Delhi to Manali Trip Cost 2026: 5 Days from ₹12,000
By the TripSahay team · 10 October 2026 · 6 min read
Estimated 5-day Delhi to Manali budget: ₹12,000–₹20,000 per person. Volvo bus vs car costs, Old Manali stays, Solang and Atal Tunnel taxis, food and hidden costs.
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The short answer
A 5-day Delhi to Manali trip is estimated at ₹12,000 to ₹20,000 per person on a standard budget, including travel, stay, food and local sightseeing. All figures are estimates for planning only.
Getting there
Manali is around 530–550 km from Delhi, usually a 12–14 hour journey:
- Overnight Volvo bus: estimated ₹1,200–₹2,000 per person one way — the most popular choice.
- Driving (round trip ~1,100 km): estimated ₹8,000–₹10,000 fuel plus tolls, sensible for a group of four.
- Flying to Bhuntar (Kullu) is possible but often costly with few flights.
Stay, food and local trips
Daily costs in Manali depend on where you stay:
- Old Manali homestays: about ₹1,200–₹2,500 per room per night; Mall Road hotels usually cost more.
- Local taxi to Solang Valley or the Atal Tunnel side: estimated ₹2,500–₹4,500 per vehicle per day.
- Rohtang Pass needs a permit and has limited vehicle slots — check before planning.
- Food: cafes and dhabas around ₹400–₹700 per person per day.
Hidden costs to plan for
These often surprise first-time visitors:
- Snow gear rental (jackets, boots) in Solang: ₹300–₹500 per person.
- Activity prices like paragliding vary a lot — fix the price before you start.
- Peak season (May–June, Christmas) raises hotel rates sharply.
Delhi to Manali trip cost for couples, friends and families
For a couple, the Delhi to Manali trip budget is roughly twice the per-person estimate, a little less because hotel rooms and the Solang or Rohtang cab are shared. Groups of four save most on cabs, which cost the same whether two or four people ride, so a 5-day Manali trip for friends is usually cheaper per head than a solo one.
If you add Kasol, Kullu or a Shimla Manali circuit, add one or two nights and the extra cab or bus fares. Enter your route in TripSahay to see an Estimated total before comparing Manali tour packages or a Manali honeymoon package.
Cheapest time to visit Manali from Delhi and how to save
May–June summer holidays and Christmas–New Year are the costliest times for a Manali trip. March–April and October–November usually have better hotel prices and clearer roads; winter brings snow but possible road closures beyond Solang.
Save by taking an overnight Volvo from Delhi, staying in Old Manali guest houses, booking local cabs for full days instead of point-to-point, renting snow gear only when needed, and checking Rohtang permit rules before paying for that day.
Delhi to Manali trip: common questions
How much does a Manali trip cost from Delhi? An Estimated ₹12,000–₹20,000 per person for 5 days on a standard budget, depending on season and travel.
What is the cheapest way from Delhi to Manali? A Volvo or HRTC bus is usually cheapest; flights to Bhuntar cost much more.
How many days are enough for Manali? Four to five days covers Manali town, Solang Valley and one long day trip.
Is the Rohtang Pass permit included? Permit and cab costs are separate; check current rules for your dates.
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