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Delhi to Manali Taxi & Cab Booking

Researched and checked by the Himachal Cab Expert trip desk · Facts last checked 19 October 2026 · How we check

~540 km12–14 hoursOne way · Round trip · Multi-dayBest: Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov
On the way to Manali, Himachal Pradesh

Distance and drive time are approximate and vary with season and traffic.

Delhi to Manali taxi: quick answers

Distance
About 540 km by road
Drive time
12–14 hours with short stops
Taxi fare
Starting from ₹12,400 one way, all-inclusive
Best vehicle
Sedan for 1–3 · Innova for 4–6 · Tempo Traveller for 7–12
Best time to go
Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov
Usual route
NH44 to Ambala/Kiratpur, then the Kiratpur–Manali highway

Overview

Delhi to Manali is a long day: around 540 km and 12–14 hours. We are upfront about that. Most families are better served by splitting the drive with a night in Chandigarh, Shimla or Mandi, or by taking the overnight bus and booking us for local travel. If you do want it in one go, we start at 5 am, plan two proper meal breaks, and recommend an Innova for comfort.

Usual route: NH44 to Ambala/Kiratpur, then the Kiratpur–Manali highway

Included

  • Fuel and driver allowance
  • Tolls and state entry taxes
  • Pickup anywhere in Delhi
  • 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 Delhi to Manali

How high you go, and the stops along the way. Useful if anyone in your group gets motion sick or feels the altitude.

Start

216 m

Delhi

Total climb

+1,834 m

over ~540 km

Finish

2,050 m

Manali

0 m1,000 m2,000 m
  1. Delhi
  2. Murthal
  3. Kiratpur Sahib
  4. Mandi
  5. Manali

Illustrative profile. Start, finish altitudes are approximate; stops are shown in order, not to scale.

Delhi to Manali taxi fare and cab rates

Starting prices for a one-way trip (~540 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

Sedan

Swift Dzire, Toyota Etios or similar

42

₹12,400

starting · one way

SUV

Maruti Ertiga, Mahindra XUV or similar

63

₹15,650

starting · one way

Toyota Innova Crysta

Toyota Innova Crysta

64

₹17,300

starting · one way

Tempo Traveller (12-seater)

Force Traveller

128

₹28,100

starting · one way

Your quote

Delhi → Manali

Sedan · one way · ~540 km

All-inclusive
  • FuelIncluded
  • Driver & driver allowanceIncluded
  • Highway tollsIncluded
  • Himachal state entry taxIncluded
  • Pickup anywhere in DelhiIncluded

Total you pay

starting price

₹12,400

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

  • 1Driver duty limits: very long single-day trips may require an early start so the driver gets proper rest.
  • 2Splitting via Shimla turns the trip into a two-day Shimla–Manali circuit at little extra cost.

Worthwhile stops on the way

  1. Delhi

    Pickup

  2. Murthal

    Breakfast dhabas.

  3. Kiratpur Sahib

    Gurudwara stop where the highway enters the hills.

  4. Mandi

    A good lunch or overnight halt for a split journey.

  5. Manali

    Drop at your hotel

Weather & road conditions

When to go to Manali

JFMAMJJASOND
January: Snow likely, roads can closeFebruary: Snow likely, roads can closeMarch: Best timeApril: Best timeMay: Best timeJune: Best timeJuly: Monsoon, landslide riskAugust: Monsoon, landslide riskSeptember: Best timeOctober: Best timeNovember: Best timeDecember: Snow likely, roads can close
  • Best time
  • Snow likely, roads can close
  • Monsoon, landslide risk
  • Fine, check weather
Avoid the monsoon (Jul–Aug) for single-day attempts.
Winter: daylight is short, so start earlier.

Pickup options

  • • Delhi NCR addresses
  • • Delhi Airport
  • • Railway stations

Other ways to travel

Overnight Volvo buses from Delhi (about 12–14 h) are the budget option. Flights to Kullu are limited.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Delhi to Manali cab cost?+

Starting one-way fares are Sedan ₹12,400, SUV ₹15,650, Toyota Innova Crysta ₹17,300, Tempo Traveller ₹28,100, all-inclusive with fuel, driver, tolls and Himachal entry tax. Your exact taxi price is confirmed in writing on WhatsApp before you book.

Can we do Delhi to Manali in one day?+

Yes, with a 5 am start, but expect 12–14 hours. We recommend breaking the journey.

Is it cheaper to book Delhi–Shimla–Manali as a tour?+

Often yes. A multi-day package with one driver avoids paying for empty return legs twice.

What's included in the fare?+

Fuel, driver allowance, tolls and state taxes. The driver's night allowance is included if your itinerary needs one.

What's the best vehicle for Delhi to Manali?+

An Innova Crysta or SUV. On a 12–14 hour drive, the extra legroom and luggage space make a real difference.

Does the Delhi to Manali cab go through Kullu?+

Yes. The Kullu Manali highway runs through Kullu town about 40 km before Manali, so a Delhi to Kullu Manali cab can stop for Kullu's shawl factories or drop you in Kullu on the way.

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