How to reach Rampur Bushahr from Manali – 2023 Updated

Situated on the banks of Satluj river, Rampur Bushahr is a small town in the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh.  Known for its famous palace “Padam Palace “ , residence of former chief minister of Himachal Pradesh, Late Shri Virbhadra Singh. In this blog, we will share complete knowledge of how to reach Rampur Bushahr from Manali through different modes.  

Where is Rampur Bushahr located?

Rampur Bushahr is located in the upper Shimla region of Himachal on the banks of Satluj river. This place is at a lower altitude than Shimla. Rampur is around 120 Km from Shimla. 

Name of the Place	Rampur Bushahr (रामपुर बुशहर )
State	Himachal Pradesh
District	Shimla
Elevation of Place	1000 m, 3300 feet
Accessibility	By road
Best time to visit	Throughout the year
Distance from Manali	Around 200  Km

How to reach Rampur Bushahr from Manali

Rampur Bushahr is connected by road and accessible throughout the year except during heavy snowfall or during heavy rainfall. The distance between Rampur Bushahr, Rampur Bushahr from Manali is around 235 Km. There are different modes by which one can reach Rampur Bushahr.

How to reach Rampur Bushahr from Manali by Road

There are 2 options to reach Rampur Bushahr by road.

OPTION – 1 Manali to Rampur Bushahr Via Jalori Pass (Shortest one – closed in Winters) 

 You can refer to the below table to plan your journey to Rampur Bushahr via Jalori Pass.

Sr. No.	Location	Distance (Km)	Elevation (ft)	Elevation (m)	Time  (Hr)
1	Manali	0	6400	1950	00:00
2	Kullu	40	5200	1575	01:00
3	Aut	70	3900	1200	01:45
4	Jalori Pass	115	8700	2650	03:45
5	Anni	145	4100	1250	05:00
6	Rampur	200	3300	1000	06:45

How to reach Rampur Bushahr from Manali on a Bus – Option-1

There is no direct bus from Manali to Rampur Bushahr via this route, you need to take the bus to Kullu  to Rampur Bushahr. You need to change 2 buses.

Bus 1 Manali to Kullu-  Multiple regular bus

Bus 2 Kullu to Rampur – Following buses can be booked online.

SR. No.	SERVICE NO.	KULLU	RAMPUR	DURATION	DEPOT	TYPE	ORIGIN	DESTINATION	ONLINE BOOKING
1	731	5:30 AM	3:00 PM	9:30 Hrs	KULLU	ORDINARY	KULLU	Rampur Bushahr	YES
2	862	7:45 AM	5:15 PM	9:30 Hrs	RAMPUR	ORDINARY	KULLU	RAMPUR	YES

OPTION – 2 Manali to Rampur Bushahr Via Mandi – Karsog

You can refer to the below table to plan your journey to Rampur Bushahr via Mandi Karsog.

Sr. No.	Location	Distance (Km)	Elevation (ft)	Elevation (m)	Time  (Hr)
1	Manali	0	6400	1950	00:00
2	Kullu	40	5200	1575	01:00
3	Aut	70	3900	1200	01:45
4	Mandi	115	2600	800	03:00
5	Sunder Nagar	140	3000	900	03:30
6	Karsog	230	4600	1400	06:30
7	Rampur	300	3300	1000	09:00
8	Jeouri	323	4400	1350	09:45
9	Rampur Bushahr	338	7200	2200	10:15

How to reach Rampur Bushahr from Manali on a Bus – Option-2

From Manali to Rampur via Mandi Karsog:

SR. No.	SERVICE NO.	MANALI	RAMPUR	DURATION	DEPOT	TYPE	ORIGIN	DESTINATION	ONLINE BOOKING
1	866	11:27 AM	1:15 AM	13:48 Hrs	KEYLONG	ORDINARY	UDAIPUR	RECONGPEO	NO

 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 Rampur Bushahr from Manali on your own Vehicle 

If you can reach Manali in your own Vehicle then reaching Rampur Bushahr is not too much difficult a task but it depends on the choice of the route you are taking 

For Option -1 and Option 2

1. The travel time is more than 8 hrs so please make sure you start early in the day so that you reach Rampur Bushahr in the evening..
2. Road near Rampur Bushahr is not so okay, so having a high-ground clearance vehicle would be a good option.
3. You don’t require a 4X4 vehicle there as the normal vehicle can reach there.
4. In winter there would be snow at Jalori pass so better take the route via Karsog.
5. There are limited petrol pumps the way after Rampur.

How to reach Rampur Bushahr from Manali on a bike

Kindly consider the below points before planning a trip to Rampur Bushahr on a bike.

1. Every bike can reach Rampur Bushahr but prefer a bike with > 150 cc engine.
2. Make your bike fully serviced. 
3. Ride carefully as the road is considered dangerous road
4. Carry rain covers along with as there might be rain at higher reaches.
5. There are many landslide-prone areas that are treacherous during the rainy season.
6. Petrol pumps on this route are at Manali, Kaza, and near Rampur Bushahr.

How to reach Rampur Bushahr from Manali on a Taxi

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

1. Drivers should be experienced in traveling in these areas.
2. You can add the Spiti circuit during route -3. 
3. Ground clearance of the Vehicle to be good.
4. Negotiate well before finalization.

How to reach Rampur Bushahr from Manali by Train

Rampur Bushahr and Manali are not connected by train.

How to reach Rampur Bushahr from Manali by air

Since Rampur Bushahr is located inner in the Himalayas, there is no airport nearby. The Last airport is at Buntar Near Kullu and the other at Shimla.

Summary – “How to reach Rampur Bushahr from Manali”

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

• Rampur Bushahr is a wonderful travel destination located in the Rampur Bushahr district of Himachal Pradesh.
• You can reach Rampur Bushahr by three options from Manali.
• Rampur Bushahr can be reached throughout the year during option 2 but for Option-1 & 2 plan during summers 
• Rampur Bushahr can be reached by self-driven car, bike, taxi, and by Bus.
• Cheapest way to reach Rampur Bushahr is by the HRTC bus and many options are available.

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