Rawalpindi to Bagh Bus Ticket Price, Online Booking, Timing
Bagh is a district town in the green hills of central Azad Kashmir, reached by winding roads through the Murree hills and across the Jhelum. Fares from Rawalpindi run from about Rs 1,000 to Rs 1,100.
Short answer: Allow four to five hours and Rs 1,000 to Rs 1,100 for the trip to Bagh. Coasters and vans leave Pir Wadhai and Faizabad, crossing into Azad Kashmir and climbing to Bagh. Routes vary by driver and road conditions, so ask which way the vehicle is going. Travel in daylight.
Rawalpindi to Bagh ticket price by operator
What each option to Bagh costs and where it boards in Rawalpindi.
| Bus operator | Class | Boards in Rawalpindi | Journey time | Ticket price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coasters | Standard | Pir Wadhai and Faizabad | 4h 30m | Rs 1,000 |
| Hiace vans | Standard | Pir Wadhai general stand | 4h 15m | Rs 1,100 |
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.
Only coasters and vans
No national coach company runs direct to Bagh; coasters and vans are the only public transport.
Drivers may change route after landslides or snow.
Bagh as a base for the hills
Bagh sits among well known hill spots.
Sudhan Gali
- What
- A hill resort above Bagh.
- Tip
- Local transport from Bagh.
Ganga Choti
- What
- A peak with sweeping views, hiked from Sudhan Gali.
- Tip
- Best in summer.
Dhirkot
- What
- A pine forest hill station on the way.
- Tip
- Ask to be set down.
How to choose
Travel early, name your stop, and check the road after rain or snow.
Which is the best way to travel from Rawalpindi to Bagh
Coasters and vans only.
Coaster
Steadier on hill roads.
From Rs 1,000Hiace van
Fills faster.
From Rs 1,100Private car
Stop at Dhirkot and Sudhan Gali.
From Rs 10,000Our verdict
Take a coaster early in the day for the steadiest ride.
Rawalpindi to Bagh bus timings
Vehicles through the day.
Early morning
6:00 AM to 9:00 AMBest for daylight arrival.
Midday
10:00 AM to 1:00 PMArrive by late afternoon.
Afternoon
After 2:00 PMArrive after dark; avoid.
Winter
December to FebruarySnow on higher sections.
Hill roads, slow going
The final hours are narrow mountain roads. Allow extra time and avoid night travel.
Rawalpindi and Bagh terminals
Vehicles finish at Bagh’s city stand.
Rawalpindi
- Pir Wadhai general stand
- Coasters, vans and regional coaches.
- Faizabad
- Skyways and other coach counters beside the Metro Bus station.
- Tip
- Carry your CNIC. There are identity checks on roads into Azad Kashmir.
Bagh
- City stand
- Coasters and vans finish here.
- Onward
- Local transport to Sudhan Gali and Dhirkot.
- Tip
- Carry your CNIC. There are identity checks on roads into Azad Kashmir.
The road from Rawalpindi to Bagh
Through the Murree hills and across the Jhelum.
- RawalpindiDeparture, km 0.
- Murree sidekm 55.
- KohalaJhelum crossing, km 90.
- Dhirkot areakm 120.
- BaghArrival four to five hours later, km 150.
Green hills of Poonch
Bagh district is among the greenest parts of Azad Kashmir, with terraced fields and forested ridges that make the slow road worth it.
Rawalpindi to Bagh bus vs car
Road travel is the practical option for most travellers.
Bus
Rs 1,000to Rs 1,100
Coasters and vans.
The usual way to Bagh.
Private car
Rs 10,000and up, one way
Comfortable on hill roads.
Only split between four.
Cheapest way to travel from Rawalpindi to Bagh
A coaster at around Rs 1,000.
Rawalpindi to Bagh bus FAQs
How much is a bus ticket from Rawalpindi to Bagh?
Indicative fares are Rs 1,000 on coasters, Rs 1,100 on hiace vans.
How long does it take from Rawalpindi to Bagh?
Four to five hours, covering roughly 150 km (hill roads via Kohala).
How do I get to Bagh from Rawalpindi?
Take a coaster or van from Pir Wadhai or Faizabad.
Is there a Daewoo to Bagh?
No national operator runs direct; use coasters or vans.
Do I need a CNIC?
Carry your CNIC. There are identity checks on roads into Azad Kashmir.
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