Manali to Rishikesh

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Manali to Rishikesh Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Taxi	TravelODesk India	Comfort 3pax	Any time	+4h 20m	€246.48
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	SUV 6pax	Any time	+4h 54m	€254.92
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	Sedan	Any time	+4h 54m	€186.94
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	Hatchback 4pax	Any time	+4h 54m	€186.84
Bus	Laxmi Holidays	A/C Semi Sleeper	17:00	05:40	€7.84
Bus	Om Sidh Express	A/C Semi Sleeper	17:30	03:40	€5.89
Bus	City Land Travels	A/C Semi Sleeper	18:00	06:30	€11.27
Bus	Kohli Tour Travellers	A/C Semi Sleeper	19:30	06:35	€10.79

How to get from Manali to Rishikesh

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

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 Bus 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 EUR 16.06. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as EUR 16.06.

How far is Manali from Rishikesh?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Manali to Rishikesh. Your trip will be a total of 135 miles (217 km). The flying distance is 135 miles (217 km).

How long does it take to get from Manali to Rishikesh?

The travel time from Manali to Rishikesh can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 12 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Manali to Rishikesh?

The cost of the trip from Manali to Rishikesh varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is City Land Travels: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as EUR 16.06 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 EUR 16.06.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Manali to Rishikesh:

Bus tickets - EUR 16.07 to EUR 16.07;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 232.86 to EUR 232.86.

How many trips per day are there between Manali and Rishikesh?

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

Buses start plying the route from 17:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 17:30. There are 1 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Manali to Rishikesh 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 Manali to Rishikesh. 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 EUR 232.86.

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 Manali to Rishikesh

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Manali to Rishikesh? 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:

100% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Manali to Rishikesh

Buses

€ 16.07
Taxis

€ 232.86
Trains are not available
Ferries are not available
Flights are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Manali to Rishikesh

Cheapest Transport	€17
Fastest Transport	4h 20m
Earliest Departure	5:30 PM
Latest Departure	5:30 PM
Departures per day	1
Distance	217 kilometers
Transport Companies	City Land Travels, TravelODesk India

Manali to Rishikesh