Amritsar to McLeod Ganj

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Amritsar to McLeod Ganj Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	TravelODesk India	Comfort 3pax	Any time	+2h 30m	$91.00	4.5
Taxi	TravelODesk India	Van 6pax	Any time	+2h 30m	$118.00	5.0
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	SUV 6pax	Any time	+2h 52m	$73.14
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	Hatchback 4pax	Any time	+2h 52m	$52.12
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	Sedan	Any time	+2h 52m	$52.23
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	Hatchback 4pax	Any time	+2h 54m	$69.12
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	SUV 6pax	Any time	+2h 54m	$98.88
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	Sedan	Any time	+2h 54m	$70.27
Bus	Golden Temple Volvo Bus	A/C Semi Sleeper	08:15	13:30	$10.13
Bus	HRTC	Non-AC Seater	12:10	19:10	$4.40
Bus	HRTC	A/C Semi Sleeper	18:40	23:30	$8.98

How to get from Amritsar to McLeod Ganj

When you want to get from Amritsar to McLeod Ganj, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Flight
Bus
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 11.14. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 4.54.

How far is Amritsar from McLeod Ganj?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Amritsar to McLeod Ganj. Your trip will be a total of 78 miles (125 km). The flying distance is 78 miles (125 km).

How long does it take to get from Amritsar to McLeod Ganj?

The travel time from Amritsar to McLeod Ganj can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 25 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Amritsar to McLeod Ganj?

The cost of the trip from Amritsar to McLeod Ganj varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is HRTC: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 4.54 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 11.14.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Amritsar to McLeod Ganj:

Bus tickets - USD 4.54 to USD 11.13;
flight price: USD 210.34 - USD 213.46. From Amritsar to McLeod Ganj starting from 09:45 Amritsar Airport until 23:05 Amritsar Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 71.76 to USD 132.26.

How many trips per day are there between Amritsar and McLeod Ganj?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

Buses start plying the route from 08:15 - you can also take a bus as late as 18:40. There are 3 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Amritsar to McLeod Ganj is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Amritsar to McLeod Ganj. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 71.76.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Amritsar to McLeod Ganj

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Amritsar to McLeod Ganj? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

88% decided to go for a bus.
12% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Amritsar to McLeod Ganj

Buses

$ 4.54
Flights

$ 210.34
Taxis

$ 71.76
Trains are not available
Ferries are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Amritsar to McLeod Ganj

Cheapest Transport	$5
Fastest Transport	2h 30m
Earliest Departure	8:15 утра
Latest Departure	11:05 вечера
Departures per day	3
Distance	125 kilometers
Transport Companies	Air India, Cab Expresso, Golden Temple Volvo Bus, HRTC, SpiceJet, TaxiBazaar, TravelODesk India, Vistara

Amritsar to McLeod Ganj