Kullu to Keylong
The distance from Kullu to Keylong is about 86 km by road, roughly 1.5 hours (estimated). In the summer, at least, there are regular buses from Manali and Leh, run by the Himachal
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 Kullu to Keylong is about 86 km by road, roughly 1.5 hours (estimated). In the summer, at least, there are regular buses from Manali and Leh, run by the Himachal Road Transport Corporation and also an express from Delhi, taking around 24 hours (as of August 2007).
Route Map
By Car: Kullu to Keylong
86 km · ~1h 43m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Kullu
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
86 km · 1h 43m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KeylongKeylong, 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: Kullu to Keylong
86 km · ~1h 55m · 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 → Keylong
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~86 km
~1h 55m|Tentative fare ₹90–₹290
- Arrive in Keylong
Keylong, 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: Kullu to Keylong
Nearest railway stations: Baijnath Paprola (about 46 km away) for Kullu, Baijnath Paprola (about 69 km away) for Keylong.
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.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Kullu to Keylong. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Manali40 km from Kullu
Hotels in Keylong
Treebo hotels in Manali, about 39 km from Keylong. Tell us your dates and we'll get you a rate.
Treebo Premium Sattva With Mountain View
Manali
Treebo Premium Silverstone Resort With Mountain Valley View
Manali
Treebo Premium The Takey'S, Mall Road
Manali
Treebo M R Villa
Manali
Things to Do in Keylong
Visit Kardang Monastery
Kardang Monastery or Gompa is a famous Drukpa Lineage monastery, and is the most important monastery in the Lahaul valley, India. The associated village of Kardang was…
Visit Shashur Monastery
Shashur Monastery (locally known as 'Shashur gonpa') is a Tibetan Buddhist monastery of the Drugpa sect in Lahaul valley, Lahaul and Spiti district, Himachal Pradesh,…
Visit Tayul Monastery
Tayul Monastery or Tayul Gompa is a Buddhist monastery in the Bhaga Valley of Lahul and Spiti, Himachal Pradesh, northern India. It is located 6 kilometres from Keylong…
Suggested Keylong Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Keylong
- Travel from Kullu to Keylong (about 1.5 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Kardang Monastery
Day 2Last sights and departure
- Visit Shashur Monastery
- Head back to Kullu
Budget Estimate
road
86 km
1.5 hours
Approximately 86 km by road from Kullu to Keylong, roughly 1.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 86 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Kullu Manali Airport (KUU), about 78 km away.
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