Solan to Bhowali
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Solan, Himachal Pradesh to Bhowali, Uttarakhand.
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: Solan to Bhowali
375 km · ~8h 10m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Solan
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near DehradunAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near ChoptaAbout 300 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: Solan to Bhowali
375 km · ~8h 20m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Solan
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Solan. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Solan → Bhowali
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~375 km
~8h 20m|Tentative fare ₹410–₹1,100
Usual tea / meal halts: Rishikesh (~170 km)
- Arrive in Bhowali
Bhowali, Uttarakhand
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Solan to Bhowali
Nearest railway stations: Kalka for Solan, Kathgodam for Bhowali.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 16h 50m in total
Change trains at Ambala City — about 6h 13m wait
1 change · 16h 50m in total
Change trains at Ambala City — about 6h 13m wait
1 change · 16h 50m in total
Change trains at Ambala City — about 6h 13m 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
Solan to Bhowali: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Solan to Bhowali is about 375 km by road, roughly 7.5 hours of travel time. The road passes near Dehradun.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 375 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹4,230 · Sedan ₹4,980 · SUV ₹6,530 · Innova / MUV ₹7,330 · Tempo Traveller ₹8,550
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹410 · AC Seater ₹680 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹600 · AC Sleeper ₹860 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,100
- Train: Sleeper ₹260 · Economy ₹410 · Third AC ₹560 · Second AC ₹780 · First AC ₹1,080
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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