Amritsar to Kullu

Since, there are airports available both in Amritsar and in Kullu, the best and the easiest way to travel from Amritsar to Kullu is in a flight. The aerial distance of 214 kms can be very conveniently covered. However, almost all flights that run on the route are either Via or Stop Over flights that may take a long time due to one or more stop stations. Have a look at the details.
Departure Airport: Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport
Arrival Airport: Kullu Manali Airport
Starting Ticket Fares: INR 13591
Approx. Time Taken: 9 hours to 15 hours (1+ Stops)

The distance between Amritsar and Kullu can also be covered in a train but only till an intermediate station since there is no railway station in Kullu. The best option is to take a train from Amritsar to Chnadigarh and then take a bus from Chandigarh to Kullu. Several trains run on the Amritsar - Chandigarh route. Some of them are-

Train Name 1: ASR CDG Sup

Boarding Station: Amritsar Jn
Deboarding Station: Chandigarh
Departure Time: 5:10 AM
Arrival Time: 9:45 AM
Approx. Time Taken: 4 hours and 35 minutes
Starting Ticket Fares: INR 125
Frequency of Train: All Days

Train Name 2: Intercity Exp

Boarding Station: Amritsar Jn
Deboarding Station: Chandigarh
Departure Time: 5:25 PM
Arrival Time: 10:20 PM
Approx. Time Taken: 4 hours and 55 minutes
Starting Ticket Fares: INR 125
Frequency of Train: All Days

Train Name 3: ASR LKU Exp

Boarding Station: Amritsar Jn
Deboarding Station: Chandigarh
Departure Time: 5:55 AM
Arrival Time: 10:50 AM
Approx. Time Taken: 4 hours and 55 minutes
Starting Ticket Fares: INR 185
Frequency of Train: Sat Only

Once you deboard at Chandigarh, there are several buses that run from Chandigarh to Kullu on a daily basis that can help you reach your destination.
Starting Ticket Fares: INR 799
Approx. Time Taken: 6 hours to 8 hours

The total distance between Amritsar and Kullu can also be covered in a bus. It is one of the easiest and the most convenient ways since there is a direct bus available that runs on the route so you don’t have to face the hassle of changing in between. On the downside, since the bus only runs once a day and there is just one of these, you will have to keep a check on the time schedule.

Bus Name: Northern Travels

Boarding Point: Amritsar
Deboarding Point: Kullu
Departure Time: 6:00 PM
Arrival Time: 5:00 AM
Approx: Time Taken: 11 hours and 00 minutes
Starting Ticket Fares: INR 1355

If you are in the mood for a little fun and lots of thrill, then you can choose to drive down on your own. Or better still hire a private taxi or cab. The views of the hills and valleys as soon as you start nearing Kullu are beyond description. In addition to that, you can feel the change of air as the air begins to get chilly. There are several dhabas and eateries on the way where you can stop for a cup of chai and some snacks and to capture the gorgeous view. The total journey will take around 9 to 10 hours and the taxi fares start from INR 7800.