Patiala to Manali Distance
The road distance between Patiala and Manali is approximately 300+ km, and the drive usually takes around 7 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. The fastest way to reach Manali takes approximately 7 hours. If you're planning a road trip, check weather and traffic updates before your journey, as monsoon showers or winter snowfall in hilly regions can increase travel time.
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Patiala
Manali
Approx Travel Time
6h 33m
₹5,545
Onwards
Via Rajpura
Patiala
Rajpura
Manali
Approx Travel Time
7h 20m
₹1,444
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Patiala
Rajpura
Manali
Approx Travel Time
7h 18m
₹1,859
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Via Panchkula
Patiala
Panchkula
Manali
Approx Travel Time
7h 51m
₹2,035
Onwards
Patiala
Panchkula
Manali
Approx Travel Time
8h 20m
₹797
Onwards
Via Chandigarh
Patiala
Chandigarh
Manali
Approx Travel Time
8h 20m
₹797
Onwards
Patiala
Chandigarh
Manali
Approx Travel Time
8h
₹2,016
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Via Mohali
Patiala
Mohali
Manali
Approx Travel Time
8h 20m
₹797
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Via Zirakpur
Patiala
Zirakpur
Manali
Approx Travel Time
8h 12m
₹987
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Via Ambala
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Patiala
Ambala
Manali
Approx Travel Time
9h 20m
₹687
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Patiala and Manali?
The distance between Patiala and Manali is approximately 300+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Patiala and Manali?
The straight-line distance is approximately 200+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Patiala to Manali by road?
It takes around 7 hours by road.
What is the distance from Patiala to Manali via Rajpura?
Via Rajpura, the distance is approximately 300+ km, taking around 8 hours.
Does travel time between Patiala and Manali vary by season?
Yes, travel time can increase during monsoon or winter due to road conditions in hilly or mountainous stretches.
What is the driving distance vs. straight-line distance between Patiala and Manali?
The driving distance is 300+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 200+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.
What are the major cities on the way from Patiala to Manali by road?
Major cities on the road route from Patiala to Manali include: • Mandi • Anandpur Sahib
What are the major restaurants on the way from Patiala to Manali by road?
Major restaurants on the road route from Patiala to Manali include: • Cafe Oakwood Chalet • Bhure Da Dhaba • Hotel Saryal • Tasty Bite Mandiwala Bashing • Royal Park Resorts And Spa, Manali (a River Side Resort)
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