Leh to Srinagar 420 km by Road · 10-12 hours (2-day recommended) · Cab from ₹4,620
Leh → Kargil → Drass → Zoji La Pass → Sonamarg → Srinagar
Hairpins, tea stops and a driver who has done this climb a hundred times.
Cab fare, all inclusive
Distance
420km
Drive time
10hrs
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Driving Leh to Srinagar: 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 Srinagar from Leh?
The distance from Leh to Srinagar is 420 km by road via NH-1D via Kargil, the same road as the outward leg driven in the other direction, and the drive takes about 10-12 hours (2-day recommended). A one-way AC cab is ₹4,620 (sedan), SUV ₹6,300, 12-seater Tempo Traveller ₹9,660. Toll and parking are extra at actuals.
Looking for a Leh–Srinagar cab you can trust? The 420 km journey takes about 10-12 hours (2-day recommended) along NH-1D via Kargil. A AC sedan or SUV is available for solo travellers, families and groups alike. Book in two minutes with a fixed fare, verified driver and 24/7 support.
By Road
420 km
Drive Time
10-12 hours (2-day recommended)
Cab From
₹4,620
Fuel (self-drive)
₹3,000
Leh to Srinagar distance, time & cab fare
- Road distance
- 420 km (261 miles)
- Drive time by cab
- 10-12 hours (2-day recommended)
- Best route / highway
- NH-1D via Kargil
- AC Sedan cab fare Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 seater
- ₹4,620 (₹11/km)
- SUV cab fare Innova Crysta / Ertiga · 6-7 seater
- ₹6,300 (₹15/km)
- Tempo Traveller cab fare 12-seater AC
- ₹9,660 (₹23/km)
- Approx. fuel cost (self-drive)
- ₹3,000 one-way
* Cab fares are one-way and include fuel & driver. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
Leh to Srinagar: cab vs train vs bus vs flight
A quick comparison of travel time, cost and comfort for the 420 km journey to help you choose the right mode.
Cab / TaxiRecommended
- Travel Time
- 10-12 hours (2-day recommended)
- Cost
- From ₹4,620
- Comfort
- Door-to-door, private, flexible stops
- Best For
- Families, groups, comfort
Train
- Travel Time
- 11-14 hrs
- Cost
- Budget (subject to availability)
- Comfort
- Fixed timing, station-to-station
- Best For
- Solo budget travellers
Bus
- Travel Time
- 11-15 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 Srinagar, a private cab offers door-to-door pickup, no fixed timetable and the freedom to stop anywhere en route.
Leh to Srinagar 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 420 km one-way.
Tips from drivers who run this route every week
Best time to travel
June to October only. Road closed in winter.
Local insider tip
The pickup is anywhere in Leh and the drop anywhere in Srinagar. 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 Srinagar is 420 km by road via NH-1D via Kargil via Kargil and Drass and Zoji La Pass and Sonamarg. It is the same road as Srinagar 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 Srinagar FAQs
What is the distance from Leh to Srinagar by road?
Leh to Srinagar is 420 km by road via NH-1D via Kargil via Kargil and Drass and Zoji La Pass and Sonamarg. It is the same road as Srinagar 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 Srinagar?
About 10-12 hours (2-day recommended) for the 420 km. High altitude mountain road. Passes through Zoji La Pass (11,575 ft). BRO-maintained.
What does a one-way cab from Leh to Srinagar cost?
₹4,620 (sedan), SUV ₹6,300, 12-seater Tempo Traveller ₹9,660. 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 Srinagar charged differently?
No. The fare is worked from the published rate card on the distance driven, so Leh to Srinagar costs the same as Srinagar 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 Srinagar?
June to October only. Road closed in winter.