How to reach Sarahan from Manali – 2023 Updated

Known for its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural heritage this village is situated in the state of Himachal Pradesh, India. Sarahan is famous for its centuries-old Bhimakali Temple, views of snow-capped mountains, beautiful landscape, and picturesque apple orchards. In this blog, we will share complete knowledge of how to reach Sarahan from Manali through different modes.  

Where is Sarahan located?

Sarahan is located in the upper Shimla region of Himachal. This village is around 160 Km from Shimla at an elevation same to Shimla. 

Name of the Place	Sarahan ( सराहन )
State	Himachal Pradesh
District	Shimla
Elevation of Place	2200 m, 7200 feet
Accessibility	By road
Best time to visit	Throughout the year
Distance from Manali	Around 235 Km

How to reach Sarahan from Manali

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

How to reach Sarahan from Manali by Road

There are 2 options to reach Sarahan by road.

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

 You can refer to the below table to plan your journey to Sarahan 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
7	Jeouri	223	4400	1350	07:30
8	Sarahan	238	7200	2200	08:00

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

There is no direct bus from Manali to Sarahan, you need to take the bus to Kullu and the To Rampur and then to Sarahan and then  Sarahan. You need to change 3 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	SARAHAN	YES
2	862	7:45 AM	5:15 PM	9:30 Hrs	RAMPUR	ORDINARY	KULLU	RAMPUR	YES

Bus 3 Rampur to  Sarahan

You can take further connecting bus from Rampur to Sarahan or can take taxi

Sarahan is around 40 Km from Rampur

From Rampur to Sarahan :

SR. No.	SERVICE NO.	RAMPUR	SARAHAN	DURATION	DEPOT	TYPE	ORIGIN	DESTINATION	ONLINE BOOKING
1	1225	12:55 PM	3:00 PM	2:05 Hrs	RAMPUR	ORDINARY	HARIDWAR	SARAHAN	NO
2	731	2:55 PM	6:00 PM	3:05 Hrs	KULLU	ORDINARY	KULLU	SARAHAN	NO
3	1726	6:15 PM	8:15 PM	2:00 Hrs	RAMPUR	ORDINARY	CHANDIGARH	SARAHAN	NO

OPTION – 2 Manali to Sarahan Via Mandi – Karsog

You can refer to the below table to plan your journey to Sarahan 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	Sarahan	338	7200	2200	10:15

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

You need  change 1  bus

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

You can take further connecting bus from Rampur to Sarahan or can take taxi

Sarahan is around 40 Km from Rampur

SR. No.	SERVICE NO.	RAMPUR	SARAHAN	DURATION	DEPOT	TYPE	ORIGIN	DESTINATION	ONLINE BOOKING
1	1225	12:55 PM	3:00 PM	2:05 Hrs	RAMPUR	ORDINARY	HARIDWAR	SARAHAN	NO
2	731	2:55 PM	6:00 PM	3:05 Hrs	KULLU	ORDINARY	KULLU	SARAHAN	NO
3	1726	6:15 PM	8:15 PM	2:00 Hrs	RAMPUR	ORDINARY	CHANDIGARH	SARAHAN	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 Sarahan from Manali on your own Vehicle 

If you can reach Manali in your own Vehicle then reaching Sarahan 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 Sarahan in the evening..
2. Road near Sarahan 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 Sarahan from Manali on a bike

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

1. Every bike can reach Sarahan 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 Sarahan.

How to reach Sarahan from Manali on a Taxi

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

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 Sarahan from Manali by Train

Sarahan and Manali are not connected by train.

How to reach Sarahan from Manali by air

Since Sarahan 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 Sarahan from Manali”

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

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

We hope you have got a good understanding of “How to reach Sarahan from Manali ”. If you want to give suggestions on this blog ” please comment.

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