Hafizabad to Gilgit Bus Ticket Price, Online Booking, Service Timing

All told, Hafizabad to Gilgit costs about Rs 4,960 in fares, about 23 and a quarter hours on the road: Shalimar Bus to Rawalpindi at Rs 1,200, followed by NATCO on to Gilgit at Rs 3,760. Gilgit is the capital of Gilgit-Baltistan.

Two coaches from Rs 4,960 via Rawalpindi, per seat

Cheapest total
Rs 4,960via Rawalpindi
Journey time
with the change
Distance
About 900 kmvia Rawalpindi
Change at
Rawalpindicoach to coach
Second leg
Rs 3,760Rawalpindi to Gilgit

Quick Fare Check: Hafizabad to Gilgit costs from about Rs 4,960 in fares: Shalimar Bus to Rawalpindi at Rs 1,200; NATCO to Gilgit at Rs 3,760. Allow about 23 and a quarter hours.

Hafizabad to Gilgit bus fare by operator

There is no through coach from Hafizabad to Gilgit; the table lists each ride in order.

Hafizabad to Gilgit bus ticket prices by operator and class, cheapest first
Bus operatorClassRouteJourney timeTicket priceBooking
Shalimar BusCoach ACLeg 1: Hafizabad to Rawalpindi, 3 pmRs 1,200Book now Shalimar Bus Coach, Hafizabad to Gilgit
Hafizabad TransportCoachLeg 1: Hafizabad to Rawalpindi, 11:30 am, from the Lari AddaRs 1,700Tickets at the stand
NATCOLuxury ACLeg 2: Rawalpindi to Gilgit, evening, from its own terminalRs 3,760Book now NATCO Luxury, Hafizabad to Gilgit
Mashabrum ToursLuxuryLeg 2: Pirwadhai to Gilgit, about 9 pmRs 4,000Book now Mashabrum Tours Luxury, Hafizabad to Gilgit
K2 MoversLuxuryLeg 2: Pirwadhai to Gilgit, 5 pmRs 4,500Book now K2 Movers Luxury, Hafizabad to Gilgit

Indicative one-way prices for one adult seat on each leg; local fares are paid on board and the live coach fare confirms at checkout. Every Rawalpindi to Gilgit option is on the Rawalpindi to Gilgit page.

Hafizabad to Gilgit route map

Hafizabad to Gilgit route map Map of the Hafizabad to Gilgit bus route through Hafizabad, Gujranwala, Wazirabad, Gujrat, Kharian, Jhelum, Rawalpindi, Besham, Dasu, Chilas, Gilgit. 32°N 34°N 36°N 72°E 74°E 76°E Hafizabad Rawalpindi Gilgit 100 km N
Cities plotted from their coordinates; the line shows the corridor, not every bend of the road. Coaches run east to Gujranwala, then up the GT Road to Rawalpindi, then the Karakoram Highway to Gilgit.

Totals to Gilgit

  1. Shalimar Bus plus NATCORs 4,960
  2. Shalimar Bus plus Mashabrum ToursRs 5,200
  3. Hafizabad Transport plus NATCORs 5,460
  4. Shalimar Bus plus K2 MoversRs 5,700
  5. Hafizabad Transport plus K2 MoversRs 6,200
Coach fares added together for one adult, one way, cheapest first.

Hafizabad to Gilgit bus timings

For Hafizabad to Gilgit, time the first ride so you reach Rawalpindi with an hour in hand.

  1. To Rawalpindi

    3 pm

    Shalimar Bus leaves Hafizabad at 3 pm and reaches Rawalpindi in five and a half hours.

  2. Rawalpindi to Gilgit

    Several a day

    From Rawalpindi: NATCO in the evening, from its own terminal; Mashabrum Tours about 9 pm; K2 Movers at 5 pm. The ride takes about 17 hours.

  3. The change

    Allow an hour

    The Hafizabad coaches set down at Pirwadhai and on the GT Road near Faizabad; the northern coaches and coasters load at Pirwadhai.

  4. Snow and landslides

    Check first

    Mountain roads can close after snow or landslides; check the road before you leave the twin cities.

Hafizabad to Gilgit bus online booking

Hafizabad to Gilgit bus online booking covers the Rawalpindi coach and the Gilgit seat; book both for the same day, with at least an hour between them.

  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 Hafizabad to Gilgit?

The best way from Hafizabad to Gilgit is an early start, so that every change happens in daylight.

  • Shalimar Bus

    Lowest Rawalpindi fare

    About Rs 1,200 to Rawalpindi.

    From Rs 1,200

  • NATCO

    Lowest Gilgit fare

    About Rs 3,760 from Rawalpindi to Gilgit.

    From Rs 3,760

  • Mashabrum Tours

    Also runs

    About Rs 4,000 from Rawalpindi to Gilgit.

    From Rs 4,000

Our pick

Take Shalimar Bus to Rawalpindi, then NATCO to Gilgit, for about Rs 4,960 in all.

Before you book a Hafizabad to Gilgit bus

Before you travel from Hafizabad to Gilgit, three things are worth knowing.

  • Indus gorge

    The Karakoram Highway follows the Indus gorge past Dasu and Chilas on the way to Gilgit.

  • Rawalpindi first

    The first leg has its own page: see Hafizabad to Rawalpindi.

  • Hunza

    See Hafizabad to Hunza.

Hafizabad to Gilgit bus FAQs

What is the Hafizabad to Gilgit bus fare?

From about Rs 4,960 in coach fares: Shalimar Bus to Rawalpindi at Rs 1,200; NATCO to Gilgit at Rs 3,760.

Is there a direct bus from Hafizabad to Gilgit?

No. Change at Rawalpindi.

How long does Hafizabad to Gilgit take?

About 23 and a quarter hours, including the waits between rides.

Which buses run from Rawalpindi to Gilgit?

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

Where does the first ride leave from?

Shalimar Bus boards at its Hafizabad counter (0321 6223998); Hafizabad Transport boards at the Lari Adda, Hafizabad’s general bus stand.

Book Hafizabad to Gilgit bus tickets for your date

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

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