Leh to Manali 475 km by Road · 12-15 hours (2-day recommended) · Cab from ₹5,225
Leh → Tanglang La → Sarchu → Jispa → Keylong → Rohtang Pass → Manali
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Cab fare, all inclusive
Distance
475km
Drive time
12hrs
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Driving Leh to Manali: what this corridor is like
Hill-trained drivers
Every driver on this corridor has logged the climb in all four seasons and carries chains from December to February.
Start before sunrise
Leaving by 5 AM clears the plains before traffic and puts you on the ghat section in daylight, which is the whole point of a road trip here.
Permits and stops handled
Rohtang, Atal Tunnel timings, Kufri parking, Kempty falls — the driver knows which need a permit and which are worth the detour.
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How far is Manali from Leh?
The distance from Leh to Manali is 475 km by road via Manali-Leh Highway via Rohtang Pass, the same road as the outward leg driven in the other direction, and the drive takes about 12-15 hours (2-day recommended). A one-way AC cab is ₹5,225 (sedan), SUV ₹7,125, 12-seater Tempo Traveller ₹10,925. Toll and parking are extra at actuals.
Travelling from Leh to Manali? It's roughly 475 km and around 12-15 hours (2-day recommended) via Manali-Leh Highway via Rohtang Pass. Choose a AC sedan or SUV to match your group size and budget. Expect an on-time, GPS-tracked ride with a fixed fare and no surprises.
By Road
475 km
Drive Time
12-15 hours (2-day recommended)
Cab From
₹5,225
Fuel (self-drive)
₹3,393
Leh to Manali distance, time & cab fare
- Road distance
- 475 km (295 miles)
- Drive time by cab
- 12-15 hours (2-day recommended)
- Best route / highway
- Manali-Leh Highway via Rohtang Pass
- AC Sedan cab fare Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 seater
- ₹5,225 (₹11/km)
- SUV cab fare Innova Crysta / Ertiga · 6-7 seater
- ₹7,125 (₹15/km)
- Tempo Traveller cab fare 12-seater AC
- ₹10,925 (₹23/km)
- Approx. fuel cost (self-drive)
- ₹3,393 one-way
* Cab fares are one-way and include fuel & driver. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
Leh to Manali: cab vs train vs bus vs flight
A quick comparison of travel time, cost and comfort for the 475 km journey to help you choose the right mode.
Cab / TaxiRecommended
- Travel Time
- 12-15 hours (2-day recommended)
- Cost
- From ₹5,225
- Comfort
- Door-to-door, private, flexible stops
- Best For
- Families, groups, comfort
Train
- Travel Time
- 13-17 hrs
- Cost
- Budget (subject to availability)
- Comfort
- Fixed timing, station-to-station
- Best For
- Solo budget travellers
Bus
- Travel Time
- 13-18 hrs
- Cost
- Most economical
- Comfort
- Shared, fixed stops
- Best For
- Backpackers, low budget
Flight
- Travel Time
- 1-1.5 hrs + transfers
- Cost
- Highest
- Comfort
- Fastest but airport transfers needed
- Best For
- Long distances, time-critical
For Leh to Manali, a private cab offers door-to-door pickup, no fixed timetable and the freedom to stop anywhere en route.
Leh 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 475 km one-way.
Tips from drivers who run this route every week
Best time to travel
June to September only. Road closed October to May due to snow.
Local insider tip
The pickup is anywhere in Leh and the drop anywhere in Manali. The plazas are the same ones as the outward leg in the other order, and the driver settles them on FASTag.
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Leh to Manali is 475 km by road via Manali-Leh Highway via Rohtang Pass via Tanglang La and Sarchu and Jispa and Keylong and Rohtang Pass. It is the same road as Manali to Leh driven in the other direction, so the kilometres, the highway and the toll plazas are the same; only the order of the stops changes.
Leh to Manali FAQs
What is the distance from Leh to Manali by road?
Leh to Manali is 475 km by road via Manali-Leh Highway via Rohtang Pass via Tanglang La and Sarchu and Jispa and Keylong and Rohtang Pass. It is the same road as Manali to Leh driven in the other direction, so the kilometres, the highway and the toll plazas are the same; only the order of the stops changes.
How long does it take to drive from Leh to Manali?
About 12-15 hours (2-day recommended) for the 475 km. One of the world's highest motorable roads. Challenging terrain, passes above 15,000 ft. Requires acclimatization.
What does a one-way cab from Leh to Manali cost?
₹5,225 (sedan), SUV ₹7,125, 12-seater Tempo Traveller ₹10,925. A one-way drop is charged for the outward distance only; tolls, parking and any state permit are extra at actuals, and the driver settles them on FASTag.
Is the return leg from Leh to Manali charged differently?
No. The fare is worked from the published rate card on the distance driven, so Leh to Manali costs the same as Manali to Leh for the same vehicle. What changes on a return booking is only whether you pay for one leg or two.
When is the best time to drive from Leh to Manali?
June to September only. Road closed October to May due to snow.