Overview
Chandigarh to Kullu is about 250–270 km and 6–7.5 hours on the Kiratpur–Manali highway, ending about 40 km short of Manali in the valley's main town. People choose Kullu over Manali for a reason: the Dussehra festival every October, river rafting on the Beas, quieter riverside stays, or a base for the Parvati valley, which branches off at Bhuntar. Tell us which, and we'll plan the drop accordingly. During Dussehra week the town is packed, so we build in extra time for the final few kilometres.
Usual route: Kiratpur–Manali highway via Bilaspur, Mandi and the Aut tunnel, then Bhuntar
Included
- Fuel and driver allowance
- Tolls and state entry taxes
- Pickup anywhere in Chandigarh
- Short refreshment stops
Not included
- ×Parking at sightseeing stops
- ×Detours beyond the agreed route (quoted upfront)
- ×Night allowance on trips that need one (quoted upfront)
The climb from Chandigarh to Kullu
How high you go, and the stops along the way. Useful if anyone in your group gets motion sick or feels the altitude.
Start
321 m
Chandigarh
Total climb
+958 m
over ~255 km
Finish
1,279 m
Kullu
- Chandigarh
- Bilaspur (Gobind Sagar)
- Mandi
- Aut and Larji
- Kullu
Illustrative profile. Start, finish altitudes are approximate; stops are shown in order, not to scale.
Chandigarh to Kullu taxi fare and cab rates
Starting prices for a one-way trip (~255 km), per vehicle, with fuel, driver, tolls and HP entry tax included. Your exact price is confirmed in writing on WhatsApp before you book; it can vary with dates, vehicle model and extra stops. All Himachal taxi fares
₹5,850
starting · one way
₹7,400
starting · one way
₹8,150
starting · one way
₹13,250
starting · one way
Your quote
Chandigarh → Kullu
Sedan · one way · ~255 km
- FuelIncluded
- Driver & driver allowanceIncluded
- Highway tollsIncluded
- Himachal state entry taxIncluded
- Pickup anywhere in ChandigarhIncluded
Total you pay
starting price
₹5,850
Only ever extra: parking at sightseeing stops you choose (paid at cost), and detours you add on the day (quoted before you go).
Driving tips for this route
- 1Dussehra week in October brings heavy traffic into Kullu town; arrive early or stay outside the centre.
- 2Heading to Kasol or Manikaran next? The Parvati valley road turns off at Bhuntar, about 10 km before Kullu.
- 3Phone signal drops in the long tunnels after Mandi; send your ETA to your hotel before you set off.
Worthwhile stops on the way
Chandigarh
Pickup
Bilaspur (Gobind Sagar)
Lake views about a third of the way.
Mandi
Old temple town on the Beas; a good lunch stop.
Aut and Larji
Where the highway enters the narrow Beas gorge, with tunnels and river views.
Kullu
Drop at your hotel
Weather & road conditions
When to go to Kullu
| 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
Pickup options
- • Chandigarh, Mohali, Panchkula and Zirakpur addresses
- • Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
- • Chandigarh railway station
Other ways to travel
Volvo buses run overnight from Chandigarh to Kullu; Kullu (Bhuntar) airport has limited, weather-sensitive flights.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Chandigarh to Kullu cab cost?+
Starting one-way fares are Sedan ₹5,850, SUV ₹7,400, Toyota Innova Crysta ₹8,150, Tempo Traveller ₹13,250, all-inclusive with fuel, driver, tolls and Himachal entry tax. Your exact taxi price is confirmed in writing on WhatsApp before you book.
How far is Kullu from Chandigarh?+
About 250–270 km, usually 6–7.5 hours (approximate; verification pending).
Should we stay in Kullu or Manali?+
Kullu suits Dussehra, rafting and Parvati valley trips; Manali suits Solang, the Atal Tunnel and snow. We can drop you at either.
Can the same car take us to Kasol afterwards?+
Yes. Kasol is about 40 km from Kullu via Bhuntar; book it as a second stop or a separate transfer.
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