Taxi Service in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh
Old temple town at about 760 m on the Beas, on the Chandigarh–Manali highway, and the gateway to Rewalsar and Prashar lakes.
Taxi in Mandi: quick answers
- Taxi fare
- From ₹3,250 one way, all-inclusive (Mandi to Jibhi)
- Altitude
- About 756 m
- From Chandigarh
- About 195 km · 4.5–5.5 hours
- Best time
- Oct–Apr; Shivratri fair in Feb–Mar
- Routes we run
- 3 taxi and transfer routes to and from Mandi
About Mandi for road travellers
Mandi is an old princely town at about 760 m where the Suketi meets the Beas, on the Chandigarh–Manali highway about 195 km from Chandigarh. Its stone temples, among them Bhutnath, Panchvaktra and Tarna Devi, have earned it the name 'Varanasi of the hills', and every February or March the International Shivratri fair brings deities from across the district into town. Rewalsar lake, sacred to Hindus, Buddhists and Sikhs, is about 25 km away, and Prashar lake, at roughly 2,730 m, about 45–50 km. IIT Mandi's campus is at Kamand, north of town.
Researched by the trip desk · facts checked 19 October 2026
Best time
Oct–Apr; Shivratri fair in Feb–Mar
Monsoon
Jul–Aug: heavy rain and slides on the Mandi–Kullu gorge.
When to go to Mandi
| J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January: Fine, check weather | February: Fine, check weather | 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: Fine, check weather |
- Best time
- Snow likely, roads can close
- Monsoon, landslide risk
- Fine, check weather
Places to visit around Mandi, with distances
| Place | From Mandi | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Bhutnath temple | Town centre | Focus of the Shivratri fair. |
| Panchvaktra temple | About 1 km from Bhutnath | Five-faced Shiva image at the river confluence. |
| Rewalsar lake | About 25 km | Sacred to Hindus, Buddhists and Sikhs, with monasteries and a gurudwara. |
| Prashar lake | About 45–50 km | Pagoda-style temple beside a lake at about 2,730 m; the road can close in snow. |
Getting around Mandi by taxi
- Book hotels early for the Shivratri fair week; the centre is crowded and some streets close.
- Use Mandi as a halfway stop on the Chandigarh–Manali drive.
- Visit Prashar in a car with good clearance, and not after fresh snow.
Where to stay if you're arriving by car
Mandi town
Hotels near the bazaar and the highway.
Rewalsar
Simple guesthouses and monastery stays by the lake.
Prashar
Very basic options near the lake; most visitors make it a day trip.
Taxis to Mandi
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Taxi in Mandi: frequently asked questions
How much does a taxi in Mandi cost?+
Taxi fares for Mandi start from ₹3,250 (Mandi to Jibhi, sedan, one way, all-inclusive). Popular routes: Chandigarh to Mandi from ₹5,750. Prices include fuel, driver, tolls and Himachal entry tax; your exact fare is confirmed in writing on WhatsApp.
How far is Mandi from Chandigarh?+
Chandigarh to Mandi is about 195 km, 4.5–5.5 hours by taxi (approximate; times vary with season and traffic).
What is the best time to visit Mandi?+
Oct–Apr; Shivratri fair in Feb–Mar. Monsoon: Jul–Aug: heavy rain and slides on the Mandi–Kullu gorge.
How high is Mandi?+
About 756 m above sea level.
Which taxi should I book for Mandi?+
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.