Pathankot to Chamba Distance:
118 KM Route & Travel Guide
Complete travel guide: 118 km road distance via NH 154A Banikhet highway, HRTC bus timings, Chamera Dam Lake boating, taxi fares, and top attractions.
Quick Distance Summary: Pathankot to Chamba
Pathankot to Chamba Road Distance
Route: Pathankot ➔ Banikhet ➔ Koti ➔ Chamba (NH 154A)
HRTC Bus Timings
Ordinary & Deluxe buses from Pathankot ISBT (₹180 - ₹260 seat)
Nearest Railway Gateway
Broad gauge rail terminal for Chamba valley travelers
Pathankot to Chamba Distance by Road (NH 154A Details)
The road route from Pathankot to Chamba spans 118 kilometers along the National Highway 154A. You cross from Punjab into Himachal Pradesh at Tunnuhat, winding upwards to Banikhet before descending into the dramatic canyon of the Ravi River.
Travel Duration & Highway Breakdown
Driving by private car takes approximately 3.5 hours, while state transport HRTC buses take around 4 hours. You can also visit Chamera Lake boating points en route near Taleru.
Chamba to Pathankot Distance & Return Buses
The return travel distance from Chamba to Pathankot is 118 km. HRTC buses run daily from Chamba New Bus Stand to Pathankot ISBT starting from 04:30 AM.
Top Attractions in Chamba
Chamera Lake & Taleru Boating
Turquoise blue reservoir lake offering speed boating, motorboat rides & hill views.
Historic Chaugan Meadow
Vast green promenade in the town center host to the famous Minjar Fair.
Laxmi Narayan Temple Complex
10th-century stone temple complex built by Raja Sahil Varman with wooden shikhara roofs.
Bhuri Singh Museum
Preserving 1000-year-old royal artifacts, Basohli miniature paintings, and Chamba Rumals.
Frequently Asked Questions (Pathankot to Chamba)
What is the road distance from Pathankot to Chamba?
Pathankot to Chamba road distance is 118 KM via National Highway 154A (via Banikhet).
How much time does it take to travel from Pathankot to Chamba?
It takes approximately 3.5 hours by car or taxi and around 4 hours by HRTC passenger bus.
Are buses available from Pathankot to Chamba?
Yes, regular HRTC and private passenger buses operate daily from Pathankot ISBT to Chamba ISBT starting from 05:00 AM onwards.