Chandigarh to Kullu
The distance from Chandigarh to Kullu is about 174 km by road, roughly 3.5 hours (estimated).
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Overview
The distance from Chandigarh to Kullu is about 174 km by road, roughly 3.5 hours (estimated).
Route Map
By Car: Chandigarh to Kullu
174 km · ~3h 29m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Chandigarh
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
174 km · 3h 29m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KulluKullu, Himachal Pradesh
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Chandigarh to Kullu
174 km · ~3h 52m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Chandigarh
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Chandigarh. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Chandigarh → Kullu
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~174 km
~3h 52m|Tentative fare ₹190–₹540
- Arrive in Kullu
Kullu, Himachal Pradesh
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Chandigarh to Kullu
Nearest railway stations: Chandigarh for Chandigarh, Baijnath Paprola (about 46 km away) for Kullu.
No direct train found — best options with a change
2 changes · 27h 30m in total
Change trains at Amritsar Jn — about 10h wait
Change trains at Pathankot — about 4h 10m wait
2 changes · 27h 30m in total
Change trains at Amritsar Jn — about 5h 25m wait
Change trains at Pathankot — about 8h 15m wait
2 changes · 27h 30m in total
Change trains at Amritsar Jn — about 7h wait
Change trains at Pathankot — about 6h 15m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Chandigarh to Kullu. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
Hotels in Kullu
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Things to Do in Kullu
Kheer Ganga
Kheer Ganga is worth a visit while in Kullu.
Visit Lug Valley
Lug Valley is a valley in the Kullu District of the Himalayan region in the state of Himachal Pradesh, India. For the last 150 years, the people of the valley have been…
Visit Shri Raghunath Mandir
Shri Raghunath Mandir is a Hindu temple located in Kullu town in Kullu district of Northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. The temple is dedicated to Lord Rama.
Suggested Kullu Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Kullu
- Travel from Chandigarh to Kullu (about 3.5 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Kullu Valley
Day 2Last sights and departure
- Visit Lug Valley
- Head back to Chandigarh
Budget Estimate
road
174 km
3.5 hours
Approximately 174 km by road from Chandigarh to Kullu, roughly 3.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
174 km
The nearest railway station to Kullu is Joginder Nagar railway station, about 31 km from the town centre.
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Kullu trip and see the full Chandigarh → Kullu → next stop route.
Kullu → Jogindernagar
About 40 km by road
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 174 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Kullu Manali Airport (KUU), about 9 km away.
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