Varanasi to Manali Distance
The road distance between Varanasi and Manali is approximately 1350+ km, and the drive usually takes around 19 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. Flying is the fastest way to reach Manali, with a total travel time of 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.
Via Ghaziabad
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Varanasi
Ghaziabad
Manali
Approx Travel Time
14h 30m
₹6,697
Onwards
Via Delhi, Kullu
FASTEST
Varanasi
Delhi
Kullu
Manali
Approx Travel Time
7h 5m
₹16,046
Onwards
Via Delhi, Mohali
Varanasi
Delhi
Mohali
Manali
Approx Travel Time
14h
₹9,591
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Varanasi
Delhi
Mohali
Manali
Approx Travel Time
18h 45m
₹4,082
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Varanasi
Delhi
Mohali
Manali
Approx Travel Time
12h 40m
₹10,611
Onwards
Via Delhi
CHEAPEST
Varanasi
Delhi
Manali
Approx Travel Time
1d 2h 40m
₹1,349
Onwards
Varanasi
Delhi
Manali
Approx Travel Time
15h 15m
₹6,628
Onwards
Direct Options
Varanasi
Manali
Approx Travel Time
19h 10m
₹26,683
Onwards
Via Kanpur, Dehradun
Varanasi
Kanpur
Dehradun
Manali
Approx Travel Time
1d 9h 51m
₹7,727
Onwards
Via Ghaziabad, Jalandhar
Varanasi
Ghaziabad
Jalandhar
Manali
Approx Travel Time
12h 55m
₹11,141
Onwards
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Varanasi and Manali?
The distance between Varanasi and Manali is approximately 1350+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Varanasi and Manali?
The straight-line distance is approximately 900+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Varanasi to Manali by road?
It takes around 19 hours by road.
What is the distance from Varanasi to Manali via Ghaziabad?
Via Ghaziabad, the distance is approximately 1100+ km, taking around 15 hours.
Does the distance from Varanasi to Manali change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 1350+ km via the direct route to 1100+ km via Ghaziabad, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Varanasi 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 Varanasi and Manali?
The driving distance is 1350+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 900+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.
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