Manali to Kullu
The distance from Manali to Kullu is about 42 km by road, roughly 1 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 Manali to Kullu is about 42 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated).
Route Map
By Car: Manali to Kullu
42 km · ~50m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Manali
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
42 km · 50m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KulluKullu, 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: Manali to Kullu
42 km · ~56m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Manali
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Manali. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Arrive in Kullu
Kullu, 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: Manali to Kullu
Nearest railway stations: Joginder Nagar (about 47 km away) for Manali, Baijnath Paprola (about 46 km away) for Kullu.
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.
Hotels in Kullu
Treebo hotels in Manali, about 33 km from Kullu. Tell us your dates and we'll get you a rate.
Treebo Premium Sattva With Mountain View
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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 Kullu
Kheer Ganga
Kheer Ganga is worth a visit while in Kullu.
Visit Lug Valley
Lug Valley is a valley in the Kullu District of the Himalayan region in the state of Himachal Pradesh, India. For the last 150 years, the people of the valley have been…
Visit Shri Raghunath Mandir
Shri Raghunath Mandir is a Hindu temple located in Kullu town in Kullu district of Northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. The temple is dedicated to Lord Rama.
Suggested Kullu Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Kullu
- Travel from Manali to Kullu (about 1 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Kullu Valley
Day 2Last sights and departure
- Visit Lug Valley
- Head back to Manali
Budget Estimate
road
42 km
1 hours
Approximately 42 km by road from Manali to Kullu, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
42 km
The nearest railway station to Kullu is Joginder Nagar railway station, about 31 km from the town centre.
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Frequently Asked Questions
About 42 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Kullu Manali Airport (KUU), about 9 km away.
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