How to reach Tapri from Manali – 2023 Updated

Tapri is a major stop before proceeding to other destinations in the Kinnaur district and Spiti district of  Himachal.  In this blog, we will share complete knowledge of how to reach Tapri from Manali through different modes.  

Where is Tapri located?

Tapri is situated in the Kinnaur District of Himachal Pradesh. It lies on the left bank of the Satluj river. It is a major stop before proceeding to other destinations in Kinnaur and Spiti. 

Tapri is 25 before Reckong Peo which is a major town and current headquarter of Kinnaur district.

Name of the Place	Tapri ( टापरी  )
State	Himachal Pradesh
District	Kinnaur
Elevation	1700  m, 5600 ft
Accessibility	By road
Best time to visit	April – June, September – October
Travel Distance by road	270  Km
Travel Time by road	09:00 Hrs  (approximately)

How to reach Tapri from Manali

Tapri is connected by road and accessible throughout the year except during heavy snowfall or during heavy rainfall. The distance between Tapri from Manali is around 300 Km. There are different modes by which one can reach Tapri.

How to reach Tapri from Manali by Road

There are 2 options to reach Tapri by road.

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

 You can refer to the below table to plan your journey to Tapri 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	Bhaba Nagar	250	5100	1550	08:30
8	Tapri	270	5600	1700	09:00

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

There is no direct bus from Manali to Tapri, you need to take the bus to Kullu and the To Rampur and then to Tapri and then  Tapri. You need to change 3 buses.

Bus 1 Manali to Kullu-  Multiple regular busses

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 Tapri:

SR. No.	SERVICE NO.	RAMPUR	TAPRI	DURATION	DEPOT	TYPE	ORIGIN	DESTINATION	ONLINE BOOKING
1	1511	2:45 AM	6:00 AM	3:15 Hrs	REC PEO	HIMMANI DELUXE 2X2 NON AC	CHANDIGARH	RECONGPEO	NO
2	MND-RMP-CKL	4:00 AM	6:45 AM	2:45 Hrs	MANDI	ORDINARY	MANDI	CHITKUL	NO
3	1512	4:45 AM	8:30 AM	3:45 Hrs	RAMPUR	ORDINARY	CHANDIGARH	KALPA	NO
4	930	4:55 AM	9:00 AM	4:05 Hrs	REC PEO	ORDINARY	DHARAMSHALA	PANGI	NO
5	977	5:00 AM	7:45 AM	2:45 Hrs	DHARAMPUR	ORDINARY	DHARAMPUR MND	RECONGPEO	NO
6	633	8:25 AM	12:30 PM	4:05 Hrs	REC PEO	ORDINARY	DHARAMSHALA	THANGI	NO
7	1616	8:30 AM	11:25 AM	2:55 Hrs	RAMPUR	ORDINARY	RAMPUR	KALPA	YES
8	333	9:30 AM	1:00 PM	3:30 Hrs	REC PEO	ORDINARY	SHIMLA ISBT TUTIKANDI	POOH VILLAGE	NO
9	556	10:40 AM	2:00 PM	3:20 Hrs	REC PEO	ORDINARY	DELHI ISBT KASHMIRI GATE	RECONGPEO	NO
10	1220	10:45 AM	1:10 PM	2:25 Hrs	REC PEO	ORDINARY	HARIDWAR	RECONGPEO	NO
11	255	12:15 PM	3:30 PM	3:15 Hrs	REC PEO	ORDINARY	SOLAN	RECONGPEO	NO
12	518	12:30 PM	4:00 PM	3:30 Hrs	REC PEO	ORDINARY	DELHI ISBT KASHMIRI GATE	SANGLA	NO
13	CHD-RPO-2X2	3:00 PM	6:00 PM	3:00 Hrs	REC PEO	HIMMANI DELUXE 2X2 NON AC	CHANDIGARH	RECONGPEO	NO
14	273	11:00 PM	2:00 AM	3:00 Hrs	REC PEO	ORDINARY	SHIMLA ISBT TUTIKANDI	RECONGPEO	NO
15	CHD-SML-RPO	3:00 AM	5:45 AM	2:45 Hrs	REC PEO	ORDINARY	CHANDIGARH	RECONGPEO	NO

• Pros
  • Shortest distance route 
• Cons
  • You need to change 3 buses

OPTION – 2 Manali to Tapri Via Mandi – Karsog

You can refer to the below table to plan your journey to Tapri 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	Bhaba Nagar	350	5100	1550	10:45
9	Tapri	370	5600	1700	11:15

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

You need not change any bus

From Manali to Tapri:

SR. No.	SERVICE NO.	MANALI	TAPRI	DURATION	DEPOT	TYPE	ORIGIN	DESTINATION	ONLINE BOOKING
1	866	11:27 AM	4:30 AM	17:03 Hrs	KEYLONG	ORDINARY	UDAIPUR	RECONGPEO	NO

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• Pros
  • Open throughout the year
• Cons
  • Travel time is very high.

 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 Tapri from Manali on your own Vehicle 

If you can reach Manali in your own Vehicle then reaching Tapri 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 Tapri in the evening..
2. Road near Tapri 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. The road from Rampur to Tapri is considered among the most dangerous roads so driving should be done carefully.
5. In winter there would be snow at Jalori pass so better take the route via Karsog.
6. There are limited petrol pumps the way after Rampur.

How to reach Tapri from Manali on a bike

Lots of bikers every year travel to Spiti via this route. Tapri is also on their destination list.

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

1. Every bike can reach Tapri but prefer a bike with > 150 cc engine.
2. Road from Manali to Kaza is in very bad shape. Kindly plan well before traveling. 
3. Make your bike fully serviced. 
4. Ride carefully as the road is considered dangerous road
5. Carry rain covers along with as there might be rain at higher reaches.
6. There are many landslide-prone areas that are treacherous during the rainy season.
7. Petrol pumps on this route are at Manali, Kaza, and near Reckong Peo.

How to reach Tapri from Manali on a Taxi

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

1. Drivers should be experienced in traveling in these areas.
2. Ground clearance of the Vehicle to be good.
3. Negotiate well before finalization.

How to reach Tapri from Manali by Train

Tapri and Manali are not connected by train.

How to reach Tapri from Manali by air

Since Tapri 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 Tapri from Manali”

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

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

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

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