Dharamshala to Kangra
The distance from Dharamshala to Kangra is about 19 km by road, roughly 1 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 Dharamshala to Kangra is about 19 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated).
Route Map
By Car: Dharamshala to Kangra
19 km · ~23m · About 0h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Dharamshala
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
19 km · 23m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KangraKangra, 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: Dharamshala to Kangra
19 km · ~25m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Dharamshala
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Dharamshala. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Dharamshala → Kangra
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~19 km
~25m|Tentative fare ₹20–₹100
- Arrive in Kangra
Kangra, 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: Dharamshala to Kangra
Nearest railway stations: Nagrota for Dharamshala, Kangra for Kangra.
Direct trains
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.
Hotels in Kangra
Treebo hotels in Dharamshala, about 15 km from Kangra. Tell us your dates and we'll get you a rate.
Treebo Ortus Residency
Dharamshala
Things to Do in Kangra
Bajreshwari Devi Temple
Bajreshwari Devi Temple is worth a visit while in Kangra.
Visit Bajreshwari Mata Temple
The Vajreshwari Devi Temple, also known as Brajeshwari Devi Temple, Bajreshwari Mata Temple, or Kangra Devi Temple, is a Hindu temple in Kangra district, Himachal…
Visit Kangra Fort
The Kangra Fort is a historic fort located in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India. The fort is also known as 'Nagarkot' and 'Kot Kangra'.
Visit Siege of Kangra Fort
The siege of Kangra Fort was a military expedition conducted by the forces of Delhi Sultanate led by Firuz Shah Tughlaq against the Raja Rup Chand, the ruler of…
Suggested Kangra Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Kangra
- Travel from Dharamshala to Kangra (about 1 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Kangra Valley
Day 2Explore Kangra
- Visit Bajreshwari Mata Temple
- Visit Kangra Fort
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Siege of Kangra Fort
- Head back to Dharamshala
Budget Estimate
road
19 km
1 hours
Approximately 19 km by road from Dharamshala to Kangra, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
19 km
The nearest railway station to Kangra is Kangra Railway station, about 1 km from the town centre.
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Kangra trip and see the full Dharamshala → Kangra → next stop route.
Kangra → Jogindernagar
About 65 km by road
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 19 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Kangra Airport (DHM), about 8 km away.
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