Lahore to Saidu Sharif Distance, Routes & Travel Duration

 

Traveling from Lahore to Saidu Sharif offers several options, each with its own unique route, distance, and travel duration. Here are all possible ways to make this journey:

1. By Road:

   • Distance: Approximately 497 kilometers (309 miles)
   • Route: Lahore - Islamabad-Peshawar Motorway (M-2) - Swat Expressway (E-25) - Saidu Sharif
   • Travel Duration: By car, it takes around 8-10 hours depending on traffic and road conditions.

2. By Train and Road:

   • Distance: Varies depending on the specific train route
   • Route:
     • Take a train from Lahore to Rawalpindi (Approx. 4-5 hours)
     • From Rawalpindi, travel by road via Islamabad-Peshawar Motorway (M-1) to Swat Expressway (E-25) - Saidu Sharif
   • Travel Duration: Train journey takes around 4-5 hours, and then approximately 6-8 hours by road.

3. By Air and Road:

   • Distance: Varies depending on the specific flight route
   • Route:
     • Fly from Lahore to Islamabad International Airport (Approx. 1 hour flight)
     • From Islamabad, travel by road via Islamabad-Peshawar Motorway (M-1) to Swat Expressway (E-25) - Saidu Sharif
   • Travel Duration: Flight duration is around 1 hour, and then approximately 6-8 hours by road.

4. By Bus:

   • Distance: Approximately 497 kilometers (309 miles)
   • Route: Direct bus services are available from Lahore to Mingora (Saidu Sharif)
   • Travel Duration: The bus journey typically takes around 10-12 hours depending on traffic and stops along the way.

5. By Car Rental or Private Vehicle:

   • Distance: Approximately 497 kilometers (309 miles)
   • Route: Similar to the first option, Lahore - Islamabad-Peshawar Motorway (M-2) - Swat Expressway (E-25) - Saidu Sharif
   • Travel Duration: Similar to driving your own car, around 8-10 hours depending on traffic and road conditions.

6. By Shared Taxi:

   • Distance: Approximately 497 kilometers (309 miles)
   • Route: Shared taxis or vans operate between Lahore and Mingora (Saidu Sharif)
   • Travel Duration: This option may take longer than a direct car journey, depending on the number of stops and passengers.

7. By Hitchhiking:

   • Distance: Approximately 497 kilometers (309 miles)
   • Route: Hitchhiking may not be the most reliable option but could be adventurous.
   • Travel Duration: Highly variable and dependent on finding suitable rides along the way.

Each mode of transportation offers its own advantages and considerations in terms of cost, comfort, and travel time. Choose the option that best fits your preferences and requirements for your journey from Lahore to Saidu Sharif.