What is the cheapest way to get from Manali to Dharmashala?

The cheapest way to get from Manali to Dharmashala is to bus and train which costs ₹1,000 - ₹4,300 and takes 19h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manali to Dharmashala?

The fastest way to get from Manali to Dharmashala is to line 595 bus and fly which takes 4h 33m and costs ₹6,000 - ₹14,000.

How far is it from Manali to Dharmashala?

The distance between Manali and Dharmashala is 584 km. The road distance is 630.4 km.

How do I travel from Manali to Dharmashala without a car?

The best way to get from Manali to Dharmashala without a car is to train which takes 14h 21m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹4,000.

How long does it take to get from Manali to Dharmashala?

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Manali to Dharmashala, including transfers.

Train or bus from Manali to Dharmashala?

The best way to get from Manali to Dharmashala is to train which takes 14h 21m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹4,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹2,500 - ₹3,700 and takes 18h 38m.

Can I drive from Manali to Dharmashala?

Yes, the driving distance between Manali to Dharmashala is 630 km. It takes approximately 9h 25m to drive from Manali to Dharmashala.

Where can I stay near Dharmashala?

There are 40+ hotels available in Dharmashala.

Manali to Dharmashala - 9 ways to travel via train, line 595 bus, plane

There are 9 ways to get from Manali to Dharmashala by bus, plane, train, 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.

Line 595 bus, fly to Kannur International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from M.F.L to I.T.C.bus
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Kannur International Airport (CNN)plane MAA - CNN
4h 33m
₹6,003–13,284
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from M.F.L. to Egmore Bus Stationbus 28A
2. Take the train from Chennai Egmore to Kannapuramtrain 16159
19h 52m
₹1,086–4,210
Train
1. Take the train from Chennai Central to Kannurtrain 12685 / ...
14h 21m
₹1,168–3,964
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chennai Madhavaram to Tirupatibus
2. Take the bus from Vellore - Shanthi Travels to Madiwalabus
3. Take the bus from Madiwala to Taliparambabus
18h 38m
₹2,558–3,677
Drive 630.4 km
1. Drive from Manali to Dharmashalacar 630.4 km
9h 25m
₹6,910–9,981
Line 595 bus, fly to Calicut International Airport, train, taxi
1. Take the bus from M.F.L to I.T.C.bus
2. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Calicut International Airport (CCJ)plane MAA - CCJ
3. Take the train from Kozhikkode to Kannurtrain
4. Take the taxi from Kannur to Dharmashalataxi
6h 5m
₹6,433–13,384
Fly to Bajpe Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Bajpe Airport (IXE)plane MAA - IXE
2. Take the train from Mangalore Jn to Kannapuramtrain
7h 7m
₹7,343–10,684
Fly to Coimbatore International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Coimbatore International Airport (CJB)plane MAA - CJB
2. Take the train from Coimbatore Jn to Kannurtrain
9h 27m
₹6,383–14,044
Fly to Mysore, bus
1. Fly from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Mysore (MYQ)plane MAA - MYQ
2. Take the bus from Mysore to Alakodebus
9h 53m
₹6,123–20,414

Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Kannur International Airport (CNN) flights

4Weekly Planes

1h 40mAverage Duration

₹6,459Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Manali to Dharmashala.

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Distance: 584 km
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Manali, Tamil Nādu, India and Dharmashala, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Chennai Central to Kannur 3 times a day. Tickets cost ₹380–3,000 and the journey takes 12h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Avurikollaimedu to Dharmashala via Madhavaram Rountana, Chennai Madhavaram, Tirupati, Vellore - Shanthi Travels, Madiwala, and Taliparamba in around 18h 38m.

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