Rent a Car Lahore to Islamabad
Private Car with Driver for One-Way Drops & Same-Day Round Trips
Book Your Lahore to Islamabad Car Today
Renting a car from Lahore to Islamabad with Sher Brothers costs from PKR 15,500 for a one-way drop with a professional driver. The fare covers the car, the driver, fuel, motorway and Ring Road tolls, and parking, with nothing added afterwards. The journey is around 375 to 380 km and takes about 4 to 5 hours on the M-2 Motorway.
Whether you are travelling for work, visiting family, catching a flight, attending a wedding, or booking a car for your parents or overseas guests, we make city-to-city travel simple and comfortable in a clean, air-conditioned car.
Why Book Your Lahore to Islamabad Car With Sher Brothers
- One-Way Drops & Same-Day Round Trips
- Pickup from Your Home, Office, Hotel or Airport
- Fuel, Motorway Tolls & Driver Charges Included
- Clean Cars, SUVs & Luxury Vehicles
- Professional Drivers for Family, Business & Airport Travel
- Same-Day & Advance Booking Available
Lahore to Islamabad Car Rental Prices: One-Way Drop & Round Trip
Looking for the cost of a private car from Lahore to Islamabad? Below are our prices for one-way drops and same-day round trips. Choose the vehicle that best suits your travel plans.
| Vehicle | One-Way Price | Same-Day Round Trip |
|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Wagon R | PKR 15,500 | PKR 28,000 |
| Toyota Corolla GLi | PKR 18,000 | PKR 32,000 |
| Corolla Altis | PKR 20,000 | PKR 35,000 |
| Toyota Yaris | PKR 18,000 | PKR 32,000 |
| Honda Civic | PKR 25,000 | PKR 40,000 |
| Honda BR-V | PKR 24,000 | PKR 38,000 |
| Toyota Fortuner | PKR 50,000 | PKR 68,000 |
| Toyota Prado | PKR 65,000 | PKR 70,000 |
| Land Cruiser V8 | PKR 80,000 | PKR 90,000 |
| Hiace Grand Cabin | PKR 50,000 | PKR 65,000 |
| Toyota Coaster | PKR 75,000 | PKR 95,000 |
Looking for a vehicle that’s not listed above? Contact us for a custom quotation. We can also arrange luxury cars, executive vehicles, and transport for larger groups based on your travel requirements.
Reserve Your Lahore to Islamabad Car
Since 2005, Sher Brothers has helped thousands of families, business travellers, overseas Pakistanis, and foreign visitors travel safely between Lahore and Islamabad.
Lahore to Islamabad by Motorway or GT Road
Most Lahore to Islamabad bookings run on the M-2 Motorway, and the fares above are for that route. If you would rather travel the old Grand Trunk Road (N-5), we price it separately, and it costs less.
The saving comes from the toll. A car pays PKR 1,430 to run the full M-2, and larger vehicles pay considerably more: PKR 2,390 for a wagon-class vehicle and PKR 3,350 for a coaster. GT Road has its own toll plazas at Kala Shah Kaku, Gujranwala, Gujrat, Jhelum, Sohawa and Mandra, but together they come to far less. That difference is passed on, which is why the discount grows with the size of the vehicle.
| Vehicle | GT Road One-Way | GT Road Same-Day Round Trip |
|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Wagon R | PKR 14,500 | PKR 26,000 |
| Toyota Corolla GLi | PKR 17,000 | PKR 30,000 |
| Corolla Altis | PKR 19,000 | PKR 33,000 |
| Toyota Yaris | PKR 17,000 | PKR 30,000 |
| Honda Civic | PKR 23,000 | PKR 38,000 |
| Honda BR-V | PKR 23,000 | PKR 36,000 |
| Toyota Fortuner | PKR 48,000 | PKR 65,000 |
| Toyota Prado | PKR 62,000 | PKR 67,000 |
| Land Cruiser V8 | PKR 75,000 | PKR 85,000 |
| Hiace Grand Cabin | PKR 45,000 | PKR 60,000 |
| Toyota Coaster | PKR 70,000 | PKR 90,000 |
Both routes are quoted the same way. The fare includes the driver, fuel, every toll on the route you choose, and parking. Nothing is added afterwards on either one.
Why Most People Choose the M-2
The motorway is a controlled-access road with no traffic signals and no towns, patrolled by motorway police, with service areas at Sial, Bhera, Kallar Kahar and Chakri. It covers about 380 km in roughly 4 to 5 hours.
