Palampur to Dalhousie
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Palampur, Himachal Pradesh to Dalhousie, Himachal Pradesh.
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.
Route Map
By Car: Palampur to Dalhousie
88 km · ~1h 46m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Palampur
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
88 km · 1h 46m drive from previous stop
Arrive in DalhousieDalhousie, 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: Palampur to Dalhousie
88 km · ~1h 57m · 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 → Dalhousie
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~88 km
~1h 57m|Tentative fare ₹100–₹300
- Arrive in Dalhousie
Dalhousie, 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: Palampur to Dalhousie
Nearest railway stations: Palampur Himachal for Palampur, Bharoli Junction (about 50 km away) for Dalhousie.
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.
Palampur to Dalhousie: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Palampur to Dalhousie is about 88 km by road, roughly 1.8 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 88 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹5,855 · Ertiga ₹7,430 · Innova ₹7,745 · Innova Crysta ₹9,570 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹13,100
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹100 · AC Seater ₹160 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹140 · AC Sleeper ₹200 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹300
- Train: Sleeper ₹80 · Economy ₹120 · Third AC ₹150 · Second AC ₹210 · First AC ₹280
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
Want the full Dalhousie guide?
Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Dalhousie.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Palampur to Dalhousie. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Dharamsala30 km from Palampur
Hotels in Dalhousie
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Things to Do in Dalhousie
Ahla Water Tank
The main water tank in the area, holding 100,000 gallons.
Chamba
It is a major district town a little distance away from Dalhousie and is the seat of the former princely State of Chamba. It has a number of attractions including a…
Church
It is next to the post office and police post in G.P.O.
Dainkund Walk
A gentle, sloping walk near an Air Force base in Dalhousie, leading to a Hindu temple.
Ganji Pahadi Walk
It is called Ganji Pahadi (ganji means bald, pahadi means hill) because there are no trees on the summit of the hill and it looks like it's got a bald patch at the top.…
Kala Tope Rest House
It's on the way to Khajjiar at the toll barrier for Kala Tope, a road to the left of the barrier leads to the government rest house, a nice quiet spot and a great place…
Suggested Dalhousie Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Dalhousie
- Travel from Palampur to Dalhousie (about 1.8 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Khajjiar
Day 2Explore Dalhousie
- Visit Chamba
- Visit Kalatop Khajjiar Sanctuary
- Visit Chamera Dam
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Bhalei Mata Temple
- Head back to Palampur
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