Kullu to Karnal
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Kullu, Himachal Pradesh 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: Kullu to Karnal
329 km · ~6h 55m · About 7h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Kullu
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near KasauliAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
179 km · 3h 35m 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: Kullu to Karnal
329 km · ~7h 19m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Kullu
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Kullu. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Kullu → Karnal
AC Seater / Volvo · ~329 km
~7h 19m|Tentative fare ₹360–₹970
Usual tea / meal halts: Morni (~170 km)
- 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: Kullu to Karnal
Nearest railway stations: Baijnath Paprola (about 46 km away) for Kullu, Karnal for Karnal.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 18h 55m in total
Change trains at Pathankot — about 2h 25m wait
1 change · 18h 55m in total
Change trains at Pathankot — about 2h 25m wait
1 change · 20h 11m in total
Change trains at Pathankot — about 4h 45m 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.
Kullu to Karnal: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Kullu to Karnal is about 329 km by road, roughly 6.6 hours of travel time. The road passes near Shimla and Ambala.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 329 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹11,470 · Ertiga ₹14,579 · Innova ₹15,202 · Innova Crysta ₹18,761 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹25,772
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹360 · AC Seater ₹590 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹530 · AC Sleeper ₹760 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹970
- Train: Sleeper ₹230 · Economy ₹360 · Third AC ₹490 · Second AC ₹690 · First AC ₹950
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 Kullu to Karnal. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
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 Kullu to Karnal (about 6.6 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Cantonment Church Tower
Day 2Last sights and departure
- Visit Immaculate Heart Church
- Head back to Kullu
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Karnal trip and see the full Kullu → Karnal → next stop route.
Karnal → Muzaffarnagar
About 95 km by road
Karnal → Kalesar National Park
About 120 km by road
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