Rawalpindi to Mardan by train
Mardan lies 114 km (71 mi) north-west of Rawalpindi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 38 min at the speeds typical of Pakistan rail, over roughly 139 km (86 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Rawalpindi | Mardan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Pakistan | Pakistan |
| Population | 3.4 million | 300,424 |
| Elevation | 501 m (1,644 ft) | 311 m (1,020 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) |
| Stations on record | Rawalpindi Railway Station, Nur (Rawalpindi) railway station | Mardan Junction |
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Common questions
How far is Mardan from Rawalpindi?
114 km (71 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Rawalpindi; by road roughly 139 km (86 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rawalpindi to Mardan by train?
About 1 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rawalpindi and Mardan?
No, both are on Asia/Karachi at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.