Srinagar to Dharamsala
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir to Dharamsala, Himachal Pradesh.
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: Srinagar to Dharamsala
327 km · ~6h 52m · About 7h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Srinagar
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near PatnitopAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
177 km · 3h 32m drive from previous stop
Arrive in DharamsalaDharamsala, 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: Srinagar to Dharamsala
327 km · ~7h 16m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Srinagar
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Srinagar. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Srinagar → Dharamsala
AC Seater / Volvo · ~327 km
~7h 16m|Tentative fare ₹360–₹970
Usual tea / meal halts: Bhadarwah (~170 km)
- Arrive in Dharamsala
Dharamsala, 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: Srinagar to Dharamsala
There is no direct train between these stations in our timetable data, and no journey with up to two changes was found. Try a nearby city as the start or end, or use a bus/car leg for part of the trip.
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
Srinagar to Dharamsala: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Srinagar to Dharamsala is about 327 km by road, roughly 6.5 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 327 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹3,700 · Sedan ₹4,350 · SUV ₹5,710 · Innova / MUV ₹6,410 · Tempo Traveller ₹7,490
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹360 · AC Seater ₹590 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹520 · AC Sleeper ₹750 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹970
- Train: Sleeper ₹230 · Economy ₹360 · Third AC ₹490 · Second AC ₹680 · First AC ₹950
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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