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Delhi
Manali
Delhi → Karnal → Chandigarh → Bilaspur → Mandi → Kullu → Manali
Distance
530km
Drive Time
12hrs
Highway
NH-44 & NH-21
Cab From
₹5,830
Your Route at a Glance
Delhi
Manali
Distance
530 km
Miles
329 mi
Duration
12-13 hours
Stops
5
Route Overview
Delhi to Manali Road Guide
530
km
12
hours
NH-44 & NH-21
highway
NH-44 is excellent 4-lane highway till Chandigarh. After Bilaspur, mountain roads begin with hairpin bends. Road quality is good but narrow in some stretches near Mandi.
Your Journey
En-Route Stops
5 stops along 530 km
Delhi
Start · km 0
Karnal
Rest stop · Food & refreshments
Chandigarh
Rest stop · Food & refreshments
Bilaspur
Rest stop · Food & refreshments
Mandi
Rest stop · Food & refreshments
Manali
Destination · 530 km
Toll Info
Toll Plazas on This Route
Total Toll
₹455
Panipat Toll
90 km · ₹165
Karnal Toll
130 km · ₹130
Ambala Toll
200 km · ₹95
Bilaspur Toll
340 km · ₹65
Panipat Toll
at 90 km
₹165
Karnal Toll
at 130 km
₹130
Ambala Toll
at 200 km
₹95
Bilaspur Toll
at 340 km
₹65
* FASTag accepted at all plazas. Rates approximate, may vary.
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Delhi to Manali Cab Fare
All-inclusive · No hidden charges
Sedan
Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 Seater
SUV
Innova Crysta / Ertiga · 6-7 Seater
Tempo Traveller
12-Seater AC · 12 Seater
* Toll & state tax extra at actual. Fares based on 530 km one-way.
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Tips & Insights
Best Time to Travel
March to June, September to November. Avoid July-August (landslides) and Dec-Feb (snow may block roads).
Local Insider Tip
Stop at Murthal (40 km from Delhi) for famous paranthas. Carry warm clothes even in summer as Manali evenings are cool.
Quick Facts
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FAQ
Delhi to Manali FAQs
The road distance from Delhi to Manali is approximately 530 km via NH-44 & NH-21. The driving time is 12-13 hours depending on traffic and weather conditions.
A cab from Delhi to Manali starts at ₹5,830 for an AC Sedan. SUV (Innova/Ertiga) starts at ₹7420. Toll and state tax extra at actual.
The drive from Delhi to Manali takes approximately 12-13 hours via NH-44 & NH-21. Starting early morning (5-6 AM) helps avoid traffic and reduces travel time.
The recommended route is via NH-44 & NH-21. This offers the best road conditions and shortest travel time. Our experienced drivers know all the routes and will choose the optimal path based on current conditions.
Yes, Triveni Cabs offers both one-way and round-trip cab service from Delhi to Manali. One-way cab saves you up to 50% compared to round-trip when you need only a single direction drop.
The NH-44 & NH-21 route is well-lit on highway sections, but we recommend daytime travel for the safest experience. Our drivers are experienced in night driving if needed, and all vehicles have GPS tracking.
We offer Sedan (Swift Dzire/Etios), SUV (Innova/Ertiga), and Tempo Traveller (12-seater) for the Delhi to Manali route. All vehicles are AC, well-maintained, and GPS-equipped.
Toll charges and state tax are extra and paid at actual during the journey. Our driver handles all toll payments. You can also check our toll cost page for an estimate.
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