Taxi Service in Manali, Himachal Pradesh

The Kullu valley's best-known resort town and the gateway to Solang, the Atal Tunnel and Lahaul.

Taxi in Manali: quick answers

Taxi fare: From ₹1,850 one way, all-inclusive (Manali to Kullu)
Altitude: About 2,050 m
From Delhi: About 540 km · 12–14 hours
From Chandigarh: About 305 km · 7–9 hours
Best time: Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov
Routes we run: 27 taxi and transfer routes to and from Manali

About Manali for road travellers

Manali sits at about 2,050 m at the head of the Kullu valley, and for many travellers it's the end of a long drive up the Beas gorge. Once here, most trips revolve around the road north: Solang valley about 14 km away, the Atal Tunnel's south portal at roughly 25 km, and Rohtang Pass at around 51 km for those with a permit. Old Manali and Vashisht have the cafés and narrow lanes; the Mall Road area has the traffic. Plan a separate day for the high road rather than adding it to an arrival day.

Researched by the trip desk · facts checked 19 October 2026

Best time

Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov

Winter

Snow Dec–Feb; travel beyond Manali to Solang and the Atal Tunnel depends on daily road status.

Monsoon

Jul–Aug: the Kiratpur–Manali highway has seen severe flood and landslide damage in past monsoons; check status before travel.

When to go to Manali

J	F	M	A	M	J	J	A	S	O	N	D
January: Snow likely, roads can close	February: Snow likely, roads can close	March: Best time	April: Best time	May: Best time	June: Best time	July: Monsoon, landslide risk	August: Monsoon, landslide risk	September: Best time	October: Best time	November: Best time	December: Snow likely, roads can close

Best time
Snow likely, roads can close
Monsoon, landslide risk
Fine, check weather

Places to visit around Manali, with distances

Place	From Manali	Good to know
Hadimba Temple and Old Manali	In town	Cedar-forest temple and the café lanes above the Manalsu stream.
Vashisht	A short drive across the Beas	Village with hot-spring baths and a temple.
Solang Valley	About 14 km	Snow activities in season and the start of the climb to the tunnel.
Atal Tunnel (south portal)	About 25 km	Under Rohtang to Sissu in Lahaul; no Rohtang permit needed.
Rohtang Pass	About 51 km	At around 3,979 m; needs a limited daily vehicle permit and is closed in winter.

Getting around Manali by taxi

Book Solang and the Atal Tunnel as their own day, starting early before traffic builds.
Rohtang permits are issued per vehicle with a daily quota; we confirm the trip only once a permit is issued.
Old Manali's lanes are narrow: larger vehicles stop at the bottom of the village.

Where to stay if you're arriving by car

Old Manali
Character and cafés; narrow lanes, so expect a short walk from the car.
Mall Road area
Most convenient for road access and the bus stand, but busiest.
Vashisht and the left-bank villages
Quieter, with views; easy road access for most stays.

