Bangalore to Manali

The flights between the cities are comfortable and extremely affordable with prices starting at just INR 2500. The flight is short and after landing, tourists will have the full day to enjoy themselves without being tired. 

Starting Price: INR 2500
Departure Airport: Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru
Arrival Airport: Kullu Manali Airport
Travel Time: 2 Hour 25 minutes

Travelling long distances by road can get extremely hectic and uncomfortable. However the drive from Bangalore to Manali passes through major cities where we suggest you take a few stop overs on your road trip and discover new cities. 

Approximate Travel Time: 48 Hours
Approximate Taxi Fare: INR 25000
Car Rentals In Bangalore : Savaari Car Rentals Private Limited, TraveloCar Bangalore, Bangalore Car Rentals. 

Route 1 : Via NH 44

Distance: 2712 Kms
Time: 48 Hours
Sights on the way: Prashanthi Nilayam, Clock Tower Anantapur, Golconda Fort, Charminar, Salar Jung Museum, Hussain Sagar, Deekshabhoomi, Ambazari Lake, Futala Lake, Gwalior Fort, Jai Vilas Palace, Man Singh Palace, Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Red Fort, Old Fort, Humayuns Tomb, Qutub Minar, Rock Garden Chandigarh, Parashar Lake, Pandoh Dam, Jalori Pass. 
Eating options: Idli n More, Hyderabad Chefs, Jewel of Nizam-The Minar, Hotel Al Zam Zam, Karims, OTG Restaurant, The Kansals Aroma, Shesh Besh. 

Route 2: Via NH 52

Distance: 2709 Kms
Time: 51 Hours
Sights on the way: Chitradurga Fort, Chandravalli, Jogimatti, Siddheshwar Temple Solapur, Bhuikot Killa, Bibi ka Maqbara, Aurangabad Caves, Laling Fort, Amber Palace, City Palace Jaipur, Haha Mahal, Red Fort, Old Fort, Qutub Minar, Rock Garden Chandigarh, Parashar Lake, Pandoh Dam, Jalori Pass. 
Eating options:  Sugran, Hotel Angraj, Hotel Kamat, Kream n Krunch, Suvarna Mahal, Karims, OTG Restaurant, The Kansals Aroma, Shesh Besh. 

Route 3 : Via Srinagar - Kanyakumari Highway

Distance: 2855Kms
Time: 51 Hours
Sights on the way: Prashanthi Nilayam, Clock Tower Anantapur, Golconda Fort, Charminar, Salar Jung Museum, Hussain Sagar, Deekshabhoomi, Marble Rocks, Madan Mahal Fort, Nana Rao Park, Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, Red Fort, Old Fort, Qutub Minar, Rock Garden Chandigarh, Parashar Lake, Pandoh Dam, Jalori Pass. 
Eating options: Idli n More, Hyderabad Chefs, Jewel of Nizam-The Minar, Antarang Restaurant,  Karims, OTG Restaurant, The Kansals Aroma, Shesh Besh.

Taking the bus from Bangalore to Manali is one of the cheapest options to travel. However this is not a very comfortable journey and can get extremely boring and tiring. 

Part 1: 
Bangalore to Chandigarh by Bus

Route Operator:  Redbus
Starting Point: Bangalore
Terminating Point: Chandigarh
Travel time: 41 Hours
Distance : 2500 Kms
Frequency: Hourly
Ticket cost: INR 600

Part 2: 
Chandigarh to Manali by Bus

Route Operator:  Chandigarh Transport Undertaking
Starting Point: Chandigarh
Terminating Point: Manali
Travel time: 7 Hours 52 Minutes
Distance : 326 Kms
Frequency: Hourly
Ticket cost: INR 400

This combination is not the most preferred ways to travel, as it takes over 2 days and the entire journey can get very exhausting. 

Part 1 :
Bangalore to Chandigarh by Train

Travel time: 52 Hours
Distance: 2700 Kms
Frequency: Twice a day
Ticket cost: INR 1200
Transfer from train station to bus stop: 20 Minutes

Part 2: 
Chandigarh to Manali by Bus

Route Operator:  Chandigarh Transport Undertaking
Starting Point: Chandigarh
Terminating Point: Manali
Travel time: 7 Hours 52 Minutes
Distance: 326 Kms
Frequency: Hourly
Ticket cost: INR 400

Tip: All bus tickets are available are bus booking counters and train tickets at railway stations. Make sure you book your tickets through a certified booking agent. For flight bookings , plan your trip well in advance to get preferred timings and prices.