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

The cheapest way to get from Kathua to Manali is to train which costs ₹1,100 - ₹8,500 and takes 2 days 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Kathua to Manali is to taxi and fly which takes 8h 53m and costs ₹18,000 - ₹43,000.

Is there a direct bus between Kathua and Manali?

No, there is no direct bus from Kathua to Manali. However, there are services departing from Pathankot and arriving at M.F.L. via Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, Hyderabad, Telangana and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 11h.

Is there a direct train between Kathua and Manali?

No, there is no direct train from Kathua to Manali. However, there are services departing from Kathua and arriving at Tollgate via Puratchi Thalaivar Dr.M.G.Ramachandran Central Metro. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

How far is it from Kathua to Manali?

The distance between Kathua and Manali is 2316 km. The road distance is 2590 km.

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

The best way to get from Kathua to Manali without a car is to train which takes 2 days 7h and costs ₹1,100 - ₹8,500.

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

It takes approximately 8h 53m to get from Kathua to Manali, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kathua to Manali bus from?

Kathua to Manali bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, depart from Pathankot station.

Where do I catch the Kathua to Manali train from?

Kathua to Manali train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Kathua station.

Train or bus from Kathua to Manali?

The best way to get from Kathua to Manali is to train which takes 2 days 7h and costs ₹1,100 - ₹8,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2 days 11h.

Where does the Kathua to Manali bus arrive?

Kathua to Manali bus services, operated by IntrCity SmartBus, arrive at Ghaziabad station.

Where does the Kathua to Manali train arrive?

Kathua to Manali train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Chennai Central station.

Can I drive from Kathua to Manali?

Yes, the driving distance between Kathua to Manali is 2590 km. It takes approximately 34h 30m to drive from Kathua to Manali.

Where can I stay near Manali?

There are 863+ hotels available in Manali.

Kathua to Manali - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Kathua to Manali by taxi, plane, train, bus, or car

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Taxi to Kangra Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Kathua to Kangra Airport (DHM)taxi
2. Fly from Kangra Airport (DHM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane DHM - MAA
8h 53m
₹18,762–42,486
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kathua to Chennai Centraltrain 16032
2d 7h
₹1,153–8,439
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pathankot to Ghaziabadbus
2. Take the bus from Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh to Hyderabad, Telanganabus
3. Take the bus from Hyderabad, Telangana to Chennai, Tamil Nadubus
2d 11h
Drive 2,590 km
1. Drive from Kathua to Manalicar 2,590 km
34h 30m
₹29,052–41,963
Train to Jammu Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kathua to Jammu Tawitrain
2. Fly from Jammu Airport (IXJ) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane IXJ - MAA
10h 50m
₹11,489–20,506

Kangra Airport (DHM) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

31Weekly Planes

6h 53mAverage Duration

₹14,856Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,316.1 km
Duration: 8h 53m

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

Indian Railways operates a train from Kathua to Chennai Central 3 times a week. Tickets cost ₹1,100–8,500 and the journey takes 2d 5h. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kathua to M.F.L. via Pathankot, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, Hyderabad, Telangana, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and Central Station in around 2d 11h.

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