Gujranwala to Chilas Bus Ticket Price, Online Booking, Service Timing

Chilas, the Diamer district town on the Indus known for its prehistoric rock carvings, is about 610 km from Gujranwala on the Karakoram Highway. NATCO runs straight to Chilas from Rawalpindi in the evening, and the Gilgit coaches of Mashabrum Tours and K2 Movers pass through.

Two coaches from Rs 4,010 via Rawalpindi, per seat

Two coaches
Rs 4,010via Rawalpindi
Journey time
with the change
Distance
About 610 kmvia Rawalpindi
Change at
Rawalpindithe twin cities
Second leg
Rs 2,600 to Rs 3,600Rawalpindi to Chilas

Quick Fare Check: Gujranwala to Chilas costs from about Rs 4,010 for two coaches: Daewoo Express to Rawalpindi at Rs 1,410 and NATCO on to Chilas at Rs 2,600; allow about 15 hours.

Gujranwala to Chilas bus fare by operator

Gujranwala to Chilas bus fares are two tickets, since no coach runs through: a coach up the GT Road to Rawalpindi, then the Chilas coach from Rawalpindi.

Gujranwala to Chilas bus ticket prices by operator and class, cheapest first
Bus operatorClassRouteJourney timeTicket priceBooking
Daewoo ExpressLuxury ACLeg 1: to Rawalpindi, 6, 7 or 8 am, or 2:30 pmRs 1,410Book now Daewoo Express Luxury, Gujranwala to Chilas
PaklinesStandardLeg 1: to Rawalpindi, 1:30 amRs 1,800Book now Paklines Standard, Gujranwala to Chilas
NATCOCoachLeg 2: Rawalpindi to Chilas, 5 pmRs 2,600Book now NATCO Coach, Gujranwala to Chilas
NATCOLuxury ACLeg 2: Rawalpindi to Chilas, 7 pmRs 3,600Book now NATCO Luxury, Gujranwala to Chilas
Mashabrum ToursLuxuryLeg 2: Rawalpindi to Chilas, Gilgit coach from Pirwadhai, about 9 pm; ask for ChilasAt bookingBook now Mashabrum Tours Luxury, Gujranwala to Chilas
K2 MoversLuxuryLeg 2: Rawalpindi to Chilas, Gilgit coach from Pirwadhai, 5 pm; ask for ChilasAt bookingBook now K2 Movers Luxury, Gujranwala to Chilas

Indicative one-way prices for one adult seat on each leg; the live fare confirms at checkout.

Gujranwala to Chilas route map

Gujranwala to Chilas route map Map of the Gujranwala to Chilas bus route through Gujranwala, Jhelum, Rawalpindi, Abbottabad, Besham, Chilas. 33°N 34°N 35°N 72°E 73°E 74°E 75°E Gujranwala Rawalpindi Besham Chilas 100 km N
Cities plotted from their coordinates; the line shows the corridor, not every bend of the road. Coaches run up the GT Road to Rawalpindi, then the Karakoram Highway through Besham to Chilas on the Indus.

Coach totals to Chilas

  1. Daewoo Express plus NATCORs 4,010
  2. Paklines plus NATCORs 5,400
Both coach tickets added together for one adult, one way.

Gujranwala to Chilas bus timings

Gujranwala to Chilas bus timings come down to reaching Rawalpindi before the Chilas departures.

  1. To Rawalpindi

    1:30 am to 2:30 pm

    Paklines leaves Gujranwala at 1:30 am and Daewoo Express at 6, 7 and 8 am and 2:30 pm; allow about four hours up the GT Road.

  2. Rawalpindi to Chilas

    5 and 7 pm

    NATCO at 5 pm and 7 pm, about 9h 30m; the Gilgit coaches leave Pirwadhai at 5 pm and about 9 pm.

  3. The change

    Allow an hour

    Daewoo Express arrives at its own twin cities terminal, while most northbound coaches and coasters leave from Pirwadhai, so allow 30 to 45 minutes across Rawalpindi.

  4. Mountain roads

    Check before you go

    Landslides and snow close the Karakoram Highway and the Babusar road at times, mostly from December to March; check the road before you set off.

Gujranwala to Chilas bus online booking

Gujranwala to Chilas bus online booking works leg by leg: reserve the Rawalpindi coach first, then the Chilas seat that suits its arrival.

  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 Gujranwala to Chilas?

The best way from Gujranwala to Chilas is an early coach to Rawalpindi and the Chilas coach the same day.

  • NATCO

    Lowest Chilas fare

    About Rs 2,600 from Rawalpindi.

    From Rs 2,600

  • K2 Movers

    More comfort

    Luxury seats from Rawalpindi; fare at booking.

    Fare at booking

  • Daewoo Express

    Cheapest first leg

    About Rs 1,410 to Rawalpindi, at 6, 7 or 8 am or 2:30 pm.

    From Rs 1,410

Our pick

Take Daewoo Express to Rawalpindi and NATCO on to Chilas, for about Rs 4,010 in all.

Before you book a Gujranwala to Chilas bus

Before you book a Gujranwala to Chilas bus, check these three things.

  • Rock carvings

    Thousands of rock carvings and inscriptions line the Indus around Chilas, some near the KKH.

  • Babusar road

    In high summer the Babusar Pass links Chilas with Naran; see Gujranwala to Naran.

  • Astore and Nanga Parbat

    The Astore valley road leaves the KKH beyond Chilas; see Gujranwala to Astore.

Gujranwala to Chilas bus FAQs

What is the Gujranwala to Chilas bus fare?

From about Rs 4,010 for two coaches: Daewoo Express to Rawalpindi and NATCO on to Chilas.

Is there a direct bus from Gujranwala to Chilas?

No. Change at Rawalpindi for the Chilas coach.

How long does Gujranwala to Chilas take?

About 15 hours, including about four hours to Rawalpindi and the wait between coaches.

Which buses run from Rawalpindi to Chilas?

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

Is there a direct coach from Rawalpindi to Chilas?

Yes. NATCO runs to Chilas at 5 pm and 7 pm.

Book Gujranwala to Chilas bus tickets for your date

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

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