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Major city · India

Kulluकुल्लू

Spend 2 days in Kullu for a mix of nature, adventure and cultural sights; skip if you only have time for Manali.

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Kullu is a small hill station about 40 km from Manali, offering access to Rohtang Pass, hot springs, temples and adventure sports. Two days let you see the main sights and try a short trek or rafting.

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3 pages, for the metro and roaming-off days
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
Weather
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Currency
INR
Best months
Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct
avoid Jul–Aug (monsoon)
Airport
KUU
Nights
2

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide for Kullu: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
Rules in force · 6
  • South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
  • South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
  • India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
  • India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
  • India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
  • India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.

Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide

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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾

Not in this guide yet

  • Walking areas with bag rules
  • Day plans checked against opening hours
  • Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
  • Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Kullu100 ▾
  • Police100
  • Fire/ambulance101
  • General emergency112

Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.

EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Kullu, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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Cost cheat-sheet

2026 desk estimate · check

Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.

  • Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Local taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))₹150–₹250 (≈ US$2–3)
  • Metro or bus rideBus ticket (city)₹20–₹40 (≈ under US$1)
  • Budget bedDormitory bed, a night, per person₹300 (≈ US$4)
  • Mid-range bedStandard double room, a night, per room₹3,500 (≈ US$40)
  • High-end bedStandard double room, a night, per room₹6,000 (≈ US$70)

A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹1,200 (≈ US$14) · Mid ₹2,500 (≈ US$30) · High ₹5,000 (≈ US$60)

Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →

DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works

Decide

What it is known for, and when the weather works

At a glance

What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.

Rohtang PassGreat Himalayan National ParkDussehra festivalTrout from River Beas
Airports
KUU Kullu–Manali Airport (Flights from Chandigarh and Delhi (Alliance Air).)

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    not flagged

    7°C (45°F)

  2. Feb

    not flagged

    9°C (48°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    15°C (59°F)

  4. Apr

    Best

    20°C (68°F)

  5. May

    Best

    25°C (77°F)

  6. Jun

    Best

    28°C (82°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    30°C (86°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    30°C (86°F)

  9. Sep

    Best

    26°C (79°F)

  10. Oct

    Best

    20°C (68°F)

  11. Nov

    not flagged

    13°C (55°F)

  12. Dec

    not flagged

    8°C (46°F)

Best: Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →

Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)), coolest Jan (−2°C (28°F) low), wettest Aug (13 rain days), driest Feb (4). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Kullu: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

7°C (45°F)

−2°C (28°F)

5 rd

Feb

9°C (48°F)

−1°C (30°F)

4 rd

Mar

15°C (59°F)

4°C (39°F)

6 rd

Apr

20°C (68°F)

8°C (46°F)

5 rd

May

25°C (77°F)

12°C (54°F)

4 rd

Jun

28°C (82°F)

15°C (59°F)

7 rd

Jul

30°C (86°F)

18°C (64°F)

12 rd

Aug

30°C (86°F)

18°C (64°F)

13 rd

Sep

26°C (79°F)

13°C (55°F)

9 rd

Oct

20°C (68°F)

8°C (46°F)

6 rd

Nov

13°C (55°F)

2°C (36°F)

5 rd

Dec

8°C (46°F)

−1°C (30°F)

6 rd

High / low, both scales · rd = rain days

Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Arrive & move

Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in

Getting around

Intra‑town buses and shared taxis run frequently; motorbike rentals are common for mountain rides.

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Rohtang Pass

go

Door to door: ≈1 h

Bus or shared taxi from Kullu, about 45 min; road may be closed in winter

Check permit requirement and road status.

Manikaran

go

Door to door: ≈45 min

Bus from Kullu, ~30 min

Hot springs and Sikh temple.

Jalori Pass

caution

Door to door: ