Ludhiana to Kangra
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Ludhiana, Punjab to Kangra, 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: Ludhiana to Kangra
180 km · ~3h 36m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Ludhiana
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
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: Ludhiana to Kangra
180 km · ~4h · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Ludhiana
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Ludhiana. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Ludhiana → Kangra
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~180 km
~4h|Tentative fare ₹200–₹550
- Arrive in Kangra
Kangra, 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: Ludhiana to Kangra
Nearest railway stations: Ludhiana Jn for Ludhiana, Kangra for Kangra.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 15h 51m in total
Change trains at Pathankot — about 5h wait
1 change · 15h 56m in total
Change trains at Pathankot — about 7h 50m wait
1 change · 17h 5m in total
Change trains at Pathankot — about 7h 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
Ludhiana to Kangra: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Ludhiana to Kangra is about 180 km by road, roughly 3.6 hours of travel time. The road passes near Hoshiarpur and Una.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 180 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹2,080 · Sedan ₹2,440 · SUV ₹3,210 · Innova / MUV ₹3,620 · Tempo Traveller ₹4,260
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹200 · AC Seater ₹320 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹290 · AC Sleeper ₹410 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹550
- Train: Sleeper ₹140 · Economy ₹210 · Third AC ₹280 · Second AC ₹390 · First AC ₹530
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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