If you are catching a flight, holding to a schedule, or travelling with children or elderly passengers, this is the route we recommend.
When GT Road Is the Better Choice
- You want the lower fare and you are not in a hurry.
- You want to stop in Gujranwala, Gujrat, Jhelum or Gujjar Khan on the way.
- The motorway is closed or restricted, which happens in heavy winter fog.
- You would rather see the country than a barrier on both sides. GT Road crosses the Ravi, the Chenab and the Jhelum.
The trade is time. GT Road is shorter at about 357 km but usually takes 6 hours or more, because it runs through towns and traffic signals the whole way.
Tell us which route you want when you book, so we can quote correctly and plan the driver’s day around it.
What’s Included in Your Lahore to Islamabad Fare
One of the most common questions we receive is whether the quoted fare includes everything. For our standard one-way drops and same-day round trips between Lahore and Islamabad, the price shown above is the price you pay. There are no hidden charges for the services listed below.
Every Standard Booking Includes
- Private vehicle with driver
- Fuel charges
- Motorway toll taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Reasonable waiting time at the pickup location
- Short stops for tea, prayers, refreshments, or washroom breaks during the journey
When Can the Price Change?
The quoted fare only changes if your travel requirements change after your booking is confirmed. This may include:
- Changing to a different vehicle.
- Adding extra destinations or long detours.
- Extending the journey beyond the original booking.
If any change affects the fare, we’ll discuss it with you before the journey starts. We do not add unexpected charges after the trip.
A One-Way Drop Is a Fixed Fare, Not a Daily Rental
A Lahore to Islamabad one way drop is priced as a complete journey, not as a rental day, and the two work differently.
On a one-way drop or a same-day round trip, the fare you are quoted is the fare you pay. There is no separate fuel bill, no toll to settle at the plaza, no driver allowance for food or an overnight stay, no 12-hour duty limit, and no per-hour overtime on the journey.
The motorway toll is the clearest example. A car pays PKR 1,430 to travel the full M-2 Motorway between Lahore and Islamabad, the National Highway Authority rate effective 5 July 2026. On our intercity fares that PKR 1,430 sits inside the price you were quoted, so you never pay it at the plaza. The Lahore Ring Road toll and parking are covered the same way.
The driver’s return is ours as well. On a one-way drop the driver drives back to Lahore afterwards, and you are not charged for that journey, its fuel, or its toll. The driver’s meals are our cost too, not something added to your fare.
If you want to keep the car in Islamabad for local travel after the drop, that becomes a separate daily booking with its own rate, quoted before you travel rather than added afterwards. Our Car Rental Charges & Booking Information page covers that kind of booking, where fuel, tolls, driver meals and overtime are billed separately. Those charges do not apply to a fixed intercity fare.
What the Lahore to Islamabad Trip Actually Costs
Most quotes on this route are just a number. Here is what sits behind ours, so you can judge it for yourself.
| Cost item | Amount | Where the figure comes from |
|---|---|---|
| M-2 Motorway toll, car, full route | PKR 1,430 | National Highway Authority rate, effective 5 July 2026 |
| Fuel for one crossing, 1300cc sedan | About PKR 10,700 | Roughly 32 litres for 379 km, at the August 2026 petrol price |
| Running cost before car or driver | About PKR 12,100 | What the drive alone costs, in a car you already own |
| Our one-way fare, Toyota Corolla GLi | PKR 18,000 | Includes both of the above, plus the car, the driver, parking, and the driver’s return to Lahore |
Split between passengers, a PKR 18,000 Toyota Corolla GLi fare works out as follows.
| Passengers sharing | Cost per person |
|---|---|
| 1 | PKR 18,000 |
| 2 | PKR 9,000 |
| 3 | PKR 6,000 |
| 4 | PKR 4,500 |
Fuel and toll rates change several times a year. The figures above were correct in August 2026 and we update them when they change. Fuel use varies with the vehicle, the driving and how much you are carrying, so treat it as a close estimate rather than an exact bill. Your own fare does not move: once we quote you and the booking is confirmed, that is the fare.
