Pilgrimage guide
From the temple of eternal flames to the plains: road, bus and train options.
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At a glance
• Distance: 183–210 km
• Road time: 4–5 hours
• Fastest route: via Una and Anandpur Sahib
An easy same-day trip.
Route 1 · Fastest
Jwala Ji → Nadaun → Amb → Una → Nangal → Anandpur Sahib → Ropar → Kharar → Chandigarh
183–185 km · about 4 hours
Wide highways with little hill driving after Una.
Other routes
• Via Chintpurni and Hoshiarpur: ~205 km · 4.5–5 hours
• Via Kangra and Pathankot: ~250 km · 6–7 hours
By bus
• HRTC ordinary or deluxe: 4–5 hours · from ₹347
• Private Volvo AC: 3.5–5 hours · from ₹747
Drop-off at ISBT Sector 43 or Tribune Chowk.
By train
• Taxi to Amb Andaura: ~39 km · about 1 hour
• Vande Bharat 22448: 1:00 PM to 3:28 PM
• Or Janshatabdi 12058 from Daulatpur Chowk
The fastest, most comfortable option.
Before you go
• Best season: October–March
• Expect slippery roads in the monsoon
• Winter fog can affect visibility near Chandigarh
Flying via Kangra is not practical.
Plan your trip
All three routes, bus and train timings, stops and FAQs.
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