How To Reach Manali By Bus, Train, Air

How To Reach Manali

Located in northern India, Manali is a popular tourist destination and serves as a gateway to some of India’s most scenic areas, including Lahaul and Spiti, as well as Leh in Ladakh. Manali is located in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. It’s not deniable that Manali has many places of attraction for all ages and genders, it doesn’t matter what you like, in Manali your adventure waits.

How To Reach Manali :

By Bus:

Manali is well connected to the cities like Chandigarh, Ambala, and Delhi. Private buses are widely available from this city to Manali. Also HRTC Government buses ply regularly from Chandigarh, Ambala, and Delhi. So, if you are coming from Delhi, you just need to catch the bus from Delhi to reach Manali.

But if you are coming from Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, then you can catch a bus from Chandigarh. Chandigarh bus stand is the nearest bus stand from Manali. You will get government buses at sector 43 bus stand in Chandigarh. If you want to go by private vehicle, there is a petrol pump on the opposite side of the bus stand. From here you will find private buses to Manali. It takes 8 hours to reach Manali from Chandigarh by bus.

So just fully enjoy the thrilling road journey by sitting in the bus. Manali is reached via a hilly route with a lot of valleys. Sit relax and enjoy the trail. I guarantee you that this journey will definitely enchant you.

By Train:

You have to catch the train to Chandigarh. From Chandigarh railway station you can book a cab to reach Sector 43 bus stand. Now you can take HRTC bus tickets from the bus stand.

I have seen a lot of people get off at Delhi and catch a bus from Delhi to Manali. My opinion is that if you are coming by train, get off at Chandigarh instead of Delhi. The advantage of this is that you will not have to travel in a bus for a long time.

Chandigarh railway station is the nearest station to Manali. Manali is located at a distance of 300 Km from Chandigarh and 500 Km from Delhi. Now its totally depend on you at which station you have to get off.

By Air:  

Kullu airport also known as Bhuntar airport is the nearest airport to Manali. It is located in the Bhuntar city, in the kullu district in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh. Kullu airport is situated at a distance of 50 Km from Manali.

Chandigarh airport is the second nearest airport to Manali. Chandigarh airport is located at a distance of 310 Km from Manali. From airport you can take a cab to reach Manali.

Must visit places in Manali:

• Hadimba Devi Temple
• Manu Temple
• Jogini Waterfall
• Rohtang Pass
• Solang Valley
• Atal Tunnel
• Gulaba Village
• Spiti valley

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Things to do in Manali:

Manali is famous not only for its scenic beauty but also for its adventures sports activities.

• Paragliding
• River Rafting
• skiing
• zipline
• Rappelling
• Scooter ride

Distance From:

• Chandigarh: 310 Km
• Ambala: 340 Km
• Delhi: 550 Km

Best time to visit:

Manali can be visited throughout the year. Every time you will find this place crowded with tourists. From November to February, you can witness the snowfall at its best. At this time of year, you will find the entire area covered in snow. Therefore, if you want to experience snow fall you should come here in winter.

Monsoon is also the best time to visit this place. However, visiting this place could sometimes be dangerous because of the chances of landslides. In the months of June-July, Manali will be well-suited to visitors interested in exploring it during the monsoon season.

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Frequently asked questions:

1. Manali is located in which district of Himachal Pradesh?

Ans. Manali is located in the Kullu district in the Indian state of Himachal Pradesh.

2. How can I reach Manali from Chandigarh?

Ans. You will easily get government buses at sector 43 bus stand in Chandigarh. If you want to go by private vehicle, there is a petrol pump on the opposite side of the bus stand. From here you will find private buses to Manali. It takes 8 hours to reach Manali from Chandigarh by bus.

3. Which is the nearest railway station from Manali?

Ans. Chandigarh railway station is the nearest station to Manali. It is at a distance of 310 Km away from Manali.

4. Can we go to Manali in the rainy season?

Ans. Yes. However, visiting this place could sometimes be dangerous because of the chances of landslides. In the months of June-July, Manali will be well-suited to visitors interested in exploring it during the rainy season.

5. Which is the nearest airport from Manali?

Ans. Kullu airport also called as Bhuntar airport is the nearest airport to Manali. It is placed at a distance of 50 Km from Manali.