Islamabad Metro Bus Routes and Station Details
The Metro Bus system connects Islamabad with Rawalpindi through multiple corridors. Dedicated lanes, enclosed stations, and frequent service make it a reliable option for daily travel.
Overview of Islamabad Metro Bus Network
The network operates as a Bus Rapid Transit system. It includes three main corridors.
• Red Line
• Orange Line
• Green Line
Each line serves a different part of the twin cities.
Red Line Route, Rawalpindi to Islamabad
This is the main and busiest corridor.
Route flow:
Saddar → Murree Road → Faizabad → Islamabad sectors → Pak Secretariat
Complete Stations List
- Saddar
- Liaquat Bagh
- Committee Chowk
- Waris Khan
- Chandni Chowk
- Rehmanabad
- IJP Road
- Faizabad
- Zero Point
- PIMS
- Kulsoom Plaza
- Blue Area
- Stock Exchange
- Pak Secretariat
This route connects commercial hubs and government offices.
Read: Green Electric Bus Rawalpindi: Routes, Timing, Stations list & Ticket
Orange Line Route, Peshawar Morr to New Islamabad Airport
This route links the city with the airport.
Route flow:
Peshawar Morr → NUST University → Motorway Chok → Airport
This line provides direct access to Islamabad International Airport.
Green Line Route, PIMS to Bara Kahu
This corridor serves areas near Margalla Hills.
Route flow:
PIMS → Blue Area → Bari Imam → Bara Kahu
Read: Speedo Bus Lahore: Route List, Timings, Stations
Stations List
- PIMS
- Centaurus
- Blue Area
- D-Chowk
- Bari Imam
- Bara Kahu
This route supports residents of northern Islamabad.
Key Interchange Points
Faizabad
Main interchange between Rawalpindi and Islamabad routes.
Zero Point
Central node for multiple city roads.
PIMS
Access to hospitals and business districts.z
Read: Green Electric Bus Routes Lahore: Stations list, Routes, Timings
Route Map Structure Explained
The system follows a hub based layout.
• Red Line acts as the main spine
• Orange Line connects the airport
• Green Line connects northern areas
If you understand this structure, route planning becomes simple.
Timings and Frequency
• Service starts at 6 AM
• Runs till 10 PM
• Buses arrive every 3 to 6 minutes on the Red Line
Peak hours have higher frequency.
Fare System
• Average fare ranges from PKR 30 to PKR 90
• Smart cards available
• Distance based pricing
Read: Orange Line Train Lahore: Stations list, Timings, Routes
Facilities at Stations
• Enclosed stations
• Security checks
• Escalators at major stops
• Ticket counters and machines
Benefits of Islamabad Metro Bus
• Fast travel between twin cities
• Reduced road congestion
• Affordable public transport
• Better connectivity to airport and sectors
Tips for Daily Commuters• Use Faizabad for route switching
• Travel early to avoid rush
• Keep travel card ready
• Check station direction before boarding
Read: Lahore Metro Bus Routes and Stations
