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

The cheapest way to get from Varanasi to Dharamsala is to train and bus which costs ₹1,100 - ₹4,800 and takes 21h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varanasi to Dharamsala is to fly which takes 5h 44m and costs ₹11,000 - ₹30,000.

Is there a direct bus between Varanasi and Dharamsala?

No, there is no direct bus from Varanasi to Dharamsala. However, there are services departing from Varanasi and arriving at Dharamshala via Chandigarh. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 35m.

How far is it from Varanasi to Dharamsala?

The distance between Varanasi and Dharamsala is 1026 km. The road distance is 1195.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Varanasi to Dharamsala without a car is to train and bus which takes 21h 11m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹4,800.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Varanasi to Dharamsala, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varanasi to Dharamsala bus from?

Varanasi to Dharamsala bus services, operated by Indo Canadian Express, depart from Varanasi station.

Bus or fly from Varanasi to Dharamsala?

The best way to get from Varanasi to Dharamsala is to fly which takes 5h 44m and costs ₹11,000 - ₹30,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 24h 35m.

Where does the Varanasi to Dharamsala bus arrive?

Varanasi to Dharamsala bus services, operated by Indo Canadian Express, arrive at Chandigarh station.

Can I drive from Varanasi to Dharamsala?

Yes, the driving distance between Varanasi to Dharamsala is 1196 km. It takes approximately 15h to drive from Varanasi to Dharamsala.

How do I get a bus ticket from Varanasi to Dharamsala?

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Where can I stay near Dharamsala?

There are 444+ hotels available in Dharamsala.

Varanasi to Dharamsala - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Varanasi to Dharamsala by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Kangra Airport (DHM)plane VNS - DHM
5h 44m
₹11,774–29,997
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
21h 11m
₹1,184–4,740
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_Volvo A/C Semi Sleeper / ...
24h 35m
Drive 1,195.8 km
1. Drive from Varanasi to Dharamsalacar 1,195.8 km
15h
₹11,598–16,752
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Varanasi Jn to Amb Andauratrain 12325
2. Take the taxi from Amb Andaura to Dharamsalataxi
22h 16m
₹3,008–6,811
Bus via Dehradun
1. Take the bus from Varanasi to Dehradunbus redbusIndia_A/C Seater/Sleeper
2. Take the bus from Dehradun to McLeodganj - Main Squarebus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Semi Sleeper / ...
30h 35m

Varanasi to Dharamsala by train, foot, and bus

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21h 11mAverage Duration

₹1,184Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,026.4 km
Duration: 5h 44m

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

IndiGo Airlines, Air India Limited, and Spicejet fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Kangra Airport (DHM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Varanasi to Dharamshala via Chandigarh in around 24h 35m.

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