If you need to travel between Islamabad and Taxila by public transport, the metro feeder bus is the easiest and cheapest option. The FR-10 route runs from Golra Morh in Islamabad all the way to Taxila, passing through G-11, F-11, D-12 and B-17 on the way. It is a long ride, but it is comfortable, air-conditioned, and far cheaper than a taxi or a ride-hailing car for the same distance.
The best part is the starting point. Golra Morh connects directly with the Orange Line metro, so you can reach it from Faiz Ahmed Faiz station or the airport side without much trouble. From there, one bus takes you all the way to Taxila, with no need to change buses in between. For students, workers, and daily commuters, that single ride makes the whole journey simple.
FR-10 Route: Main Stops from Golra Morh to Taxila
The bus starts at Golra Morh and first stops at the G-13 and NUST metro stations, then moves through G-11 Markaz and F-11 Markaz. After that it passes OPF Girls College and Golra Sharif, then D-12 Markaz and Shah Allah Ditta, before reaching Sangjani on the way out of the city. These early stops cover some of the busiest residential and education areas in north Islamabad.
Further along, the route serves both gates of B-17, then Margalla, Taxila Bypass, Wahdat Colony and Timber Market, finally ending at Taxila. The full journey takes around 75 minutes from Golra Morh, so it is worth settling in for a longer ride. If your stop is B-17 or Sangjani, this bus saves you the cost and hassle of finding separate transport for that stretch.
Timings: First Bus, Last Bus and Frequency
According to the CDA timetable for this route, the first bus leaves Golra Morh at 6:00 in the morning and reaches Taxila at around 7:15. Buses then run through the day at regular intervals, roughly every 30 to 60 minutes depending on the time of day. The last bus of the day leaves Golra Morh at 9:00 at night and arrives in Taxila at about 10:15.
That early start is good news for morning commuters, but the evening needs a little planning. If you miss the last bus, there is no later feeder service on this route, so reach your stop at least 10 minutes early. Timings can also shift on public holidays or during special events, so it is smart to check the latest update before travelling late in the evening.
Fare and Useful Travel Tips
The fare on this feeder route is Rs 100 per ride, the standard flat fare for Islamabad’s electric feeder buses. One fare covers the whole journey from Golra Morh to Taxila, no matter where you get off. Keep a charged metro card ready if you have one, since it makes boarding faster than paying at the stop.
A handy tip for first-time riders: sit near the front if you get travel sick on longer rides, and keep your stop in mind because the route has many stops. The bus is also a good budget option for visiting Taxila’s historic sites for the day, since the return trip costs the same Rs 100. Just remember the last return bus timing so your day trip does not end with an expensive taxi ride home.