Route guide
Two road routes, plus bus, train and air options for the journey.
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At a glance
• Distance: about 740–820 km
• Travel time: 2–3 days
• Altitude: about 3,650 m (11,980 ft)
Best time to visit: May to October.
Route A · All-season
Delhi → Chandigarh → Shimla → Narkanda → Rampur → Reckong Peo → Nako → Tabo → Kaza
About 780–820 km · 2–3 days
Open all year. The gradual climb helps you acclimatise.
Route B · Summer only
Delhi → Chandigarh → Mandi → Manali → Atal Tunnel → Batal → Kunzum Pass → Losar → Kaza
About 740–750 km · 2 days
Open June to October. Rough roads and a fast climb.
Option 2 · By bus
• Via Shimla: 2.5–3 days, ₹1,500–₹3,500
• Via Manali (summer): 24–30 hours, ₹1,500–₹3,000
Take a Volvo to Shimla or Manali, then an HRTC bus to Kaza.
Option 3 · Train and road
Take the Vande Bharat or Shatabdi to Chandigarh, then a bus or taxi to Shimla and on through Kinnaur.
2–3 days in total
Kaza has no railway station.
Option 4 · By air
• Nearest airport: Bhuntar, about 250 km away
• Still 10–12 hours by road after landing
A faster climb raises the risk of altitude sickness.
Altitude
• Drink plenty of water
• Rest once you arrive
• Go light on alcohol
• Spend a night in Kalpa or Nako on the way
Plan your trip
Both routes, bus options, fuel and network tips, plus FAQs.
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