Distances and travel times
Times are for a private car in normal traffic. The Parvati valley road is narrow and can be slow at weekends or after rain.
| From | Road distance | Typical time by car |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi | About 520 km | 11–13 hours |
| Chandigarh | About 290 km | 7–9 hours |
| Manali | About 75 km | 2.5–3 hours |
| Kullu | About 40 km | About 1.5 hours |
| Bhuntar (airport) | About 31 km | 1–1.5 hours |
| Shimla | About 220 km | 7–9 hours |
By road
From Delhi and Chandigarh, the route follows the Manali highway via Bilaspur, Mandi and Aut to Bhuntar, then turns off into the Parvati valley through Jari to Kasol. A private taxi is the most comfortable option and lets you stop at Manikaran or carry on to Tosh. Our Delhi to Kasol and Chandigarh to Kasol pages show fares by vehicle, and we also run Manali–Kasol and Kullu–Kasol transfers.
By bus
Overnight Volvo buses run from Delhi to Bhuntar or Kullu, and some go direct to Kasol, especially in season. From Bhuntar, local HRTC buses and shared taxis run up the Parvati valley to Kasol and Manikaran throughout the day. Buses are the cheapest option and HRTC tickets can be booked online.
By train
There's no railway to Kasol. The most practical railhead is Chandigarh, about 290 km away, with fast trains from Delhi; the closest broad-gauge stations, such as Kiratpur Sahib and Una, are still several hours' drive. From any of them, continue by taxi or bus.
By air
The nearest airport is Kullu–Manali airport at Bhuntar, about 31 km from Kasol, with a few weather-dependent flights from Delhi. Chandigarh airport has many more flights, and the drive from there takes 7 to 9 hours. We meet flights at Bhuntar and Delhi; see our Kullu airport to Kasol transfer.
Which way is best?
- Families and groups: a private taxi from Delhi or Chandigarh.
- Short on time: fly to Bhuntar when flights run, then a short transfer.
- Budget travellers: an overnight Volvo to Bhuntar and a local bus.
- Combining with Manali: drive Manali–Kasol in under three hours.
Getting around the Parvati valley
Once you're in Kasol, local buses and shared taxis run along the valley road to Manikaran, Barshaini and back to Bhuntar several times a day, but they get crowded and stop early in the evening. A private taxi is more flexible for day trips to Tosh, the Kheerganga trailhead at Barshaini, or back to Kullu and Naggar. Parking in Kasol itself is limited at weekends, so drivers usually drop you near your guesthouse and wait outside the village.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a railway station in Kasol?+
No. Chandigarh is the most practical railhead, about 290 km away.
Which is the nearest airport to Kasol?+
Bhuntar (Kullu–Manali airport), about 31 km away.
How far is Kasol from Delhi?+
About 520 km by road, 11 to 13 hours by car.
How do I get from Manali to Kasol?+
By road via Kullu and Bhuntar, about 75 km and 2.5 to 3 hours.
Is there a direct bus to Kasol?+
Some overnight buses from Delhi go to Kasol; others stop at Bhuntar, with local buses onward.
Is the road to Kasol safe?+
It's narrow and winding but generally fine. Take care in the monsoon, when landslides are common.
