Delhi to Manali
Every way to get there — compared with fares from real planned trips.
Delhi to Manali is about 550 km; the fastest option is by bus (9h 45m) and the cheapest is by bus from ₹602. Best time to start: depart from delhi in the evening (around 6-8 pm) to arrive in manali by morning, maximizing your first day..
- Distance
- 550 km
- Fastest
- 9h 45m
- by bus
- Cheapest
- from ₹602
- by bus
- Full trip cost
- ~₹10,414
- median, per person, incl. stay
Train vs bus vs flight
| Mode | From | Fastest | Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | ₹602 | 9h 45m | 30 found |
The leg-by-leg plan
The complete journey from a real TravBuddy trip — including the first and last mile.
- 1
Delhi (Your Location) → Delhi ISBT Kashmiri Gatecab
0h 45m · 15 km
Book a cab in advance or use ride-sharing apps to reach the bus stand comfortably with luggage.
- 2
Delhi ISBT Kashmiri Gate → Manali Bus Standbus
12h 0m · 530 km
Opt for a Volvo or AC semi-sleeper bus for a more comfortable overnight journey. Book tickets well in advance, especially for a group of 8.
- 3
Manali Bus Stand → Manali (Accommodation Area)shared_cab
0h 15m · 5 km
Shared cabs are readily available outside the bus stand. Negotiate the fare before starting the journey.
Bus options
| Service | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fare from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volvo 9600 A/C Semi Sleeper (2+2)Vacation Express | 21:30 | 09:20 | 11h 50m | ₹602 |
| Volvo 9600 Multi Axle Semi-Sleeper (2+2)Malana Travels | 21:30 | 07:30 | 10h | ₹609 |
| Volvo 9600 A/C Semi Sleeper (2+2)Deltin Travels Pvt Ltd | 10:00 | 21:50 | 11h 50m | ₹609 |
| Volvo 9600 Multi Axle Semi-Sleeper (2+2)Bedi Travels | 22:15 | 09:15 | 11h | ₹647 |
| Volvo 9600 Multi Axle Semi-Sleeper (2+2)King Luxuries | 22:00 | 09:10 | 11h 10m | ₹663 |
| Scania Multi-Axle AC Semi Sleeper (2+2)Kashi Bus | 22:30 | 08:15 | 9h 45m | ₹665 |
| Volvo 9600 A/C Semi Sleeper (2+2)zingbus plus | 21:00 | 08:50 | 11h 50m | ₹760 |
| Volvo 9600 A/C Semi Sleeper (2+2)zingbus plus | 20:30 | 08:30 | 12h | ₹760 |
Delhi to Manali: quick questions
How far is Manali from Delhi?+
Delhi to Manali is about 550 km by the usual route.
What is the cheapest way from Delhi to Manali?+
The cheapest option is usually by bus, from around ₹602 per person — compare live fares on this page.
How long does it take to travel from Delhi to Manali?+
The fastest option is by bus, taking about 9h 45m.
How can you travel from Delhi to Manali?+
You can travel from Delhi to Manali by bus. This page compares each with live fares, timings and a leg-by-leg plan.
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