Rawalpindi to Naran Bus Ticket Price, Online Booking, Timing
The Rawalpindi to Naran ticket price starts at about Rs 1,800 and reaches Rs 2,600. Naran sits high in the Kaghan Valley on the Kunhar River, and it is only reachable by public transport in the warmer months, when the road above Balakot is clear.
Short answer: Rawalpindi to Naran costs about Rs 1,800 to Rs 2,600 and takes seven to eight hours in season. Coasters from Pir Wadhai and seasonal Faisal Movers coaches run up the Hazara Motorway to Mansehra, then through Balakot and Kaghan to Naran. Faisal Movers sells Naran as a stop on its northern service, so you do not pay the full Gilgit or Hunza fare.
Rawalpindi to Naran ticket price by operator
Each fare below shows where in Rawalpindi that service loads.
| Bus operator | Class | Boards in Rawalpindi | Journey time | Ticket price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coasters | Seasonal, air conditioned | Pir Wadhai general stand | 8h | Rs 1,800 |
| Faisal Movers | Executive, seasonal | Mandi Morr, IJP Road | 7h 30m | Rs 2,600 |
Fares are indicative published prices and vary with class, season, fuel adjustments and demand. Your live, confirmed fare appears on the seat map before payment.
Pay for the stop, not the route
Out of season, there is simply no service to Naran. The upper valley road is closed by snow for months, and coasters stop at Balakot.
In season, the Faisal Movers stop pricing means you can use a Hunza coach to reach Naran for a fraction of the full fare.
Naran in season and out of it
Timing decides whether this trip is easy or impossible.
June to September
- Service
- Coasters and seasonal coaches run daily.
- Tip
- Weekends are crowded; midweek is calmer.
May and October
- Service
- Shoulder months with limited departures.
- Tip
- Check road opening news before leaving.
November to April
- Service
- No regular service above Balakot.
- Tip
- Snow closes the road; plan Balakot or Shogran instead.
How to choose
Travel June to September for reliable service. In the shoulder months, confirm the road is open the day before.
Which is the best way to travel from Rawalpindi to Naran
Seasonal options only.
Coaster
From Pir Wadhai in season.
From Rs 1,800Faisal Movers
Naran sold as a stop on the northern service.
From Rs 2,600Private car
Stop at Kaghan, Shogran or Lake Saif ul Malook.
From Rs 18,000Our verdict
Take Faisal Movers at Rs 2,600 in season, or a coaster to save Rs 800.
Rawalpindi to Naran bus timings
Services run only in season.
Early morning
5:00 AM to 8:00 AMCoasters; arrive in Naran by mid afternoon.
Evening
8:00 PMFaisal Movers northern departure from Mandi Morr.
Weekends
June to AugustVery busy. Book ahead.
Winter
November to AprilNo service above Balakot.
The valley road sets the pace
Above Balakot the road climbs along the Kunhar River through Kaghan to Naran. Landslides and traffic can slow it in the monsoon.
Rawalpindi and Naran terminals
Services finish in Naran bazaar.
Rawalpindi
- Pir Wadhai general stand
- Coasters, vans and regional coaches.
- Faisal Movers, Mandi Morr
- Northern departures load here on IJP Road before calling at the Islamabad city terminal near 26 Number.
- Tip
- Northern roads change with the season. Check road status before travelling, especially outside June to September.
Naran
- Naran bazaar
- Coasters and coaches set down in town.
- Lake Saif ul Malook
- Jeeps from Naran up to the lake.
- Babusar Top
- Further north on the road to Chilas in summer.
The road from Rawalpindi to Naran
Hazara Motorway to Mansehra, then up the Kunhar River.
- RawalpindiDeparture, km 0.
- Mansehrakm 165.
- BalakotStart of the Kaghan Valley, km 200.
- Kaghankm 255.
- NaranArrival seven to eight hours later, km 280.
Lake Saif ul Malook
The glacial lake above Naran, reached by jeep, is one of the most visited natural sights in Pakistan and the main reason many travellers make this trip.
Rawalpindi to Naran bus vs car
Road travel is the practical option for most travellers.
Bus
Rs 1,800to Rs 2,600
Seasonal coasters and coaches.
Most travellers choose this.
Private car
Rs 18,000and up, one way
Lets you stop at Shogran and Kaghan.
For families.
Cheapest way to travel from Rawalpindi to Naran
A seasonal coaster from Pir Wadhai at around Rs 1,800.
Rawalpindi to Naran bus FAQs
How much is a bus ticket from Rawalpindi to Naran?
About Rs 1,800 on coasters, Rs 2,600 with Faisal Movers.
How long does it take from Rawalpindi to Naran?
Seven to eight hours in season, covering roughly 280 km (hazara Motorway and Kaghan road).
Is there a bus to Naran in winter?
No. The road above Balakot is closed by snow for several months.
Does Faisal Movers stop at Naran?
Yes, its northern service sells Naran as a stop at a lower fare than Hunza.
How do I get to Lake Saif ul Malook?
Take a jeep from Naran bazaar.
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