690 km · about 14 hours · Skardu Road / N-35 (Karakoram Highway)
Skardu to Islamabad Car Rental with Driver
Skardu to Islamabad is 690 km by road and takes about 14 hours via the Skardu Road / N-35 (Karakoram Highway). A car with a driver starts at Rs 16,000 one way, with fuel, motorway tolls and the driver included. We run this route every day, at any hour.
The Skardu to Islamabad journey
- Distance
- 690 km by road
- Typical drive
- About 14 hours
- Route
- Skardu Road / N-35 (Karakoram Highway)
- Passes through
- Chilas
Skardu to Islamabad fares by vehicle
One-way fares for the full 690 km. A same-day return costs less than two one-way fares, because the car is returning regardless — tell us at booking and the price reflects it.
| Vehicle | Seats | From |
|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Alto | 4 | Rs 16,000 |
| Toyota Yaris | 5 | Rs 20,000 |
| Corolla Altis Grande | 5 | Rs 23,000 |
| Suzuki APV | 8 | Rs 24,500 |
| Honda Civic | 5 | Rs 26,000 |
| Honda BR-V | 7 | Rs 26,000 |
| Hiace High Roof | 13 | Rs 32,500 |
| KIA Sportage | 5 | Rs 35,000 |
| Toyota Fortuner | 7 | Rs 45,000 |
| Toyota Coaster | 22 | Rs 50,500 |
| Toyota Prado | 7 | Rs 58,500 |
| Land Cruiser V8 | 7 | Rs 74,500 |
Indicative one-way fares including fuel, motorway tolls and the driver. The final fare is confirmed on the call.
What the fare covers
- Fuel for the full 690 km, and the car's return leg.
- All motorway and highway tolls on the route.
- The driver's time, including meals and accommodation if the journey runs overnight. No tip is expected.
- Pickup from any address in Skardu and drop at any address in Islamabad.
Both ends of this route
Skardu to Islamabad — common questions
- How long does it take to drive from Skardu to Islamabad?
- About 14 hours for 690 km via the Skardu Road / N-35 (Karakoram Highway), including the stops a driver actually makes. Traffic at either end can add to that.
- How much is a car from Skardu to Islamabad?
- From Rs 16,000 in a Suzuki Alto and about Rs 23,000 in a Corolla Altis Grande, one way with a driver. Fuel and motorway tolls are included in both.
- Is fuel and toll included in the Skardu to Islamabad fare?
- Yes. The quoted fare covers fuel, all motorway tolls and the driver. There is nothing to pay at a toll plaza and no empty-return charge added at the end.
- Is a return trip cheaper than two one-way fares?
- Yes, noticeably, when it is the same day — the car was returning anyway, so the empty leg becomes a paid one. Tell us at booking and the price reflects it.
- Can the Skardu to Islamabad journey be done in one day?
- It can, but at 14 hours it is a long day. We usually suggest an overnight stop, or two drivers who swap if the journey has to be continuous.
- Can we stop on the way from Skardu to Islamabad?
- Yes. This route passes Chilas, and a stop at any of them is usually possible at no extra cost. Tell us at booking so the driver can plan the timing.
- Which car should I book for Skardu to Islamabad?
- On a journey this long, a Corolla Altis Grande or an SUV is far more comfortable than an economy car. For a family with luggage, a Honda BR-V or KIA Sportage; for a group, a Hiace.
- Do you pick up from anywhere in Skardu?
- Yes, anywhere in Skardu — including Skardu International Airport and Shangrila Lower Kachura Lake — and we drop at any address in Islamabad.