Lahore to Islamabad by Car, Bus, Train or Flight
We would rather you chose the right option than the one we happen to sell. Here is how a private car compares with the alternatives on this route, as of August 2026.
| Option | Typical cost | Journey time | Where it starts and ends |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private car with driver (Sher Brothers) |
From PKR 15,500 for the whole car | 4 to 5 hours | Your address in Lahore to your address in Islamabad or Rawalpindi |
| Bus (Faisal Movers, Daewoo Express, Skyways, Road Master) |
About PKR 1,580 to 2,670 per seat | About 4 hours 30 minutes, terminal to terminal | Fixed terminals at both ends, plus onward transport |
| Premium bus (Q Connect) |
About PKR 5,950 per seat | Similar to other buses | Fixed terminals at both ends |
| Train | The cheapest option on the route | Longer than the motorway | Lahore to Rawalpindi, not Islamabad, plus onward transport |
| Flight | From roughly PKR 11,000 per seat, varies by date | Under an hour in the air | Airport to airport, plus check-in, security and transfers at both ends |
| Intercity ride-hailing (inDrive) |
From about PKR 5,000, fare is negotiated | Similar to a private car | Door to door, but the driver and vehicle vary by trip |
When the Bus Is the Better Choice
If you are travelling alone or as a couple, carrying light luggage, and your timing is flexible, a bus is far cheaper and the premium services are genuinely comfortable. We would not pretend otherwise.
The trade is that you travel on the operator’s schedule, from a terminal rather than your door, and you will usually need a taxi or ride-hail at each end.
When a Private Car Makes More Sense
- Three or four of you are travelling together. A Toyota Corolla GLi at PKR 18,000 splits four ways at PKR 4,500 each, and a Suzuki Wagon R at PKR 15,500 comes to under PKR 3,900 each, door to door, with no terminal transfers at either end.
- You are carrying real luggage, or travelling with children, elderly parents, or someone who would struggle at a terminal.
- You need to leave at a specific time rather than when the next bus goes.
- You want to stop at Bhera or Kallar Kahar on the way, or break the journey for food and prayers.
- You are meeting a flight and the pickup time has to move if the flight is delayed.
Bus fares were checked on Bookme in August 2026 and change from time to time. Flight fares vary widely by date and airline.
Lahore to Islamabad at a Glance: Distance, Time and Route
Here’s everything you need to know before booking your Lahore to Islamabad car.
| Journey Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Distance | Around 375–380 km |
| Travel Time | About 4 to 5 hours via the M-2 Motorway. Allow longer in winter fog or if you plan stops |
| Starting Fare | From PKR 15,500 (One-Way) |
| Service Type | Private car with driver |
| Pickup Locations | Anywhere in Lahore, including DHA, Gulberg, Model Town, Johar Town, Bahria Town, Cantt, Nawab Town, Wapda Town and Allama Iqbal International Airport |
| Drop-Off Locations | Anywhere in Islamabad or Rawalpindi, including Blue Area, F-6, F-7, F-8, F-10, F-11, G-9, G-10, G-11, I-8, the Diplomatic Enclave, DHA Phase 2, Bahria Town, Saddar, Faizabad, Chaklala and Islamabad International Airport |
| Available Vehicles | Suzuki Wagon R, Toyota Corolla, Toyota Yaris, Honda Civic, Honda BR-V, Toyota Prado, Toyota Fortuner, Land Cruiser, Toyota Coaster and more |
| Route Options | M-2 Motorway (recommended, about 4 to 5 hours) or GT Road (N-5, about 6 hours, priced separately and lower) |
| Stops on the Way | Bhera and Kallar Kahar service areas, with the Salt Range and Balkassar in between. Tell us in advance if you want to stop |
| Booking Options | One-Way Drop & Same-Day Round Trip |
Not sure which vehicle is right for your trip? Tell us how many passengers are travelling and how much luggage you’ll be carrying. We’ll recommend the most suitable car so everyone can travel comfortably without paying for a larger vehicle than you need.
Want to know which route is better? Our Lahore to Islamabad Route & Distance Guide explains the difference between the M-2 Motorway and GT Road, including travel time, toll plazas, rest areas, and popular stopovers to help you plan your journey.
How We Plan Your Lahore to Islamabad Journey
Every customer has different travel needs.Therefore, before confirming your booking, we ask for a few details so we can recommend the right vehicle and assign a suitable driver for your journey.
