Islamabad to Sillanwali Distance, Routes & Travel Duration

 Traveling from Islamabad to Sillanwali offers several routes and modes of transportation, each varying in distance, travel duration, and scenery. Here are some possible ways to make the journey:

1. By Road:

   • Distance: Approximately 230 kilometers (143 miles)
   • Route: Start from Islamabad and head towards Rawalpindi on the Islamabad Expressway. From Rawalpindi, take the Grand Trunk Road (GT Road) leading towards Peshawar. Continue on GT Road through towns like Attock, Mianwali, and Kundian. From Kundian, take the Mianwali-Sargodha Road which leads to Sillanwali.
   • Travel Duration: By car, the journey typically takes around 4-5 hours depending on traffic conditions.

2. By Train:

   • Distance: Varies depending on the train route taken; generally around 280 kilometers (174 miles) via Sargodha.
   • Route: Take a train from Islamabad Railway Station (also known as Margalla Station) to Sargodha Junction. From Sargodha, travel by road to Sillanwali.
   • Travel Duration: Train travel can take approximately 5-6 hours, depending on the type of train and stops.

3. By Bus:

   • Distance: Similar to traveling by road, around 230 kilometers (143 miles).
   • Route: Multiple bus services operate from Islamabad to Sillanwali, with buses departing from various terminals in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Buses usually follow the GT Road route via towns like Attock, Mianwali, and Kundian before reaching Sillanwali.
   • Travel Duration: Bus travel time is comparable to car travel, taking around 4-5 hours depending on traffic and stops.

4. By Air (to nearest airport):

   • Distance: Nearest airport is in Sargodha, approximately 70 kilometers (43 miles) from Sillanwali.
   • Route: Fly from Islamabad International Airport to Sargodha Airport. From Sargodha, continue the journey to Sillanwali by road.
   • Travel Duration: Flight time from Islamabad to Sargodha is approximately 45 minutes, followed by a 1-2 hour road journey to Sillanwali.

Each mode of transportation offers its own advantages in terms of comfort, speed, and convenience. Travelers can choose based on their preferences for cost, time, and the experience they seek while traveling from Islamabad to Sillanwali.