Quick Route Summary
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Distance: 332 km
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Travel Time: 10 – 13 Hours
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Operators: Punjab Roadways, HRTC
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Boarding Point: Jalandhar ISBT
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Ordinary Fare: ₹720–₹817
Punjab Roadways (PUNBUS) and HRTC operate 3 daily buses on the Jalandhar to Manali route. All services depart from Jalandhar ISBT and terminate at Manali Bus Stand, covering a distance of approximately 332 km. Travel times range from 10 hours 10 minutes to 13 hours 8 minutes depending on the specific route taken through the hills. Punjab Roadways (PUNBUS) runs one morning ordinary bus at 05:20 with a fare of ₹720 via Nawanshahar and Bilaspur. Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) operates two overnight ordinary services for passengers. The first HRTC bus leaves at 16:22 via Hamirpur with a fare of ₹817, while the second departs at 16:52 via Hoshiarpur and Una for ₹759. Both HRTC night buses reach Manali by 05:30. All services on this route are non-AC ordinary seating buses.
Route at a Glance
Avg. Frequency
Every 30 Min
Day Buses
3 Buses
Night Buses
No Service
First Bus
5:20 AM
Last Bus
4:52 PM
Daily Total
3 Buses
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State Government Ordinary Bus Services Today
5:20 AM
PUNBUS
Via Phagwara, Nawanshahar, Sri Anandpur Sahib...
4:22 PM
HRTC
Via Gagret, Chintpurni, Jwalaji...
4:52 PM
HRTC
Via Hoshiarpur, Una, Bangana...
State Government Ordinary Buses
5:20 AM
PUNBUS
Via Phagwara, Nawanshahar...
4:22 PM
HRTC
Via Gagret, Chintpurni...
4:52 PM
HRTC
Via Hoshiarpur, Una...
Timings may change due to traffic, operational delays, or schedule revisions.
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Please confirm at Jalandhar Bus Stand for final departure updates.
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Key Route Stops
Route A
Jalandhar
Nawanshahar
Sri Anandpur Sahib
Kiratpur Sahib
Bilaspur
Mandi
Manali
Route B
Jalandhar
Hoshiarpur
Una
Bangana
Bhota
Jahu
Mandi
Kullu
Manali
Route C
Jalandhar
Chintpurni
Jwalaji
Hamirpur
Jahu
Rewalsar
Mandi
Manali
Boarding in Jalandhar
- Jalandhar ISBT
Dropping in Manali
- Manali Bus Stand
Planning your return?
Check the reverse bus schedule for your trip back.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the first bus from Jalandhar to Manali?
The first Punjab Roadways (PUNBUS) ordinary bus departs at 05:20 from Jalandhar ISBT. It travels via Nawanshahar and Bilaspur, arriving at Manali Bus Stand at 15:30 with a fare of ₹720.
What is the last bus from Jalandhar to Manali?
The last HRTC ordinary bus from Jalandhar to Manali departs at 16:52 from Jalandhar ISBT. It travels via Hoshiarpur and Una, arriving at the destination at 05:30 the following morning.
How much is the bus fare from Jalandhar to Manali?
Ordinary bus fares from Jalandhar to Manali range from ₹720 to ₹817. Punjab Roadways (PUNBUS) charges ₹720 for the morning service, while HRTC night services cost between ₹759 and ₹817.
How long does the bus take from Jalandhar to Manali?
The journey duration from Jalandhar to Manali varies between 10 hours 10 minutes and 13 hours 08 minutes. The morning PUNBUS service via Bilaspur is the fastest option for this route.
Which highway does the Jalandhar to Manali bus take?
Buses from Jalandhar to Manali use NH3 and NH503 to reach the hills. These routes pass through major transit points including Nawanshahar, Una, Hamirpur, and Mandi before reaching the final stand.
Which operators run buses from Jalandhar to Manali?
Punjab Roadways (PUNBUS) and Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) are the primary government operators. They provide 3 daily non-AC ordinary services starting from the Jalandhar ISBT terminal throughout the day.
Information Sources
- Official State Transport PDFs
- Bus Stand Counter Enquiry
- Field Research & Verification
- Verified Traveller Contributions