Kargil to Pahalgam
The distance from Kargil to Pahalgam is about 132 km by road, roughly 2.5 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 Kargil to Pahalgam is about 132 km by road, roughly 2.5 hours (estimated).
Route Map
By Car: Kargil to Pahalgam
132 km · ~2h 38m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Kargil
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
132 km · 2h 38m drive from previous stop
Arrive in PahalgamPahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir
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 Pahalgam
132 km · ~2h 56m · 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 → Pahalgam
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~132 km
~2h 56m|Tentative fare ₹150–₹420
- Arrive in Pahalgam
Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir
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 Pahalgam
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.
Hotels in Pahalgam
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Travel Tips
Budget Estimate
road
132 km
2.5 hours
Approximately 132 km by road from Kargil to Pahalgam, roughly 2.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
132 km
The nearest railway station to Pahalgam is Awantipora railway station, about 23 km from the town centre.
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Pahalgam → Parihaspore
About 70 km by road
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 132 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Srinagar International Airport (SXR), about 38 km away.
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