Before We Confirm Your Booking
To make your journey smooth, we may ask for:
- Number of passengers
- Number of bags or luggage
- Pickup date and time
- Flight details (for airport transfers)
- Any planned stops during the journey
- Special requests such as a non-smoking or English-speaking driver
Small Details That Make a Big Difference
Need to stop for tea, prayers, refreshments, or a washroom break? Just let your driver know during the journey.
If you’re booking for your parents, family members, friends, or overseas guests, we can also share the driver’s name, contact number, and vehicle details before pickup for advance bookings, so they know exactly who will be meeting them.
Rent a Car Lahore to Islamabad With Driver
Many customers ask about the driver before they book, especially when their family, parents, children, or foreign guests are travelling. We understand that the right driver can make the journey more comfortable and worry-free.
Our drivers regularly travel between Lahore and Islamabad and know both the M-2 Motorway and GT Road well.
What You Can Expect
- Respectful and helpful driver
- Non-smoking driver on request
- English-speaking driver on request for foreign travellers
- Stops at rest areas for tea, food, prayers, or washroom breaks whenever needed
- Driver’s name, mobile number, and vehicle details shared before pickup for advance bookings
Have a Special Request?
Every journey is different. If you have any special request related to the driver, let us know at the time of booking. We’ll check the availability and let you know in advance if we can arrange it.
Other Routes and Services from Lahore
If you need a car for another journey, local travel, or the return trip, you can also explore our other services below.
Lahore to Islamabad Car Rental: Frequently Asked Questions
1. How early should I book my Lahore to Islamabad car service?
We recommend booking as early as possible, especially during weekends, public holidays, and wedding season. However, if you need a car urgently, we can often arrange one even with one hour’s notice. For the best choice of vehicles and pickup times, earlier booking is always recommended.
2. Which sedan will I get for my Lahore to Islamabad trip?
Our standard sedan booking is usually a Toyota Corolla GLi or Toyota Yaris, depending on your preference and availability.
The Toyota Corolla GLi is generally around the 2020 model because Toyota no longer manufactures the GLi variant. If you prefer a newer model, we recommend the Toyota Yaris, which is usually available in 2022–2025 models.
If you specifically want a Toyota Corolla Altis (2020 or newer), we can arrange it on request. The fare is PKR 2,000 higher than our standard Corolla GLi package.
3. Which vehicle is best for my group?
The right vehicle depends on the number of passengers and the amount of luggage. Here are our general recommendations:
| Passengers | Recommended Vehicle | Luggage |
|---|---|---|
| 1–4 (budget) | Suzuki Wagon R | 1 to 2 small bags |
| 1–4 | Toyota Corolla GLi or Toyota Yaris | Up to 2 large bags |
| 4–6 | Honda BR-V | Around 5 or more bags |
| 8–13 | Toyota Hiace | Up to 13 bags |
| 14–28 | Toyota Coaster | Suitable for group luggage |
If you’re carrying extra luggage or oversized bags, let us know while booking. We’ll recommend the most suitable vehicle for a comfortable journey. For larger parties, our 7 seater and group vehicle rental page covers the Hiace, Coaster and other big vehicles in more detail.
4. Can I book a car for my parents, family members, or someone else?
Yes. Many customers book on behalf of their parents, relatives, friends, or business guests. Simply share the passenger’s pickup details and contact number, and we’ll coordinate the journey with them.
5. Can I stop on the way during the journey?
Yes. If you need a short stop for tea, food, prayers, or a washroom break, simply let the driver know. If you plan to make additional stops or visit another city during the journey, please tell us before booking so we can plan your trip accordingly.
6. Can you pick me up from Allama Iqbal International Airport in Lahore?
Yes. We provide pickups from Allama Iqbal International Airport Lahore for customers travelling directly to Islamabad or Rawalpindi. Simply share your flight details while booking so we can arrange your pickup according to your arrival time. For pickups and drops within Lahore itself, see our Lahore airport transfers page.
7. What happens if my flight is delayed?
If your flight to Lahore is delayed, let us know as soon as possible. We’ll coordinate with the driver and adjust the pickup time accordingly.
8. What payment methods do you accept?
You can pay cash to the driver or make a bank transfer, whichever is more convenient for you. If you prefer to pay before your journey, simply let us know while booking and we’ll share our bank account details.
9. Can I travel to Rawalpindi instead of Islamabad?
Yes. We provide drop-offs anywhere in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Just share your exact destination while booking.
