Rawalpindi to Peshawar Train
راولپنڈی سے پشاور ٹرین
Connect from the twin cities to the historic gateway of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, passing ancient Taxila and the mighty Indus River.
Train Services
| Train | Departure | Arrival | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Khyber Mail (1UP/2DN) | 05:30 | 09:00 | 3.5 hrs |
| Awam Express | 08:00 | 11:30 | 3.5 hrs |
| Subak Kharam | 14:00 | 17:30 | 3.5 hrs |
| Green Line (Transit) | 11:00 | 14:30 | 3.5 hrs |
| Tezgam (Transit) | 16:00 | 19:30 | 3.5 hrs |
Route Stations
راولپنڈی
ٹیکسلا
واہ کینٹ
حسن ابدال
اٹک سٹی
کیمبل پور
نوشہرہ جنکشن
رسالپور
پبی
پشاور کینٹ
پشاور سٹی
🚂Gateway to the Frontier
The Rawalpindi to Peshawar railway line is the northern terminus of Pakistan's main railway network, connecting the twin cities to the historic capital of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This 176-kilometer journey takes travelers through some of Pakistan's most historically significant landscapes.
Historical Landmarks
Pass near Taxila, UNESCO World Heritage Site and ancient Buddhist center. Cross the strategic Attock Bridge over the Indus River.
Peshawar Awaits
One of the world's oldest living cities with famous Qissa Khwani Bazaar, Bala Hisar Fort, and gateway to the historic Khyber Pass.
💡 Travel Tips
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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The train journey takes approximately 3 to 4 hours covering 176 kilometers. Most express trains complete the journey in around 3.5 hours.
The Khyber Mail and Subak Kharam are among the fastest trains, completing the journey in about 3.5 hours with limited stops. The Green Line transit also maintains good speed on this section.
Ticket prices range from Rs. 200 for Economy class to Rs. 1,200 for AC Business. Business class costs around Rs. 500 and AC Standard is approximately Rs. 800.
The route passes near Taxila, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with ancient Buddhist ruins. Hasanabdal features the historic Gurdwara Panja Sahib. Attock has the historic Attock Fort overlooking the Indus River.
Approximately 8 trains run daily on this route, including dedicated services like Khyber Mail and Awam Express, plus transit trains like Green Line and Tezgam passing through on longer routes.
Yes, the Khyber Mail departs Rawalpindi at 5:30 AM, arriving in Peshawar by 9:00 AM. This is ideal for early arrivals in Peshawar.