How to reach Kaza from Delhi – 2023 Updated

Similar to Leh in Ladakh, Kaza is a tourist favorite destination for adventure lovers. This blog will share complete knowledge of how to reach Kaza from Delhi through different modes.  

Where is Kaza located?

Kaza is a sub divisional headquarter of Spiti valley. It is a major town in the valley. This place is  situated 185 Km from Manali and around 200 Km ahead of Reckong Peo. 

Name of the Place	Kaza (काजा )
State	Himachal Pradesh
District	Lahaul & Spiti
Elevation	3700  m, 12100 ft
Accessibility	By road
Best time to visit	April – June, September – October
Travel Distance by road	800 Km
Travel Time by road	21 Hrs  (approximately)

How to reach Kaza from Delhi

Kaza is connected by road and accessible majorly during summers.  The distance between Kaza from Delhi is around 800 Km. 

There are two options to reach Kaza by road, One is via Shimla, Rampur which is open throughout the year except during heaving snowfall

Another option is Via Manali which is open only for 4 months a year.

There are different modes by which one can reach Kaza.

How to reach Kaza from Delhi by Road

There are different options to reach Kaza by road.

 You can refer to the below table to plan your journey to Kaza.

Sr. No.	Location	Distance (Km)	Elevation (ft)	Elevation (m)	Time  (Hr)
1	New Delhi	0	700	225	00:00
2	Zirakpur	250	1000	320	05:00
3	Solan	316	5100	1550	07:00
4	Shimla	364	7200	2200	08:30
5	Kufri	380	8500	2600	09:15
6	Narkanda	425	8900	2700	10:45
7	Rampur	485	3300	1000	12:30
8	Bhaba Nagar	535	5100	1550	14:15
9	Tapri	555	5600	1700	14:45
10	Karcham	565	5900	1800	15:00
11	Reckong Peo	580	7900	2400	15:30
12	Khab	655	8500	2600	17:15
13	Nako	690	12000	3650	17:55
14	Tabo	755	10800	3300	19:40
15	Kaza	785	12100	3700	21:10

There are multiple options to reach Kaza by bus. Before moving to the options we need to understand the route map. 

How to reach Kaza from Delhi on a Bus

If you want to travel to Himachal with a limited budget then traveling by Bus would be the best option. Unlike other hilly states, the bus network in Himachal is very good and night service is also available.

Himachal Pradesh State Owned Buses are called HRTC buses ( Himachal Road Transport Corporation buses). They are usually green/blue in color.   

There is no direct bus from Delhi to Kaza, you need to take a bus from Reckong Peo or from Manali.

Option – 1 Delhi – Reckong Peo by bus and then to Kaza via Nako  Below are the bus details you can choose 

From Delhi to Reckong Peo.

SR. No.	SERVICE NO.	DELHI ISBT KASHMIRI GATE	RECONGPEO	DURATION	DEPOT	TYPE	ORIGIN	DESTINATION	ONLINE BOOKING
1	556	8:10 PM	3:00 PM	18:50 Hrs	REC PEO	ORDINARY	DELHI ISBT KASHMIRI GATE	RECONGPEO	YES

From   Reckong Peo to Kaza.

You can take a bus for  Kaza from Reckong Peo.

SR. No.	SERVICE NO.	RECONGPEO	KAZA	DURATION	DEPOT	TYPE	ORIGIN	DESTINATION	ONLINE BOOKING
1	RPO-KZA-01	5:30 AM	3:00 PM	9:30 Hrs	REC PEO	ORDINARY	RECONGPEO	KAZA	NO
2	RPO-KZA-02	7:30 AM	5:00 PM	9:30 Hrs	REC PEO	ORDINARY	RECONGPEO	KAZA	NO

Option – 2 Delhi to Chandigarh, then to Kaza.

 If you want comfortable travel then this option is the best one.

From Delhi to Chandigarh:

There are many buses between Delhi and Chandigarh. You can easily get an ordinary/deluxe / Volvo bus very frequently.

From Chandigarh to Kaza Travel you can read this blog with complete details of Buses. 

Option – 3 Delhi to Shimla, then to Kaza.

Similar to Chandigarh, bus service from Delhi to Shimla is much more frequent. You can easily reach Shimla based on the connecting bus from Shimla.

From Shimla to Kaza Travel you can read this blog with complete details of Buses. 

Option – 4 Delhi to Manali, then to Kaza.

Similar to Chandigarh/ Shimla , bus service from Delhi to Manali is much more frequent. 

From Manali to Kaza Travel you can read this blog with complete details of Buses.

