What is the cheapest way to get from Sarnath to Dharamsala?

The cheapest way to get from Sarnath to Dharamsala is to bus via Ghāziābād which costs ₹1,500 - ₹4,600 and takes 27h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sarnath to Dharamsala?

The fastest way to get from Sarnath to Dharamsala is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹23,000.

Is there a direct bus between Sarnath and Dharamsala?

No, there is no direct bus from Sarnath to Dharamsala. However, there are services departing from Varanasi and arriving at Dharamshala via Chandigarh. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 20m.

How far is it from Sarnath to Dharamsala?

The distance between Sarnath and Dharamsala is 1026 km. The road distance is 1201.8 km.

How do I travel from Sarnath to Dharamsala without a car?

The best way to get from Sarnath to Dharamsala without a car is to train and bus which takes 22h 42m and costs ₹1,200 - ₹6,000.

How long does it take to get from Sarnath to Dharamsala?

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Sarnath to Dharamsala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sarnath to Dharamsala bus from?

Sarnath to Dharamsala bus services, operated by Zingbus, depart from Varanasi station.

Bus or fly from Sarnath to Dharamsala?

The best way to get from Sarnath to Dharamsala is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs ₹10,000 - ₹23,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ₹1,700 - ₹5,500 and takes 25h 20m.

Where does the Sarnath to Dharamsala bus arrive?

Sarnath to Dharamsala bus services, operated by Zingbus, arrive at Chandigarh station.

Can I drive from Sarnath to Dharamsala?

Yes, the driving distance between Sarnath to Dharamsala is 1202 km. It takes approximately 15h 5m to drive from Sarnath to Dharamsala.

Where can I stay near Dharamsala?

There are 431+ hotels available in Dharamsala.

Sarnath to Dharamsala - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 7 ways to get from Sarnath to Dharamsala by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly from Varanasi Airport
best
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Kangra Airport (DHM)plane VNS - DHM
5h 47m
₹10,764–22,986
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Chandigarhtrain
2. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Dehrabus
3. Take the bus from Dehra to McLeod Ganjbus
22h 42m
₹1,290–5,679
Bus
1. Take the bus from Varanasi to Chandigarhbus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Seater /Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Dharamshalabus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Semi Sleeper / ...
25h 20m
₹1,695–5,290
Drive 1,201.8 km
1. Drive from Sarnath to Dharamsalacar 1,201.8 km
15h 5m
₹13,452–19,430
Train to Allahabad, fly
1. Take the train from Sarnath to Prayagraj Rambagtrain
2. Fly from Allahabad (IXD) to Kangra Airport (DHM)plane IXD - DHM
22h 5m
₹10,735–31,965
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Amb Andauratrain 12325
2. Take the taxi from Amb Andaura to Dharamsalataxi
23h 47m
₹3,110–7,749
Bus via Ghāziābād
1. Take the bus from Varanasi to Ghaziabadbus Varanasi - Ghaziabad
2. Take the bus from Ghaziabad to McLeodganj - Main Squarebus redbusIndia_Volvo 9600 A/C Semi Sleeper
27h 59m
₹1,510–4,549

Sarnath to Dharamsala by train, foot, and bus

2Weekly Services

22h 42mAverage Duration

₹1,290Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,025.8 km
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Sarnath, India and Dharamsala, India?

IndiGo Airlines and Air India Limited fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Kangra Airport (DHM) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Sarnath to Dharamshala via Varanasi and Chandigarh in around 25h 20m.

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