Shalimar Express Ticket Price, Bus Timings, Online Booking & Contact Number
The Shalimar Express ticket price runs from about Rs 1,000 on short routes to Rs 2,500 on the longer corridors. Based in Jhang, it is unusual among regional operators in offering both AC and non-AC coaches, which gives budget travellers a genuine choice rather than a single take it or leave it fare.
Short answer: Shalimar Express fares start around Rs 1,000 on its shorter corridors and reach about Rs 2,500 on the longer ones toward Rawalpindi and Karachi. It runs both AC and non-AC coaches, so the same journey can be booked at two quite different prices depending on how much comfort you want to pay for.
Shalimar Express ticket price list for popular routes
The Shalimar Express ticket price list spans a wide network from its Jhang base, connecting central Punjab with Rawalpindi, Lahore, Multan and Karachi. Fares vary considerably depending on whether you take an AC or non-AC coach.
| Route | Coach type | First departure | Ticket price from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jhang to Faisalabad | Non-AC | 09:00 AM | Rs 1,000 |
| Jhang to Lahore | AC | 11:00 AM | Rs 1,600 |
| Jhang to Multan | AC | 11:00 AM | Rs 2,000 |
| Jhang to Rawalpindi | AC | 07:00 AM | Rs 2,500 |
| Jhang to Karachi | AC | Evening | Rs 2,500 |
Fares are indicative published prices and vary with coach type, fuel adjustments and peak demand. Your live, confirmed fare appears on the seat map before payment.
The AC and non-AC choice matters here
Most branded Pakistani operators have abandoned non-AC coaches entirely, which pushes the cheapest available fare up on every route they serve. Shalimar Express still runs both, and on a short daytime journey in spring or autumn the non-AC option is a real saving rather than a hardship. In summer on the plains, it is a different proposition, and the AC coach earns its premium.
A Jhang operator with national reach
Shalimar Express is based in Jhang, a central Punjab city rarely served well by the national brands, and runs outward from there to major cities across the country. The company claims connections to more than 150 cities through its network.
Jhang and central Punjab
Its home city and the hub of the network. Jhang sits between Faisalabad and Multan, away from the main motorway corridors, which is precisely why a local operator matters there.
Rawalpindi, Lahore, Multan, Karachi
Long distance services to the major cities, with the Karachi run being the most demanding. These connect central Punjab travellers to the rest of the country without a change.
150 plus cities
The company advertises connections to over 150 cities through its own services and partner arrangements. Treat that as network reach rather than 150 direct routes, and confirm your specific journey when booking.
Where it genuinely helps
Shalimar Express is worth checking if your journey starts or ends in Jhang or the central Punjab towns around it. On the trunk corridors between the big cities, the national operators run far more departures on newer vehicles. On the Jhang connections, this is frequently the branded option available.
Shalimar Express coach types: AC and non-AC
Shalimar Express runs luxury Yutong coaches alongside non-AC buses on different routes. Which you get depends on the corridor and the fare you book, so check the coach type before paying rather than assuming.
Non-AC
2 + 2The budget tier, increasingly rare among branded operators.
- Lowest fares on the network
- Fine on short daytime journeys
- Hard work in summer on the plains
- Availability varies by route
AC Luxury
2 + 2Yutong coaches on the main corridors.
- Air conditioning throughout
- Reclining seats with more legroom
- Refreshments on longer journeys
- Used on the long distance routes
Sleeper
Not offeredNo berths on the network.
- Long routes are seated throughout
- AC Luxury is the top tier
- Consider sleeper specialists for Karachi
- Worth knowing on overnight runs
Shalimar Express bus timings and departure frequency
Shalimar Express runs a long service day, with first departures from 07:00 AM on the Rawalpindi corridor and last services as late as 11:00 PM on some routes. Frequency varies considerably by destination.
Early morning
From 07:00 AMRawalpindi services start earliest, arriving in the twin cities by early afternoon.
Late morning
From 11:00 AMLahore and Multan departures, running through the afternoon on the shorter central Punjab corridors.
Evening
Until 11:00 PMLater departures on several routes, including the long haul services timed for overnight travel.
