1. Manali to Jammu by Bus
There are quite a number of buses from Manali to Jammu. Private and public buses are available frequently.
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2. Manali to Jammu by Car
The distance between Manali and Jammu depends upon the route taken. It can vary between 419 km to 493 km. It also depends on the rest stops you take. There are three known routes which can be followed while driving a car.
Route 1: Via NH 154
Start following NH 3, NH 154 and Srinagar-Kanyakumari Highway to Barian, Jammu. From here, drive to Jammu Flyover in Resham Ghar Colony. This is the shortest route and takes approximately 11 hours to reach Jammu.
Route 2: Via NH 3
Drive along NH 3 and take Una-Jahu-Ner Chowk Road to NH 103 in Bhota. From here, continue to Jattan Mohalla in Hoshiyarpur and then drive from Srinagar-Kanyakumari Highway to Barian, Jammu. Finally, drive to Jammu Flyover in Resham Ghar Colony. This should take approximately 11 hours 44 minutes.
Route 3: Via NH 3 and Srinagar-Kanyakumari Highway
Drive along NH 3 and take Una-Jahu-Ner Chowk Road to NH 103 in Bhota. Then take NH 3 and SH 25 in Mubarikpur. Continue on the same route to Punjab and then to Srinagar-Kanyakumari Highway to Barian, Jammu. Drive to Jammu Flyover in Reshan Ghar Colony. This route takes 11 hours 48 minutes.
The approximate fuel charge for this journey can cost between INR 3000 to 5000. Una and Pathankot are two significant places. You can stop at either of the places to get food and some rest.