Palampur to Anantnag
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Palampur, Himachal Pradesh to Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir.
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: Palampur to Anantnag
289 km · ~6h 7m · About 6h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Palampur
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near BhadarwahAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
139 km · 2h 47m drive from previous stop
Arrive in AnantnagAnantnag, Jammu and Kashmir
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: Palampur to Anantnag
289 km · ~6h 25m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Palampur
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Palampur. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Palampur → Anantnag
AC Seater / Volvo · ~289 km
~6h 25m|Tentative fare ₹320–₹860
Usual tea / meal halts: Bhadarwah (~170 km)
- Arrive in Anantnag
Anantnag, Jammu and Kashmir
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Palampur to Anantnag
Nearest railway stations: Palampur Himachal for Palampur, Udhampur (about 90 km away) for Anantnag.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 18h 5m in total
Change trains at Pathankot — about 7h 17m wait
1 change · 19h 45m in total
Change trains at Pathankot — about 8h 37m wait
1 change · 21h 30m in total
Change trains at Pathankot — about 10h 47m 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
Palampur to Anantnag: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Palampur to Anantnag is about 289 km by road, roughly 5.8 hours of travel time. The road passes near Chamba.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 289 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹3,280 · Sedan ₹3,860 · SUV ₹5,060 · Innova / MUV ₹5,690 · Tempo Traveller ₹6,660
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹320 · AC Seater ₹520 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹460 · AC Sleeper ₹660 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹860
- Train: Sleeper ₹200 · Economy ₹320 · Third AC ₹430 · Second AC ₹610 · First AC ₹840
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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