanewal, Faisalabad, Kallar Kahar, Rawalpindi, Besham, Chilas, Skardu, Khaplu. 30°N 32°N 34°N 70°E 72°E 74°E 76°E Bahawalpur Rawalpindi Chilas Skardu Khaplu 200 km N
Cities plotted from their coordinates; the line shows the corridor, not every bend of the road. Coaches run north by the M-4 and the M-2 to the twin cities, then on to Skardu and Khaplu.

Totals to Khaplu

  1. Bahawalpur Express plus NATCORs 7,421
  2. Bahawalpur Express plus K2 MoversRs 7,500
  3. Bahawalpur Express plus Mashabrum ToursRs 7,800
  4. Daewoo Express plus Mashabrum ToursRs 8,460
Coach fares added together for one adult, one way; the local fare is extra.

Bahawalpur to Khaplu bus timings

Bahawalpur to Khaplu bus timings come down to reaching Rawalpindi before the Skardu departures.

  1. To the twin cities

    6:30 am to 1 pm

    Bahawalpur Express leaves at 6:30 am and Daewoo Express at 10 am and 1 pm; about seven and a half hours by the M-4 and M-2.

  2. Twin cities to Skardu

    2 to 6 pm

    NATCO at 2 pm, K2 Movers at 6 pm and Mashabrum Tours in the evening; 22 to 24 hours.

  3. The change

    Allow an hour

    Coaches for the north leave from Pirwadhai and Faizabad, so allow 30 to 45 minutes across Rawalpindi from where the Bahawalpur coaches set down.

  4. Winter

    Check the road

    Snow and landslides can close the mountain roads between December and March, so check before you set off.

Bahawalpur to Khaplu bus online booking

Book both legs of the Bahawalpur to Khaplu trip together, so the Rawalpindi coach arrives in good time for the Skardu departure.

  1. Choose your coach

    Pick an operator and class from the fare table above, and check where it boards and drops before you pay.

  2. Pick your seat

    Choose a window or aisle seat on the seat map. Women are seated beside women or family members.

  3. Pay and board

    Pay by JazzCash, Easypaisa or card and keep the e-ticket. Carry your CNIC and reach the terminal 30 minutes early.

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Which is the best bus service from Bahawalpur to Khaplu?

The best way from Bahawalpur to Khaplu is an early coach to Rawalpindi and the Skardu coach the same day.

  • NATCO

    Lowest Skardu fare

    About Rs 5,121 from Rawalpindi.

    From Rs 5,121

  • Mashabrum Tours

    More comfort

    About Rs 5,500 in Luxury from Rawalpindi.

    From Rs 5,500

  • Bahawalpur Express

    Cheapest first leg

    About Rs 2,300 to Rawalpindi, at 6:30 am.

    From Rs 2,300

  • Daewoo Express

    Most departures

    About Rs 2,960 to Rawalpindi, at 10 am or 1 pm.

    From Rs 2,960

Our pick

Take Bahawalpur Express to Rawalpindi and NATCO on to Skardu, for about Rs 7,421 in all.

Before you book a Bahawalpur to Khaplu bus

Before you book a Bahawalpur to Khaplu bus, check these three things.

  • Yabgo palace

    The restored palace of Khaplu’s old rajas is now a hotel.

  • Chaqchan mosque

    The old wooden mosque is one of Baltistan’s landmarks.

  • Skardu

    See Bahawalpur to Skardu.

Bahawalpur to Khaplu bus FAQs

What is the Bahawalpur to Khaplu bus fare?

From about Rs 7,421 for two coaches and a local ride: Bahawalpur Express to Rawalpindi and NATCO on to Skardu.

Is there a direct bus from Bahawalpur to Khaplu?

No. Change at Rawalpindi and again at Skardu for the Skardu coach.

How long does Bahawalpur to Khaplu take?

About 34 hours, including about seven and a half hours to Rawalpindi and the wait between coaches.

Which buses run from Rawalpindi to Skardu?

NATCO, K2 Movers and Mashabrum Tours run the Rawalpindi to Skardu leg.

How long is the Skardu to Khaplu van?

About two and a half hours.

Book Bahawalpur to Khaplu bus tickets for your date

Book your coach to Rawalpindi and the Skardu leg, then pay with JazzCash, Easypaisa or card.

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