The Islamabad-Rawalpindi Metro was started to connect the twin cities & offer a standard convenience to the travelers. It was discussed back in 2010, but the actual work was started in January 2014. In which Prime Minister of Pakistan “Nawaz Sharif” & CM Punjab “Shahbaz Sharif” signed the agreement of a 50:50 share between the Federal & Provincial Government.
One of the reasons CM Punjab was successfully influenced to grab this project is because he had already completed a spectacular job in the Lahore project.
However, this project was completed in June 2015, cost 46 billion PKR & launched to the general public. At the start, it faced many construction-related issues which the opponents criticized. But, overall, it added value to the locals riding experience.
Line:1 It includes the route from Saddar to Pak Secretariat, covering 24 stations along its way.
Line:2 The newly extended Phase-II will pass on from Peshawar Morr to Islamabad International Airport.
Phase-I Route (2015)
| # of Stations | Name of Stations |
|---|---|
| 1 | Saddar |
| 2 | Marrir Chowk |
| 3 | Liaquat Bagh |
| 4 | Committee Chowk |
| 5 | Waris Khan |
| 6 | Chandni Chowk |
| 7 | Rehmanabad |
| 8 | 6th Road |
| 9 | Shamsabad |
| 10 | Faizabad |
| 11 | I.J.P |
| 12 | Potohar |
| 13 | Khayaban-e-Johar |
| 14 | Faiz Ahmed Faiz |
| 15 | Kashmir Highway |
| 16 | Chaman |
| 17 | Ibn-e-Sina |
| 18 | Katchery |
| 19 | PIMS |
| 20 | Stock Exchange |
| 21 | 7th Avenue |
| 22 | Shaheed-e-Millat |
| 23 | Parade Ground |
| 24 | Pak Secretariat |
Phase-II Route (2022)
| # of Stations | Name of Stations |
|---|---|
| 1 | Pehawar Morr |
| 2 | H-9/G-9 |
| 3 | IIU-G-10 |
| 4 | High Court |
| 5 | H-11/G-11 |
| 6 | NUST/G-12 East |
| 7 | NUST/G-12 West |
| 8 | Golra Morr/G-13 |
| 9 | Grand Trunk Road |
| 10 | Jammu & Kashmir/G-15 |
| 11 | Badhana Kalan/G-16 |
| 12 | M-1/M-2 Interchange |
| 13 | Rakh Pind Ranjha |
| 14 | Islamabad Airport |
Facilities of BRT Pakistan
- Free WIFI Access
- Air Conditioned Buses
- Elevators & Escalators
- Live Bus Updates
- Hassle-free Travelling
- Cash (Token) or Card Fare Collection
Fare
The ticket/token costs only Rs.30/- for a single trip.
Timings
The bus remains operational from 6:15 am till 10:00 pm.
The capacity of the Metro bus
According to the estimate done by the authorities, almost 150,000 individuals can travel daily.
Flaws in Pakistan Metro Bus System
A major issue in the Twin City Metro was the poor construction quality, which caused resulted in water drainage. Especially in the rainy season of the monsoon. The Centaurus was among the stations that bear severe flooding.
Contact Info
FAQ
What is the other name of the RWP-ISL metro?
It is also known as Pakistan Metro Bus System.
Who operates the Rawalpindi-Islamabad BRT?
Punjab Mass Transit Authority oversees the operations of the Pakistan Metro.
What is the route length from Saddar to Pak-Secretariat?
The route is almost 22.5 km or 14 mi long.
Who owns the metro buses?
A Turkish firm, Platform Turizm owns the buses & drivers are also provided by them.
