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

The cheapest way to get from Kaithal to Manāli is to bus and night bus which costs ₹800 - ₹1,700 and takes 8h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kaithal to Manāli is to drive which takes 5h 53m and costs ₹3,800 - ₹5,500.

Is there a direct bus between Kaithal and Manāli?

No, there is no direct bus from Kaithal to Manāli. However, there are services departing from Kaithal and arriving at Manali via Chandigarh. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

How far is it from Kaithal to Manāli?

The distance between Kaithal and Manāli is 434 km. The road distance is 361.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kaithal to Manāli without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 57m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹3,900.

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

It takes approximately 10h 57m to get from Kaithal to Manāli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kaithal to Manāli bus from?

Kaithal to Manāli bus services, operated by RSRTC, depart from Kaithal station.

Where does the Kaithal to Manāli bus arrive?

Kaithal to Manāli bus services, operated by RSRTC, arrive at Chandigarh station.

Can I drive from Kaithal to Manāli?

Yes, the driving distance between Kaithal to Manāli is 361 km. It takes approximately 5h 53m to drive from Kaithal to Manāli.

Where can I stay near Manāli?

There are 735+ hotels available in Manāli.

Kaithal to Manāli - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Kaithal to Manāli by train, bus, night bus, car, or taxi

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Kaithal to Kurukshetra Jn
2. Take the train from Kurukshetra Jn to Kiratpur Sahib
3. Take the bus from Kiratpur Sahib to Manali Private Bus Stand
10h 57m
₹1,294–3,857
Bus, night bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kaithal to Chandigarh
2. Take the night bus from Chandigarh to Manali
8h 37m
₹814–1,644
Drive 361.3 km
1. Drive from Kaithal to Manāli361.3 km
5h 53m
₹3,819–5,516
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kaithal to Manāli361.3 km
5h 53m
₹5,000–6,500
Train, night bus
1. Take the train from Kaithal to Chandigarh19411
2. Take the night bus from Chandigarh to Manali
9h 20m
₹865–3,247

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 434.3 km
Duration: 10h 57m

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

There is no direct connection from Kaithal to Manāli. However, you can take the train to Kurukshetra Jn, take the train to Kiratpur Sahib, walk to Kiratpur Sahib, then take the bus to Manali Private Bus Stand. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kaithal to Manali via Chandigarh and Chandigarh in around 8h 37m.

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