Palampur to Jammu
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Palampur, Himachal Pradesh to Jammu, 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 Jammu
222 km · ~4h 46m · About 4h 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 KathuaAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
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 Jammu
222 km · ~4h 56m · 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 → Jammu
AC Seater / Volvo · ~222 km
~4h 56m|Tentative fare ₹240–₹670
- Arrive in Jammu
Jammu, 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 Jammu
Nearest railway stations: Palampur Himachal for Palampur, Jammu Tawi for Jammu.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 12h 40m in total
Change trains at Pathankot — about 3h 45m wait
1 change · 14h 20m in total
Change trains at Pathankot — about 5h 5m wait
1 change · 16h 5m in total
Change trains at Pathankot — about 7h 15m 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 Jammu: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Palampur to Jammu is about 222 km by road, roughly 4.4 hours of travel time. The road passes near Chamba.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 222 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹2,540 · Sedan ₹2,990 · SUV ₹3,920 · Innova / MUV ₹4,420 · Tempo Traveller ₹5,180
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹240 · AC Seater ₹400 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹360 · AC Sleeper ₹510 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹670
- Train: Sleeper ₹160 · Economy ₹250 · Third AC ₹340 · Second AC ₹470 · First AC ₹650
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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