There are 5 ways to get from New Delhi to Dharamsala by plane, taxi, bus, train or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Fly to Dharamsala • 3 h 1 min
$64 - $337
Cheapest option
Bus • 11 h 30 min
$9 - $13
3 alternative options
Fly to Kulu, taxi • 6 h 37 min
$160 - $616
Train, taxi • 12 h 25 min
$46 - $70
Drive • 7 h 59 min
$50 - $75
What companies run services between New Delhi, India and Dharamsala, India?
Spicejet and Helitrans fly from New Delhi to Dharamsala 3 times a day. Alternatively, RedBus operates a bus from New Delhi to Dharamsala every 4 hours. Tickets cost $9 - $13 and the journey takes 11 h 30 min.

- Website
- spicejet.com
Flights from Delhi to Dharamsala
- Ave. Duration
- 1 h 22 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $75 - $550

- Website
- helitrans.no
Flights from Delhi to Dharamsala
- Ave. Duration
- 1 h 40 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $270 - $400
Flights from Delhi to Kulu
- Ave. Duration
- 1 h 15 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- $360 - $550

- Website
- indianrail.gov.in
Train from New Delhi (NDLS) to Pathankot (PTK)
- Ave. Duration
- 10 h 40 min
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- $10 - $21
- Book at
- irctc.co.in
- Ave. Duration
- 4 h 1 min
- Estimated price
- $50 - $65
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Questions & Answers
How far is it from New Delhi to Dharamsala?
The distance between New Delhi and Dharamsala is 408 km. The road distance is 494 km.
What is the cheapest way to get from New Delhi to Dharamsala?
The cheapest way to get from New Delhi to Dharamsala is to bus which costs ₹550 - ₹850 and takes 11 h 30 min.
What is the fastest way to get from New Delhi to Dharamsala?
The quickest way to get from New Delhi to Dharamsala is to fly which takes 3 h 1 min and costs ₹4,200 - ₹23,000.
Is there a direct bus between New Delhi and Dharamsala?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Delhi and arriving at Dharamshala. Services depart every four hours. The journey takes approximately 11 h 30 min.
How long does it take to get from New Delhi to Dharamsala?
It takes approximately 3 h 1 min to get from New Delhi to Dharamsala, including transfers.