Taxis to Manali

Private taxi

Amritsar to Manali Taxi

~400 km9–10.5hOne way / return

Starting from

₹9,200

Details

Private taxi

Chandigarh to Manali Taxi

~305 km7–9hOne way / return

Starting from

₹7,000

Details

Private taxi

Dalhousie to Manali Taxi

~350 km9.5–11hOne way / return

Starting from

₹8,050

Details

Private taxi

Delhi to Manali Taxi

~540 km12–14hOne way / return

Starting from

₹12,400

Details

Private taxi

Dharamshala to Manali Taxi

~235 km6–7.5hOne way / return

Starting from

₹5,750

Details

Private taxi

Kasol to Manali Taxi

~75 km2.5–3hOne way / return

Starting from

₹3,450

Details

Private taxi

Mandi to Manali Taxi

~108 km3–3.5hOne way / return

Starting from

₹4,950

Details

Private taxi

Pathankot to Manali Taxi

~295 km7.5–9hOne way / return

Starting from

₹6,800

Details

Private taxi

Rishikesh to Manali Taxi

~460 km10–12hOne way / return

Starting from

₹10,600

Details

Private taxi

Shimla to Manali Taxi

~245 km7–9hOne way / return

Starting from

₹5,750

Details

Airport transfers to Manali

Airport transfer

Amritsar Airport to Manali Transfer

~400 km9–10.5hFlight tracked

Starting from

₹9,200

Details

Airport transfer

Chandigarh Airport to Manali Transfer

~310 km7–9hFlight tracked

Starting from

₹7,150

Details

Airport transfer

Delhi Airport to Manali Transfer

~540 km12–14hFlight tracked

Starting from

₹12,400

Details

Airport transfer

Kangra Airport to Manali Transfer

~225 km6–7hFlight tracked

Starting from

₹5,750

Details

Airport transfer

Kullu Airport to Manali Transfer

~50 km1.5–2hFlight tracked

Starting from

₹4,000

Details

Taxis from Manali

Private taxi

Manali to Bir Taxi

~175 km5–6hOne way / return

Starting from

₹5,750

Details

Private taxi

Manali to Chandigarh Taxi

~305 km7–9hOne way / return

Starting from

₹7,000

Details

Private taxi

Manali to Delhi Taxi

~535 km12–14hOne way / return

Starting from

₹12,300

Details

Private taxi

Manali to Dharamshala Taxi

~235 km6–7.5hOne way / return

Starting from

₹5,750

Details

Private taxi

Manali to Jibhi Taxi

~102 km3.5–4hOne way / return

Starting from

₹4,700

Details

Private taxi

Manali to Kasol Taxi

~75 km2.5–3hOne way / return

Starting from

₹3,450

Details

Private taxi

Manali to Kullu Taxi

~40 km1–1.5hOne way / return

Starting from

₹1,850

Details

Private taxi

Manali to McLeod Ganj Taxi

~235 km6.5–8hOne way / return

Starting from

₹5,750

Details

Private taxi

Manali to Rohtang Pass Taxi

~51 km2.5–3h each way (traffic and checks)One way / return

Starting from

₹5,750

Details

Private taxi

Manali to Shimla Taxi

~245 km7–9hOne way / return

Starting from

₹5,750

Details

Private taxi

Manali to Sissu (Atal Tunnel) Taxi

~41 km1.5–2hOne way / return

Starting from

₹3,450

Details

Private taxi

Manali to Solang Valley Taxi

~14 km30–45 minutesOne way / return

Starting from

₹2,300

Details

Private tours with a stay in Manali

10 days · 9 nights

Kasauli → Shimla → Manali → Kasol → Dharamshala → Dalhousie

Grand Himachal by Private Car

~1,407 km · starts Delhi, ending in Amritsar

One car & driver for the whole trip

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4 days · 3 nights

Manali

Manali with Solang, Atal Tunnel & Rohtang by Private Car

~262 km · starts Manali

One car & driver for the whole trip

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8 days · 7 nights

Shimla → Manali → Dharamshala → Chandigarh

Shimla, Manali & Dharamshala by Private Car

~1,470 km · starts Delhi

One car & driver for the whole trip

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5 days · 4 nights

Shimla → Manali

Shimla & Manali by Private Car

~855 km · starts Chandigarh

One car & driver for the whole trip

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Guides for Manali

Taxi in Manali: frequently asked questions

How much does a taxi in Manali cost?+

Taxi fares for Manali start from ₹1,850 (Manali to Kullu, sedan, one way, all-inclusive). Popular routes: Delhi to Manali from ₹12,400; Chandigarh to Manali from ₹7,000; Amritsar to Manali from ₹9,200. Prices include fuel, driver, tolls and Himachal entry tax; your exact fare is confirmed in writing on WhatsApp.

How far is Manali from Delhi, Chandigarh and Amritsar?+

Delhi to Manali is about 540 km, 12–14 hours by taxi; Chandigarh to Manali is about 305 km, 7–9 hours by taxi; Amritsar to Manali is about 400 km, 9–10.5 hours by taxi (approximate; times vary with season and traffic).

What is the best time to visit Manali?+

Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov. Winter: Snow Dec–Feb; travel beyond Manali to Solang and the Atal Tunnel depends on daily road status. Monsoon: Jul–Aug: the Kiratpur–Manali highway has seen severe flood and landslide damage in past monsoons; check status before travel.

How high is Manali?+

About 2,050 m above sea level.

Do you run airport transfers to Manali?+

Yes: Amritsar Airport (about 400 km, 9–10.5 hours); Chandigarh Airport (about 310 km, 7–9 hours); Delhi Airport (about 540 km, 12–14 hours); Kangra Airport (about 225 km, 6–7 hours); Kullu Airport (about 50 km, 1.5–2 hours). Drivers track your flight and meet you at arrivals.

Which taxi should I book for Manali?+

A sedan for 1–3 people with light luggage, an SUV or Innova Crysta for families of 4–6 or winter trips, and a Tempo Traveller for groups of 7–12.

More ways to reach Manali

We can arrange these on request. Message us for a quote.

Dharamshala Airport → Manali
Kullu → Manali

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