Rawalpindi to Jhelum Bus Ticket Price, Online Booking, Timing
The Rawalpindi to Jhelum ticket price starts at about Rs 450 on a coaster and reaches Rs 850 for Daewoo Express. It is a two hour hop along the GT Road over the Potohar plateau, short enough that the train from Rawalpindi Saddar is a genuine rival to the bus.
Short answer: Rawalpindi to Jhelum costs Rs 450 to Rs 850 and takes two to two and a half hours on the GT Road through Rawat, Mandra, Gujar Khan and Dina. Coasters leave Pir Wadhai as they fill, and several mainline trains stop at Jhelum too. Tell the conductor whether you want Jhelum city, the cantonment or Dina.
Rawalpindi to Jhelum ticket price by operator
Three price points on a short route, from a shared coaster to a full size Daewoo coach.
| Bus operator | Class | Boards in Rawalpindi | Journey time | Ticket price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coasters and Hiace | Standard, air conditioned | Pir Wadhai general stand | 2h 30m | Rs 450 |
| Skyways | Economy, 2+2 | Faizabad | 2h 15m | Rs 650 |
| Daewoo Express | Luxury, 2+2 | Own terminal, 26 Number Chungi | 2h | Rs 850 |
Fares are indicative published prices and vary with class, season, fuel adjustments and demand. Your live, confirmed fare appears on the seat map before payment.
Most people buy the cheapest seat here, and that is fine
On a two hour trip the gap between a coaster and Daewoo is only Rs 400, and the comfort difference matters less than it does over four or five hours. Where Daewoo earns its fare is the fixed timetable: a coaster leaves when it is full, which on a quiet afternoon can mean a 30 minute wait at Pir Wadhai.
Many passengers are going on to Jhelum Cantt, Dina or Mangla rather than the city. Coasters set down anywhere on the GT Road; the larger coaches stop at fewer points.
Jhelum city, the cantonment or Dina
Jhelum is spread along both banks of the GT Road and the river, and three different stops serve it.
Dina
- Where
- About 10 km before Jhelum city on the GT Road.
- Good for
- Mangla Dam, Mangla Cantt and the road to Mirpur.
Jhelum Cantt
- Where
- On the GT Road before the river bridge.
- Good for
- The cantonment, the railway station and military institutions.
Jhelum city
- Where
- Across the river bridge near the old city.
- Good for
- The bazaars, Sarai Alamgir beyond and Rohtas Fort by local transport.
How to choose
Going to Mangla or Mirpur, get off at Dina and change there. Visiting Rohtas Fort, stay on to Jhelum city and take local transport out to Dina and the fort road. Everything else, ask for the stop closest to your address when you board.
Which is the best bus service from Rawalpindi to Jhelum
A short, busy corridor with plenty of choice.
Pir Wadhai coaster
Leaves as soon as it fills and stops anywhere on the GT Road.
From Rs 450Skyways
A full size coach from Faizabad, handy from the Metro Bus.
From Rs 650Daewoo Express
A fixed schedule and a proper terminal, useful when you need to arrive on time.
From Rs 850Our verdict
Take a coaster at Rs 450 for a flexible daytime trip, Daewoo at Rs 850 when you need a fixed arrival time, or the train if you live near Saddar and a departure suits.
Rawalpindi to Jhelum bus timings
Coasters run from dawn until late evening; larger coaches follow a timetable.
Early morning
6:00 AM to 9:00 AMCommuters and cantonment staff. Coasters fill fast, so arrive a little early.
Daytime
10:00 AM to 3:00 PMQuieter stands and slower filling coasters. Daewoo’s timetable helps here.
Evening
4:00 PM to 7:00 PMBusy both ways. Gujar Khan town adds time in the evening.
Late
8:00 PM onwardsFewer coasters. Check the last departure before heading to the stand.
The towns set the pace
Nothing on this short run is motorway, so the clock is set by Gujar Khan and Dina. Both slow down on market days and after 4:00 PM, when a two hour trip can stretch past two and a half.
Rawalpindi and Jhelum terminals
Neither end has a single intercity terminal.
Rawalpindi
- Daewoo Express
- Own terminal near Jhangi Syedan, 26 Number Chungi, Peshawar Road. GT Road coaches then cross back through the city.
- Skyways
- Faizabad, on the Murree Road and IJP Road junction.
- Pir Wadhai general stand
- Bilal Travels, coasters and most economy services heading down the GT Road.
Jhelum
- GT Road stops
- Coaches and coasters stop along the GT Road at the cantonment and city.
- Railway station
- Jhelum station in the cantonment serves mainline trains to Rawalpindi and Lahore.
- Onward
- Local vans from Dina for Mangla and Mirpur.
The road from Rawalpindi to Jhelum
South east across the Potohar plateau, down through the Salt Range foothills to the Jhelum River.
- RawalpindiDeparture, km 0.
- RawatMughal era caravanserai beside the road, km 20.
- MandraJunction for Chakwal, km 40.
- Gujar KhanThe main town on the way, km 55.
- SohawaThe descent begins, km 80.
- DinaTurn off for Mangla, km 100.
- JhelumArrival about two hours later, km 110.
What changes when the M-13 opens
The planned M-13 runs parallel to this stretch with interchanges at Gujar Khan, Sohawa, Dina and Jhelum. Once it opens, expect coach timings on this route to drop noticeably. Until then, the GT Road is the only road the buses use.
Rawalpindi to Jhelum bus vs train vs car
Jhelum sits on the main railway line, which makes rail unusually competitive for such a short trip.
Bus or coaster
Rs 450to Rs 850
Frequent and flexible, with stops all along the GT Road.
Best all round.
Train
Rs 400and up, economy
Mainline expresses to Lahore stop at Jhelum. Comfortable, and it avoids Gujar Khan traffic.
Great from Saddar.
Private car
Rs 5,000and up, one way
Useful for a day trip to Rohtas Fort or Mangla with family.
Only split between four.
Cheapest way to travel from Rawalpindi to Jhelum
A coaster from Pir Wadhai at around Rs 450, or an economy train seat if a departure matches your plans. For residents of Saddar and Raja Bazaar, the train can be the easier choice because Rawalpindi station is right there.
Rawalpindi to Jhelum bus FAQs
What is the Rawalpindi to Jhelum bus ticket price?
About Rs 450 on a coaster, Rs 650 with Skyways and Rs 850 with Daewoo Express.
How long does the bus from Rawalpindi to Jhelum take?
Two to two and a half hours for about 110 km on the GT Road.
Is there a train from Rawalpindi to Jhelum?
Yes. Several mainline trains towards Lahore stop at Jhelum, taking roughly two hours from Rawalpindi station.
How do I get to Mangla or Mirpur?
Take a coaster towards Jhelum and get off at Dina, then change to a local van for Mangla and Mirpur.
Is there a motorway from Rawalpindi to Jhelum?
Not yet. The M-13 Kharian to Rawalpindi motorway is under construction, so buses still use the GT Road.
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