Mohali to Joshimath
Distance, road route, travel options and tentative fare estimates by car, bus and train from Mohali, Punjab to Joshimath, Uttarakhand.
Approx Distance: 355 km
Approx Duration: 7.9 hrs
Route overview
Mohali to Joshimath is about 355 km by road, roughly 7.9 hours of travel time.
By car: Mohali to Joshimath
About 7h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Mohali. An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
- 150 km (about 3h of driving) — Rest & refuel near Auli. About 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
- 150 km (about 3h of driving) — Rest & refuel near Guptkashi. About 300 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
- 55 km (about 1h 6m of driving) — Arrive in Joshimath
By bus: Mohali to Joshimath
Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Mohali. Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Mohali. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Mohali → Joshimath. AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~355 km Takes about 7h 53m. Tentative fare ₹390–₹1,040. Usual tea/meal halts: Mussoorie (~170 km).
- Arrive in Joshimath
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 355 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹4,010 · Sedan ₹4,720 · SUV ₹6,190 · Innova / MUV ₹6,950 · Tempo Traveller ₹8,110
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹390 · AC Seater ₹640 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹570 · AC Sleeper ₹820 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,040
- Train: Sleeper ₹240 · Economy ₹390 · Third AC ₹530 · Second AC ₹740 · First AC ₹1,020
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
Other routes
More routes from Mohali
More routes to Joshimath
Related Tour Packages