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How to reach Manali

How to reach Manali

Taking an overnight bus from Delhi or Chandigarh is the most convenient method to get to Manali. The closest train station is in Joginder Nagar, 50 kilometres distant, but this isn’t the ideal method to go to Manali because it’s a narrow-gauge line that moves very slowly.

Manali’s closest wide gauge railroad stations are in Chandigarh (310 km) and Ambala (300 km). Bhuntar, which is 50 kilometres away, has the closest airport. From these locations and other regions of North India, buses and taxis are easily accessible to Manali.

How to travel via air to Manali

The closest airport is in Bhuntar, which is 50 kilometres from Manali and 10 kilometres from Kullu. There is a flight from Delhi to Kullu operated by Air India, however the schedule is erratic and the cost is exorbitant. From the airport, you may either board a bus that routinely travels this route to Kullu or rent a taxi to transport you to Manali.

Chandigarh Airport (IXC), which is closest and is 178 kilometres from Manali

How to travel by car to Manali

The 570-kilometre journey from Delhi to Manali is frequently served by buses. Additionally, buses are available from Chandigarh, Dharamshala, Leh, and Shimla. As an alternative, you might take a taxi to Manali. However, confirm that the driver is accustomed to driving in difficult terrain.

How to travel by train to Manali

Joginder Nagar, which is 50 kilometres from Manali, has the closest train station. Additionally, viable choices are Chandigarh and Ambala Cantt. Although it is well connected by train, you must first travel to Ambala in order to take a bus to Manali. However, because it is a narrow-gauge station, it is not connected to all of the country’s major cities. Manali’s closest wide gauge railroad stations are in Chandigarh (310 km) and Ambala (300 km).

How to travel by bus to Manali

Taking an overnight bus from Delhi or Chandigarh is the most convenient method to get to Manali. 

Local transportations

Manali has easy access to local transportation, including taxis that travel the entire town. One alternative for therapy is walking.

Manali bike rentals

Bikes serve as the ideal option for navigating the roads of Manali because they are essentially the “go-anywhere, do-anything machine.” embarking on an exciting voyage. The most popular bikes to rent in Manali are 350 CC or 500 CC Royal Enfield Bullet bikes, often known as rental bikes. A bike or motorcycle can be rented for between INR 700 and INR 1500 per day. The cost of renting a bike varies on its model, duration (Bullet, Enfield, Pulsar, etc.), and state. You must pay between INR 2,000 and INR 5,000 for local trips and between INR 10,000 and INR 15,000 for out-of-town tours as a security deposit. Along with the security deposit, you will frequently be required to produce identity documents like your passport, pan card, aadhar card, etc.


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