Check before travelling
Route dependentSome routes have a last departure as early as 8:00 PM. Ring 0477-612088 if the timetable is unclear.
Shalimar Express contact number and helpline
The Shalimar Express helpline for bookings is 0477-612088, using the Jhang area code. The company also handles cargo enquiries on the same line.
Helpline and booking
Shalimar Express is based in Jhang, central Punjab, and operates both passenger services and an intercity cargo network from the same terminals.
- Helpline
- 0477-612088
- Base city
- Jhang, Punjab
- Online booking
- Bookme.pk and the BOOKKARU app
- Main cities
- Jhang, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Multan, Karachi
Numbers change occasionally, so verify at the terminal before relying on them, and treat unfamiliar numbers advertised on social media with caution.
Shalimar Express cargo and parcel service
Cargo is a substantial part of what Shalimar Express does, running a secure intercity parcel network alongside the passenger buses and using the same route map and terminals.
Intercity parcels
Secure, timed parcel movement between the cities the passenger network serves, which is particularly useful along the central Punjab corridors where courier coverage is thinner.
Traders and businesses
Widely used for commercial consignments in and out of Jhang and the surrounding towns, where the alternatives are limited.
At the terminal
Cargo is handled at terminal counters rather than through the online passenger system. Take the consignment to the nearest terminal and ask for the cargo desk.
How to book Shalimar Express tickets online
Search route and date
Enter Jhang or your city, the destination and travel date to see Shalimar Express alongside other operators.
Check AC or non-AC
The same route may run in both, at noticeably different fares. Decide by season as much as budget.
Confirm the departure time
Last departures vary from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM by route. Check before planning an evening journey.
Pay and get your e-ticket
Book through Bookme.pk or the BOOKKARU app. Your e-ticket arrives on WhatsApp and email.
- Check the coach type before paying. Non-AC saves money but is uncomfortable on the plains in summer.
- There is no sleeper, so the Karachi service is seated throughout.
- Confirm your specific route exists rather than relying on the 150 city network claim.
- Cargo is booked at the terminal, not through the passenger system.
Payment methods
- JazzCash
- Easypaisa
- Visa & Mastercard
- Bank transfer
- Cash at counter
Shalimar Express ticket price FAQs
What is the Shalimar Express ticket price?
Shalimar Express fares start around Rs 1,000 on shorter routes and reach about Rs 2,500 on the longer corridors toward Rawalpindi and Karachi. Jhang to Lahore is around Rs 1,600 and Jhang to Multan Rs 2,000. Non-AC coaches cost noticeably less than the AC services.
What is the Shalimar Express contact number?
The helpline for bookings is 0477-612088, using the Jhang area code. The same number handles cargo enquiries. Online booking is available through Bookme.pk and the BOOKKARU app.
Does Shalimar Express have non-AC buses?
Yes, which is increasingly unusual among branded Pakistani operators. Running both AC and non-AC coaches means the cheapest fare on its routes is lower than most competitors offer. On a short daytime journey in spring or autumn the non-AC option is a genuine saving; in summer on the plains it is hard work.
Which cities does Shalimar Express serve?
Its network runs from Jhang in central Punjab out to Rawalpindi, Lahore, Multan and Karachi, with the company advertising connections to more than 150 cities through its own services and partners. Confirm your specific route when booking rather than assuming it runs.
Does Shalimar Express have a sleeper bus?
No. AC Luxury on Yutong coaches is the top tier, and all routes including the long haul to Karachi are seated throughout. If you want a berth on a long overnight run, look at the sleeper specialists instead.
Can I send cargo with Shalimar Express?
Yes. The company runs a secure intercity parcel and cargo network alongside its passenger services, using the same routes and terminals. It is booked at terminal counters rather than online, and is widely used along the central Punjab corridors.
What time do Shalimar Express buses run?
First departures start at 07:00 AM on the Rawalpindi corridor, with Lahore and Multan services from 11:00 AM. Last departures vary by route between 8:00 PM and 11:00 PM, so check the timetable before planning an evening journey.
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