If you travel by metro in Islamabad or Rawalpindi, the ticket price is probably the first thing you want to check. Fares have changed a couple of times over the past few years, so this guide puts the current rates for every line in one place, without any guesswork.
The good news is that pricing is simple. Every line charges a flat fare per ride, so you pay the same amount whether you travel two stops or go end to end. There are no distance bands to calculate.
Ticket Prices for Each Metro Line
The Red Line metro, which runs between Pak Secretariat and Saddar, is the cheapest option. It is operated by the Punjab Mass Transit Authority, and the standard fare is around Rs 30 for a one-way trip across the whole corridor.
On the CDA-run services, the fare is typically Rs 50 per ride. That covers the Orange Line to the airport, the Green Line to Bhara Kahu, and the Blue Line to Gulberg, as well as the electric feeder buses running across the city.
How to Pay: Cards, Tokens & the App
On the Red Line, you cannot pay cash at the gate. You need a T-Cash card, a QR code, or the eTransit app to enter the station. If you commute daily, a rechargeable card saves you from queuing at the counter every single morning.
On the CDA lines, buy your ticket or token at the station before boarding and keep it with you until you exit. Fares stay the same all day, so if you can travel outside the morning and evening office rush, you will simply get a more comfortable seat for the same price.