Rawalpindi to Sahiwal by train
Sahiwal lies 326 km (203 mi) south of Rawalpindi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 4 h 41 min at the speeds typical of Pakistan rail, over roughly 398 km (247 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Rawalpindi | Sahiwal | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Pakistan | Pakistan |
| Population | 3.4 million | 538,344 |
| Elevation | 501 m (1,644 ft) | 174 m (571 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) |
| Stations on record | Rawalpindi Railway Station, Nur (Rawalpindi) railway station | Sahiwal railway station |
Where to book trains from Rawalpindi to Sahiwal
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Staying in Sahiwal
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Sahiwal. Of the 6 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (2). Guests have left 351 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Sahiwal from Rawalpindi?
326 km (203 mi) in a straight line, south of Rawalpindi; by road roughly 398 km (247 mi).
How long does it take to get from Rawalpindi to Sahiwal by train?
About 4 h 41 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Rawalpindi and Sahiwal?
No, both are on Asia/Karachi at the moment.
Where can I stay in Sahiwal?
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Sahiwal, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- 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.