What is the cheapest way to get from Leh to Srinagar?

The cheapest way to get from Leh to Srinagar is to bus which costs ₹800 - ₹1,300 and takes 9h.

What is the fastest way to get from Leh to Srinagar?

The fastest way to get from Leh to Srinagar is to fly which takes 1h 31m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹19,000.

Is there a direct bus between Leh and Srinagar?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Leh and arriving at Srinagar. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Leh to Srinagar?

The distance between Leh and Srinagar is 282 km. The road distance is 416.4 km.

How do I travel from Leh to Srinagar without a car?

The best way to get from Leh to Srinagar without a car is to bus which takes 9h and costs ₹800 - ₹1,300.

How long does it take to get from Leh to Srinagar?

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Leh to Srinagar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leh to Srinagar bus from?

Leh to Srinagar bus services, operated by JKSRTC, depart from Leh station.

Bus or fly from Leh to Srinagar?

The best way to get from Leh to Srinagar is to fly which takes 1h 31m and costs ₹5,500 - ₹19,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹800 - ₹1,300 and takes 9h.

Where does the Leh to Srinagar bus arrive?

Leh to Srinagar bus services, operated by JKSRTC, arrive at Srinagar station.

Can I drive from Leh to Srinagar?

Yes, the driving distance between Leh to Srinagar is 416 km. It takes approximately 6h 18m to drive from Leh to Srinagar.

Where can I stay near Srinagar?

There are 600+ hotels available in Srinagar.

Leh to Srinagar - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Leh to Srinagar by plane, 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.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) to Srinagar International Airport (SXR)plane IXL - SXR
1h 31m
₹5,806–18,466
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leh to Srinagarbus
9h
₹800–1,300
Drive 416.4 km
1. Drive from Leh to Srinagarcar 416.4 km
6h 18m
₹4,493–6,489
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Leh to Srinagartaxi 416.4 km
6h 18m
₹9,000–11,000

Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) to Srinagar International Airport (SXR) flights

6Weekly Planes

1h 37mAverage Duration

₹3,807Cheapest Price

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Distance: 282.2 km
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Leh, India and Srinagar, India?

Air India Limited and IndiGo Airlines fly from Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport (IXL) to Srinagar International Airport (SXR) 6 times a week. Alternatively, JKSRTC operates a bus from Leh to Srinagar once daily. Tickets cost ₹800–1,300 and the journey takes 9h.

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