Patiala to Kalka
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Patiala, Punjab to Kalka, Haryana.
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: Patiala to Kalka
98 km · ~1h 58m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Patiala
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
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: Patiala to Kalka
98 km · ~2h 11m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Patiala
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Patiala. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Patiala → Kalka
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~98 km
~2h 11m|Tentative fare ₹110–₹320
- Arrive in Kalka
Kalka, Haryana
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Patiala to Kalka
Nearest railway stations: Patiala Cantt. for Patiala, Kalka for Kalka.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 4h 32m in total
Change trains at Mohri — about 1h 9m wait
1 change · 4h 34m in total
Change trains at Ambala Cant Jn — about 2h 5m wait
1 change · 4h 34m in total
Change trains at Dhulkot — about 1h 46m 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
Patiala to Kalka: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Patiala to Kalka is about 98 km by road, roughly 2 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 98 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹1,180 · Sedan ₹1,370 · SUV ₹1,820 · Innova / MUV ₹2,060 · Tempo Traveller ₹2,460
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹110 · AC Seater ₹180 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹160 · AC Sleeper ₹230 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹320
- Train: Sleeper ₹90 · Economy ₹130 · Third AC ₹170 · Second AC ₹230 · First AC ₹300
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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