Rawalpindi to Kohat Bus Ticket Price, Online Booking, Timing
The Rawalpindi to Kohat ticket price starts at about Rs 900 on a coaster. Kohat is one of the few destinations from Rawalpindi with its own dedicated daily train, the Kohat Express, which makes the rail option a genuine rival to the road for a trip of around four hours.
Short answer: Rawalpindi to Kohat costs about Rs 900 to Rs 1,000 by coaster or van and takes three and a half to four hours. The Kohat Express runs daily from Rawalpindi to Kohat Cantonment in about four hours, in economy class. Daewoo has a Kohat terminal, but its main services there link Kohat with Peshawar and D.I. Khan rather than Rawalpindi.
Rawalpindi to Kohat ticket price by vehicle
Kohat is served from Rawalpindi mainly by coasters, vans and the train.
| Bus operator | Class | Boards in Rawalpindi | Journey time | Ticket price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coasters | Standard, air conditioned | Pir Wadhai general stand | 4h | Rs 900 |
| Hiace vans | Standard | Pir Wadhai general stand | 3h 30m | Rs 1,000 |
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.
Why the train is worth a look here
On most short routes from Rawalpindi the train only makes sense if you live near the station. On Kohat, the Kohat Express is a dedicated service between the two cities, so it is a sensible choice for anyone travelling light in economy.
Coasters are more frequent and more flexible, stopping wherever passengers need along the way.
Kohat Express or the road
Two good options, each with a clear advantage.
Kohat Express
- How
- Daily economy train from Rawalpindi station to Kohat Cantonment.
- Time
- About four hours for 177 km.
- Suits
- Saddar residents, students and anyone who prefers a fixed departure.
Coaster or van
- How
- From Pir Wadhai, leaving when full.
- Time
- Three and a half to four hours.
- Suits
- Travellers who need flexible timing or a stop along the way.
How to choose
If the train’s departure time suits you and you live near Saddar, take the Kohat Express. If you need to leave at another time or get off before Kohat, take a coaster from Pir Wadhai.
Which is the best way to travel from Rawalpindi to Kohat
Three practical choices.
Kohat Express
Daily economy train with a fixed timetable.
Economy classCoaster
Frequent departures from Pir Wadhai through the day.
From Rs 900Hiace van
Fills fastest, handy when you are in a hurry.
From Rs 1,000Our verdict
Take the Kohat Express if its timing works for you, otherwise a coaster at Rs 900 from Pir Wadhai.
Rawalpindi to Kohat bus timings
Coasters run through the day, while the Kohat Express keeps one daily departure each way.
Early morning
6:00 AM to 9:00 AMThe most coaster departures.
Daytime
10:00 AM to 2:00 PMSlower filling vehicles and more waiting at the stand.
Afternoon
3:00 PM to 6:00 PMLast departures to arrive in daylight.
Train
Once dailyCheck Pakistan Railways for the current timetable.
Check the train timetable first
Because the Kohat Express runs once a day in each direction, its timing decides whether it fits your plans. Check it before heading to Pir Wadhai.
Rawalpindi and Kohat terminals
Road and rail use different points at both ends.
Rawalpindi
- Pir Wadhai general stand
- Coasters and Hiace vans, leaving as they fill.
- Rawalpindi railway station
- Saddar, for the Kohat Express.
- Tip
- Pir Wadhai is a cluster of stands. Ask for Kohat vehicles by name.
Kohat
- Kohat Cantonment station
- Terminus of the Kohat Express.
- Daewoo Express
- Rawalpindi Road near the highway, opposite the Engineering University, serving Peshawar and D.I. Khan.
- City stands
- Coasters and vans finish in Kohat city.
The road from Rawalpindi to Kohat
West across the Potohar plateau to the Indus country and Kohat.
- RawalpindiDeparture, km 0.
- Fateh Jang sideWest across the Potohar, km 50.
- JandRail and road junction town, km 110.
- KhushalgarhCrossing of the Indus, km 150.
- KohatArrival three and a half to four hours later, km 180.
Road routes vary by operator
Some drivers take the direct route west across the Potohar towards the Indus, while others use the M-1 to Peshawar and then the Kohat Tunnel road. Ask which road your coaster is using; the Peshawar route is longer but mostly motorway.
Rawalpindi to Kohat bus vs train vs car
Three real options on this route.
Coaster or van
Rs 900to Rs 1,000
Frequent and flexible, with stops along the way.
Best for flexibility.
Kohat Express
Economycheck Pakistan Railways
A dedicated daily train between the two cities.
Good if timing suits.
Private car
Rs 9,000and up, one way
Comfortable for families and flexible on route.
Only split between four.
Cheapest way to travel from Rawalpindi to Kohat
The Kohat Express in economy is usually the cheapest seat, if its timing suits. Otherwise a coaster from Pir Wadhai at around Rs 900.
Rawalpindi to Kohat bus FAQs
What is the Rawalpindi to Kohat bus ticket price?
About Rs 900 on a coaster and Rs 1,000 in a Hiace van from Pir Wadhai.
Is there a train from Rawalpindi to Kohat?
Yes. The Kohat Express runs daily from Rawalpindi to Kohat Cantonment in about four hours, in economy class.
Does Daewoo run from Rawalpindi to Kohat?
Daewoo has a Kohat terminal, but its services there mainly link Kohat with Peshawar and D.I. Khan. From Rawalpindi, coasters and the train are the usual options.
How long does it take from Rawalpindi to Kohat?
Around three and a half to four hours by road or rail.
Where do Kohat coasters leave from in Rawalpindi?
The Pir Wadhai general stand.
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