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Manali to Leh

The distance from Manali to Leh is about 269 km by road, roughly 5.5 hours (estimated).

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269 kmDistance

5.5 hrsDuration

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Car / Taxi

Swift Dzire₹11,710

Ertiga₹14,860

Innova₹15,490

Innova Crysta₹19,140

Tempo Traveller (12)₹26,200

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus

Non-AC Seater₹300

AC Seater₹480

Non-AC Sleeper₹430

AC Sleeper₹620

Volvo / Multi-Axle₹800

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Train

Sleeper₹190

Economy₹300

Third AC₹410

Second AC₹570

First AC₹780

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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 Leh is about 269 km by road, roughly 5.5 hours (estimated).

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By Car: Manali to Leh

269 km · ~5h 43m · About 5h of driving, plus stops.

Start from Manali
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150
Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
119 km · 2h 23m drive from previous stop
Arrive in Leh
Leh, Ladakh

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 Leh

269 km · ~5h 59m · 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.
Manali → Leh
AC Seater / Volvo · ~269 km
~5h 59m|Tentative fare ₹300–₹800
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Arrive in Leh
Leh, Ladakh
Hotels in Leh

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 Leh

There is no direct train between these stations in our timetable data, and no journey with up to two changes was found. Try a nearby city as the start or end, or use a bus/car leg for part of the trip.

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.

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Travel Tips

The local buses get exceptionally crowded, times of departure fluctuate greatly, and there is no ticket office (just board the bus, and pay to the conductor).

Except for local transportation within range of Leh, it is expected that you book your ticket at least one day in advance, even for Nubra Valley.