The 14 Best Day Trips from Bannu

How far each place is, what to see there, and a plan for the day.

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There are 14 good day trips from Bannu, Pakistan, led by Peshawar, Dera Ismail Khan, Kohat. The closest is Lakki, about 1 hr by car, and 1 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Built from 14 nearby places, with sights from real traveler trips, on Packy AI. Last updated November 2026 by the Packy AI Travel Team.

Day trips from Bannu

  1. 1

    Peshawar, Pakistan

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 15 min by car145 km north-east of Bannu

    Known for Shaji-ki-Dheri Remains (Kaniska Stupa).

  2. 2

    Dera Ismail Khan, Pakistan

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 5 min by car131 km south of Bannu
  3. 3

    Kohat, Pakistan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 35 min by car103 km north-east of Bannu
  4. 4

    Mianwali, Pakistan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 30 min by car98 km south-east of Bannu
  5. 5

    Gardez, Afghanistan

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 15 min by car145 km north-west of Bannu
  6. 6

    Khōst, Afghanistan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car75 km north-west of Bannu
  7. 7

    Paharpur, Pakistan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 40 min by car104 km south of Bannu
  8. 8

    Darya Khan, Pakistan

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 10 min by car141 km south of Bannu
  9. 9

    Shorkot, Pakistan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 55 min by car122 km south of Bannu
  10. 10

    Dullewala, Pakistan

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 20 min by car150 km south-east of Bannu
  11. 11

    Kundian, Pakistan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 35 min by car101 km south-east of Bannu
  12. 12

    Kamar Mushani, Pakistan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car72 km east of Bannu
  13. 13

    Tank, Pakistan

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car88 km south of Bannu
  14. 14

    Lakki, Pakistan

    Half-day trip
    About 1 hr by car51 km south-east of Bannu

A sample day: Bannu to Peshawar

  1. 07:30Leave Bannu
  2. 09:45Arrive in Peshawar (2 hr 15 min drive)
  3. 10:00Shaji-ki-Dheri Remains (Kaniska Stupa)
  4. 12:00Lunch
  5. 13:15Explore the old town, markets and cafes of Peshawar
  6. 15:45Head back to Bannu
  7. 18:00Home in Bannu

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Bannu?
The best day trips from Bannu are Peshawar, Dera Ismail Khan, Kohat, Mianwali, Gardez. The closest is Lakki, about 1 hr away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Bannu?
Lakki is the closest, 51 km south-east of Bannu, roughly 1 hr by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Bannu?
One place is within about an hour's drive of Bannu: Lakki (1 hr).
What is the biggest city near Bannu for a day out?
Peshawar is the largest city in day-trip range, 145 km north-east of Bannu and about 2 hr 15 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
Where can I go for a weekend from Bannu?
For a weekend away from Bannu, pick the places far enough to be worth a night: Dullewala (150 km, 2 hr 20 min), Gardez (145 km, 2 hr 15 min), Peshawar (145 km, 2 hr 15 min), Darya Khan (141 km, 2 hr 10 min). Closer places on this list work better as a single day.
How far is too far for a day trip from Bannu?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Dullewala at 150 km, around 2 hr 20 min by car, which is better as a long day or an overnight stay.

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