Katra to Solan
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Katra, Jammu and Kashmir to Solan, Himachal Pradesh.
Tentative Fare Estimate
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: Katra to Solan
402 km · ~8h 42m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Katra
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
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.
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: Katra to Solan
402 km · ~8h 56m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Katra
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Katra. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Katra → Solan
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~402 km
~8h 56m|Tentative fare ₹440–₹1,180
- Arrive in Solan
Solan, 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: Katra to Solan
Nearest railway stations: S M V D Katra for Katra, Kalka for Solan.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 10h 45m in total
Change trains at Ambala City — about 41m wait
1 change · 10h 45m in total
Change trains at Ambala City — about 41m wait
1 change · 15h 15m in total
Change trains at Rajpura Jn — about 1h 57m 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.
Transport Options
Katra to Solan: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Katra to Solan is about 402 km by road, roughly 8 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 402 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹4,520 · Sedan ₹5,330 · SUV ₹6,980 · Innova / MUV ₹7,840 · Tempo Traveller ₹9,140
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹440 · AC Seater ₹720 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹640 · AC Sleeper ₹920 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,180
- Train: Sleeper ₹270 · Economy ₹430 · Third AC ₹590 · Second AC ₹830 · First AC ₹1,160
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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