Jhang to Chitral Bus Ticket Price, Online Booking, Service Timing

Jhang to Chitral, beyond the Lowari tunnel under Tirich Mir, is about 785 km and two long days: a twin cities coach, then Hindukush Express from Pirwadhai. Allow about 18 and a half hours of riding.

Two coaches from Rs 5,050 via Rawalpindi, per seat

Two coaches
Rs 5,050via Rawalpindi
Journey time
with the change
Distance
About 785 kmvia Rawalpindi
Change at
Rawalpindithe twin cities
Second leg
Rs 3,350Rawalpindi to Chitral

Quick Fare Check: Jhang to Chitral costs from about Rs 5,050 for two coaches: Shalimar Express to Rawalpindi at Rs 1,700 and Hindukush Express on to Chitral at Rs 3,350; allow about 18 and a half hours.

Jhang to Chitral bus fare by operator

No coach runs straight from Jhang to Chitral, so the fare is the Rawalpindi leg plus the Chitral leg.

Jhang to Chitral bus ticket prices by operator and class, cheapest first
Bus operatorClassRouteJourney timeTicket priceBooking
Shalimar ExpressStandardLeg 1: to Rawalpindi, 6 amRs 1,700Book now Shalimar Express Standard, Jhang to Chitral
Daewoo ExpressLuxury ACLeg 1: to Rawalpindi, 10 am, noon, 2:30, 5 or 11 pmRs 2,360Book now Daewoo Express Luxury, Jhang to Chitral
Hindukush ExpressStandardLeg 2: Pirwadhai to Chitral, from 7 amRs 3,350Book now Hindukush Express Standard, Jhang to Chitral
NATCOCoachLeg 2: Rawalpindi to Chitral, on requestAt bookingBook now NATCO Coach, Jhang to Chitral

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

Jhang to Chitral route map

Jhang to Chitral route map Map of the Jhang to Chitral bus route through Jhang, Faisalabad, Kallar Kahar, Rawalpindi, Mardan, Timergara, Dir, Chitral. 32°N 34°N 70°E 72°E 74°E Jhang Rawalpindi Timergara Dir Chitral 100 km N
Cities plotted from their coordinates; the line shows the corridor, not every bend of the road. Coaches run north-east by Faisalabad and the M-4 and M-2 to the twin cities, then on to Chitral.

Coach totals to Chitral

  1. Shalimar Express plus Hindukush ExpressRs 5,050
  2. Daewoo Express plus Hindukush ExpressRs 5,710
Both coach tickets added together for one adult, one way.

Jhang to Chitral bus timings

For Jhang to Chitral, time the first coach so you reach Rawalpindi with an hour in hand before the Chitral coach.

  1. To the twin cities

    6 am to 11 pm

    Shalimar Express leaves at 6 am and Daewoo Express at 10 am, noon, 2:30, 5 and 11 pm; about five hours by the motorways.

  2. Rawalpindi to Chitral

    From 7 am

    Hindukush Express leaves Pirwadhai from 7 am, with services until 6 pm; 12 to 14 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 Jhang 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.

Jhang to Chitral bus online booking

Jhang to Chitral bus online booking works leg by leg: reserve the Rawalpindi coach first, then the Chitral 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 Jhang to Chitral?

The best way from Jhang to Chitral is an early coach to Rawalpindi and the Chitral coach the same day.

  • Hindukush Express

    Lowest Chitral fare

    About Rs 3,350 from Rawalpindi.

    From Rs 3,350

  • Shalimar Express

    Cheapest first leg

    About Rs 1,700 to Rawalpindi, at 6 am.

    From Rs 1,700

  • Daewoo Express

    Most departures

    About Rs 2,360 to Rawalpindi, at 10 am, noon, 2:30, 5 or 11 pm.

    From Rs 2,360

Our pick

Take Shalimar Express to Rawalpindi and Hindukush Express on to Chitral, for about Rs 5,050 in all.

Before you book a Jhang to Chitral bus

Three things help on the Jhang to Chitral trip.

  • Kalash valleys

    The Kalash valleys are a jeep ride south of Chitral town.

  • Lowari tunnel

    The tunnel keeps the road open through most of the winter.

  • Dir

    See Jhang to Dir.

Jhang to Chitral bus FAQs

What is the Jhang to Chitral bus fare?

From about Rs 5,050 for two coaches: Shalimar Express to Rawalpindi and Hindukush Express on to Chitral.

Is there a direct bus from Jhang to Chitral?

No. Change at Rawalpindi for the Chitral coach.

How long does Jhang to Chitral take?

About 18 and a half hours, including about four and a half hours to Rawalpindi and the wait between coaches.

Which buses run from Rawalpindi to Chitral?

Hindukush Express and NATCO run the Rawalpindi to Chitral leg.

How much is the Pirwadhai to Chitral coach?

About Rs 3,350 with Hindukush Express.

Book Jhang to Chitral bus tickets for your date

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

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