Lahore to Islamabad by bus
Islamabad lies 270 km (168 mi) north-west of Lahore, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 5 h 6 min including stops, over roughly 329 km (205 mi) of road.
| Lahore | Islamabad | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Pakistan | Pakistan |
| Population | 13 million | 601,600 |
| Elevation | 216 m (709 ft) | 579 m (1,900 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) |
Where to book buses from Lahore to Islamabad
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Staying in Islamabad
Our booking partner lists 1,267+ places to stay in Islamabad (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 490 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (252), and 28 are five-star. Across 108 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.8 out of 10. Guests have left 26,961 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Islamabad from Lahore?
270 km (168 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Lahore; by road roughly 329 km (205 mi).
How long does it take to get from Lahore to Islamabad by bus?
About 5 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Lahore and Islamabad?
No, both are on Asia/Karachi at the moment.
Where can I stay in Islamabad?
Our booking partner lists 1,267+ places to stay in Islamabad, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.