For online booking of buses on the HRTC website kindly Click here

Note: If you are planning to take an offline HRTC bus, kindly confirm the timings from the HRTC Depot office before finalization. Click here to know the phone numbers. 

How to reach Kaza from Delhi on your own Vehicle

If you have good exposure to driving on mountainous roads and your vehicle is an SUV then this is a perfect option to travel to Kaza. Below are Key things to be considered while traveling to Kaza on your own driving.

For Option – 1

1. Minimum of two days is required to reach Kaza from Delhi.
2. Roads till Solan are good ( separate lanes for up and down traffic).   
3. You don’t require a 4X4 vehicle there as the normal vehicle can reach there.
4. The road from Rampur to Kaza is considered among the most dangerous roads so driving should be done carefully.
5. There would be many landslide-prone areas that are treacherous during the rainy season.
6. In winter there would be high snowfall above Shimla till Narkanda and then in the Lahaul Spiti district district so weather updates to be taken before the start of the journey.
7. There are limited petrol pumps the way after Rampur

For Option – 2

1. One can easily reach Manali from Delhi.
2. The route after a few kilometers from the Atal tunnel is totally bad in shape and opens for only 4 months a year. So please make sure you are well prepared for that terrain.
3. The travel time is more than 8 hrs Kaza from Manali, so please make sure you start early in the day as during the rest of the day the water level in the crossing is high.
4. There is no network/support on this route. Make sure you are having cold prevention set up in case you get stuck somewhere. 
5. If you are having a 4X4 vehicle then this is a good option.
6. The road from Kaza to Tabo is majorly okay but has some treacherous sections.
7. Cancel or postpone your travel if there is bad weather.
8. In Manali – Kaza route petrol pump is only at Kaza after Manali.

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How to reach Kaza from Delhi on a bike

Nowadays traveling into the Himalayas on Bike is becoming a trend. Lots of bikers every year travel to remote areas and enjoy the beauty. Reaching Kaza on the bike would be the dream for every adventure lover. Kindly consider the below points before planning a trip to Kaza on a bike.

1. Minimum of two days are required to reach Kaza from Delhi on a bike.
2. Every bike can reach Kaza but prefer a bike with > 150 cc engine if you are with a pillion rider. 
3. You will feel the major variation in the temperature while traveling on a bike as there is a gain and drop of altitude. Shimla to Narkanda at a higher altitude than Rampur at a lower altitude.
4. Ride carefully as the road from Rampur to Kaza is considered a dangerous road so driving should be done carefully.
5. Carry rain covers along as there might be rainy uphill while there is a clear sky on the plains.
6. There would be many landslide-prone areas that are treacherous during the rainy season.
7. During winters Bike riding is not advisable as there will be snowfall / black ice on roads and bike riding is extremely dangerous..
8. There are limited petrol pumps the way after Rampur so please plan and fill the tank based upon the fuel consumption of your bike. 

How to reach Kaza from Delhi on a Taxi

Taxis can easily be hired for Kaza and there are many options available on the online platforms. Following key things to be considered while taxing taxis to Kaza.

1. Drivers should be experienced in traveling in these areas.
2. Vehicle to be comfortable since travel time would be more than 18  hrs.
3. Ground clearance of the Vehicle to be good.
4. Negotiate well before finalization.

How to reach Kaza from Delhi by Train

The nearest railway station en route to Kaza is the Shimla railway station. But this station is on the narrow gauge. You need to change trains from Kalka railway station. The Kalka railway station is for both broad gauge and narrow gauge.

The major train station en route to Kaza is Chandigarh railway station.

How to reach Kaza from Delhi by air

Since Kaza is located deep  in the Himalayas, there is no major airport nearby.

The nearest airport en route to Kaza is Shimla airport and Bhuntar airport

Another airport en route to Kaza is Chandigarh airport.

Summary – “How to reach Kaza from Delhi”

Let’s summarize what we have understood in this blog  “How to reach Kaza from Delhi ”

• Kaza is a wonderful travel destination located in  Lahaul & Spiti District of Himachal Pradesh at around 800 KM from Delhi.
• You can reach Kaza in 2 days  hrs from Delhi
• Kaza can be reached during summers but the best time is from April – June and then from September – October.
• Kaza can be reached by self-driven car, bike, taxi, and by Bus.
• Nearest railway station is  Shimla which is narrow gauge. The major railway station is Chandigarh railway station.
• Nearest airport is Shimla airport.
• Cheapest way to reach Kaza is by the HRTC bus.

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