Kargil to Karnal
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Kargil, Ladakh to Karnal, Haryana.
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.
Route Map
By Car: Kargil to Karnal
711 km · ~15h 33m · About 14h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Kargil
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
56 km · 1h 7m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 356Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 506Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 656Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
56 km · 1h 7m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KarnalKarnal, Haryana
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: Kargil to Karnal
711 km · ~15h 48m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Kargil
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Kargil. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Kargil → Karnal
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~711 km
~15h 48m|Tentative fare ₹780–₹2,040
- Arrive in Karnal
Karnal, Haryana
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Kargil to Karnal
There is no direct train between these stations in our timetable data, and no journey with up to two changes was found. Try a nearby city as the start or end, or use a bus/car leg for part of the trip.
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.
Kargil to Karnal: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Kargil to Karnal is about 711 km by road, roughly 14.2 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 711 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹24,645 · Ertiga ₹31,364 · Innova ₹32,707 · Innova Crysta ₹40,326 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹55,552
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹780 · AC Seater ₹1,280 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,140 · AC Sleeper ₹1,640 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,040
- Train: Sleeper ₹460 · Economy ₹740 · Third AC ₹1,030 · Second AC ₹1,450 · First AC ₹2,020
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
Want the full Karnal guide?
Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Karnal.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Kargil to Karnal. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Bharmour310 km from Kargil
Himachal Pradesh
- Jogindernagar380 km from Kargil
Himachal Pradesh
- Bilaspur470 km from Kargil
Himachal Pradesh
- Solan540 km from Kargil
Himachal Pradesh
- Zirakpur570 km from Kargil
Punjab
Hotels in Karnal
Comfortable 3-star stays in Karnal. Tell us your dates and we'll get you a rate.
3 Star Hotel
Karnal
Things to Do in Karnal
Fun Cinemas
Fun Cinemas is worth a visit while in Karnal.
Movietime Cinemas
Movietime Cinemas is worth a visit while in Karnal.
Atal Park
Well maintained park with gardens and fountains. Travelers and local populace enjoy this park for picnics and leisurely strolls.
Cantonment Church Tower
The Cantonment Church Tower is a church tower in Karnal city of Haryana, India. It stands near National Highway 1 of India.
Dargah Nuri
There is a Dargah Nuri at village Newal on Karnal-Kunjpura road. This Dargah was built in memory of Hazrat Sufi Shah Alama Nur Mohd of Delhi, and is managed by Managing…
Kalander Shah's Tomb
A shrine of famous Sufi saint Baba Bu Ali Shah kalander. An enclosure with mosque and a reservoir with fountains.
Suggested Karnal Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Karnal
- Travel from Kargil to Karnal (about 14.2 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Cantonment Church Tower
Day 2Last sights and departure
- Visit Immaculate Heart Church
- Head back to Kargil
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Karnal trip and see the full Kargil → Karnal → next stop route.
Karnal → Muzaffarnagar
About 95 km by road
Karnal → Kalesar National Park
About 120 km by road
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