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Panchkula to Patiala

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Panchkula, Haryana to Patiala, Punjab.

77 kmDistance
1.5 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,270
Ertiga₹6,687
Innova₹6,971
Innova Crysta₹8,613
Tempo Traveller (12)₹11,790

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹80
AC Seater₹140
Non-AC Sleeper₹120
AC Sleeper₹180
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹270
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Train
Sleeper₹80
Economy₹110
Third AC₹140
Second AC₹180
First AC₹250
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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.

Route Map

By Car: Panchkula to Patiala

77 km · ~1h 32m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Panchkula

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 77 km · 1h 32m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Patiala

    Patiala, Punjab

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: Panchkula to Patiala

77 km · ~1h 43m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Panchkula

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Panchkula. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Panchkula → Patiala

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~77 km

    ~1h 43m|Tentative fare ₹80–₹270

  3. Arrive in Patiala

    Patiala, Punjab

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Panchkula to Patiala

Nearest railway stations: Chandigarh for Panchkula, Patiala for Patiala.

Direct trains

Kalka - Sriganganar Express (Slip)#14887-Slip · Express
10:25 PMChandigarh
2h 18m11 stops
12:43 AM+1dPatiala
KALKA BARMER Express Slip#14887S · Express
10:25 PMChandigarh
2h 18m11 stops
12:43 AM+1dPatiala
Kalka - Barmer Chandigarh Express#14887 · Express
10:25 PMChandigarh
2h 18m11 stops
12:43 AM+1dPatiala

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.

Panchkula to Patiala: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Panchkula to Patiala is about 77 km by road, roughly 1.5 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 77 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹5,270 · Ertiga ₹6,687 · Innova ₹6,971 · Innova Crysta ₹8,613 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹11,790
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹80 · AC Seater ₹140 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹120 · AC Sleeper ₹180 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹270
  • Train: Sleeper ₹80 · Economy ₹110 · Third AC ₹140 · Second AC ₹180 · First AC ₹250

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

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Dhillon's Fun-World

Dhillon's Fun-World is worth a visit while in Patiala.

Bir Gurdialpura Wildlife Sanctuary

A 620-ha reserve protecting home to wild boars, partridges, hares, owlets, jungle cats, and hog deer.

Baradari Gardens

The gardens were designed in 1876 by Kaur Sahib Ranbir Singh, the younger brother of the Maharaja. They surround colonial buildings and a marble statue of Maharaja…

Old Moti Bagh Palace

The Palace, built in the mid-19th century, was the seat of the Patiala royal family. With over 1,000 rooms it's one of the largest royal residences in the world.

Qila Mubarak complex

Qila Mubarak was the official residence of the Maharaja till 1862. The complex comprises 10 courtyards and several historic built structures.

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Suggested Patiala Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Patiala

  • Travel from Panchkula to Patiala (about 1.5 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Bahadurgarh Fort

Day 2Explore Patiala

  • Visit Shri Kali Devi Temple
  • Visit Old Moti Bagh Palace

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Qila Mubarak complex
  • Head back to Panchkula
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