10. What if I need to cancel or change my booking?
If your travel plans change, let us know as early as possible. We’ll do our best to reschedule or update your booking.
11. Can I travel late at night or early in the morning?
Yes. Our Lahore to Islamabad car service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Whether you need an early morning departure or a late-night pickup, you can contact us anytime to book your journey.
12. How much does it cost to rent a private car from Lahore to Islamabad?
A private car with a driver costs from PKR 15,500 for a one-way drop in a Suzuki Wagon R, or PKR 18,000 in a Toyota Corolla GLi or Toyota Yaris. Larger and luxury vehicles cost more, and the full list is in the price table above. The fare covers the car, the driver, fuel, motorway and Ring Road tolls, and parking, so the number you are quoted is the number you pay.
13. How many hours does Lahore to Islamabad take by car?
About 4 to 5 hours on the M-2 Motorway, covering roughly 375 to 380 km. Add time if you plan to stop for food or prayers, and allow longer during winter fog, when motorway speeds drop and sections can close temporarily. The GT Road route is shorter at about 357 km but usually takes 6 hours or more, because it runs through towns and traffic signals.
14. Is there a kilometre limit on the journey?
No. We do not put a kilometre cap on an intercity drop. The fare covers the agreed journey between Lahore and Islamabad or Rawalpindi, however the traffic runs on the day. If you want to add another city or a long detour, tell us before booking so we can quote it properly rather than adding a charge afterwards.
15. Which is your cheapest car for Lahore to Islamabad?
The Suzuki Wagon R is our lowest one-way fare at PKR 15,500. It seats four and is the most economical way to make the trip privately, though boot space is limited to one or two small bags. For more room, the Toyota Corolla GLi and Toyota Yaris are PKR 18,000 and take four passengers with two large bags. If you are travelling with more people or more luggage, the Honda BR-V at PKR 24,000 is usually the better value than squeezing into a sedan.
16. Is it cheaper to take a bus from Lahore to Islamabad?
For one or two people, yes. A bus seat runs roughly PKR 1,580 to 2,670 on the main operators, and the premium services are comfortable. For three or four people travelling together it is closer than it looks: a Toyota Corolla GLi at PKR 18,000 splits four ways at PKR 4,500 each, and a Suzuki Wagon R at PKR 15,500 comes to under PKR 3,900 each, door to door, with no terminal transfer at either end. The comparison table above sets out both honestly.
17. Can I keep the car in Islamabad after the drop?
Yes, but it is booked separately. A drop fare covers the journey itself. If you want the car and driver for local travel in Islamabad afterwards, that is a daily rental with its own rate and its own terms, which we will quote before you travel. See our Car Rental Charges & Booking Information page for how daily hire works.
18. Do you also run Islamabad to Lahore?
Yes. We run the same service in the other direction, including one-way drops and same-day round trips. See our Rent a Car Islamabad to Lahore page for fares and details on that route.
19. Is GT Road cheaper than the motorway?
Yes. Every GT Road fare is lower than the same vehicle on the M-2, because the motorway toll does not apply. A Suzuki Wagon R is PKR 14,500 on GT Road against PKR 15,500 on the motorway, and a Toyota Corolla GLi is PKR 17,000 against PKR 18,000. The saving is bigger on larger vehicles, where the motorway toll itself is higher: a Toyota Coaster is PKR 70,000 on GT Road against PKR 75,000 on the M-2. The trade is time, since GT Road usually takes 6 hours or more against 4 to 5 on the motorway.
Content Accuracy & Service Standards
This page is reviewed regularly so that fares, vehicle availability, route information and booking policies match what Sher Brothers actually provides on the Lahore to Islamabad route. When fares, fleet or rental terms change, this page is updated.
Content Reviewed By — Muhammad Furqan
Lead Content Strategist. Muhammad Furqan works with the Sher Brothers operations team to review vehicle information, fares, service coverage, booking procedures and customer guidance published on this website. His role is to make sure what customers read online matches what is available when they book.
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CEO and Founder, Sher Brothers Rent a Car, with over 20 years in the industry. Noman Nazar oversees fleet operations, driver standards and daily business operations, and reviews the operational information published here to confirm it reflects current services and policies.
What we review on this page: one-way and round-trip fares, vehicle availability, what the fare includes, route and journey information, pickup and drop-off coverage, and booking terms.
Fares and route information last checked: August 2026 · Verification status: Reviewed by Sher Brothers management