Distance
420km
Drive Time
2 days (14hrs
Highway
Cab From
₹4,620
Your Route
Srinagar
Leh
Segment by Segment
The Road Ahead
5 segments · 420 km total
Sindh Valley, Thajiwas Glacier, golden meadows
Zoji La Pass (3,528m), Kargil War Memorial at Drass
Drass — second coldest inhabited place on Earth, war memorial
Mulbekh Maitreya Buddha, Namika La, moonscape landscape
Magnetic Hill, Indus-Zanskar confluence, Leh Palace approach
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Sedan
Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 Seater
SUV
Innova Crysta / Ertiga · 6-7 Seater
Tempo Traveller
12-Seater AC · 12 Seater
When to Go
Seasonal Road Conditions
Winter Driving Conditions
Dec — Feb
Route CLOSED Dec-Apr. Zoji La is snow-bound. BRO clears it by late May usually.
Driving Tips
Split into 2 days: Day 1 Srinagar to Kargil (205 km), Day 2 Kargil to Leh (215 km)
Zoji La Pass is the most dangerous section — narrow, unpaved, steep drops with no guardrails
Stop at Kargil War Memorial (Drass) — a deeply moving tribute to India's soldiers
Magnetic Hill near Leh has a gravity-defying optical illusion — stop for the famous photo
This route is slightly easier on altitude than Manali-Leh — better for first-time Ladakh visitors
Food Stops
Best Car for This Trip
We recommend SUV (Innova/Ertiga) for the Srinagar to Leh drive. Mountain roads and luggage space make SUVs ideal.
Fuel Planning
4 fuel stations along the route. Limited pumps on parts of this route — fill up at every opportunity.
FAQ
Srinagar to Leh Road Trip FAQs
Leh is approximately 420 km from Srinagar by road. The drive takes around 2 days (14-16 hours driving) depending on traffic, road conditions, and stops. Starting early (5-6 AM) is recommended for the best experience.
For the Srinagar to Leh drive, a SUV (Innova/Ertiga) is recommended. For families, an SUV like Innova/Ertiga offers more space and comfort. Solo travellers or couples can opt for a sedan like Swift Dzire.
A cab from Srinagar to Leh starts at ₹4,620 for an AC Sedan (₹11/km). SUV starts at ₹5880 (₹14/km). Tempo Traveller at ₹8400 (₹20/km). Toll and state tax extra.
Yes, the Srinagar to Leh route is generally safe with well-maintained highways for most stretches. However, mountain sections (if any) require careful driving. We recommend experienced drivers for hill routes, especially during monsoon and winter.
Popular food stops on the Srinagar to Leh route include highway dhabas and restaurants at major towns en route. Our drivers know the best clean and hygienic food stops. We recommend stopping every 2-3 hours for refreshments.
Yes, Triveni Cabs offers both one-way and round-trip cab service from Srinagar to Leh. One-way booking saves up to 50% compared to round-trip. Call 7668570551 or WhatsApp for instant quotes.