What is the cheapest way to get from Chamba to Manāli?

The cheapest way to get from Chamba to Manāli is to bus and night bus which costs ₹1,200 - ₹3,100 and takes 13h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chamba to Manāli?

The fastest way to get from Chamba to Manāli is to drive which takes 7h 43m and costs ₹3,500 - ₹5,500.

Is there a direct bus between Chamba and Manāli?

No, there is no direct bus from Chamba to Manāli. However, there are services departing from Chamba and arriving at Manali via Chandigarh. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 40m.

How far is it from Chamba to Manāli?

The distance between Chamba and Manāli is 362 km. The road distance is 339.3 km.

How do I travel from Chamba to Manāli without a car?

The best way to get from Chamba to Manāli without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 9h 52m and costs ₹5,000 - ₹7,500.

How long does it take to get from Chamba to Manāli?

It takes approximately 9h 52m to get from Chamba to Manāli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chamba to Manāli bus from?

Chamba to Manāli bus services, operated by HRTC, depart from Chamba station.

Where does the Chamba to Manāli bus arrive?

Chamba to Manāli bus services, operated by HRTC, arrive at Chandigarh station.

Can I drive from Chamba to Manāli?

Yes, the driving distance between Chamba to Manāli is 339 km. It takes approximately 7h 43m to drive from Chamba to Manāli.

Where can I stay near Manāli?

There are 735+ hotels available in Manāli.

Chamba to Manāli - 4 ways to travel via taxi, bus, car, and night bus

There are 4 ways to get from Chamba to Manāli by taxi, bus, car, or night bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Chamba to Dharamshala
2. Take the bus from Dharamshala to Manali119
9h 52m
₹5,388–7,495
Bus, night bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chamba to Chandigarh1002
2. Take the night bus from Chandigarh to Manali
13h 40m
₹1,276–3,070
Drive 339.3 km
1. Drive from Chamba to Manāli339.3 km
7h 43m
₹3,547–5,123
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Chamba to Manāli339.3 km
7h 43m
₹13,000–16,000

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 361.9 km
Duration: 9h 52m

What companies run services between Chamba, Himachal Pradesh, India and Manāli, Himachal Pradesh, India?

There is no direct connection from Chamba to Manāli. However, you can take the taxi to Dharamshala then take the bus to Manali. Alternatively, you can drive from Chamba to Manāli in around 7h 43m.

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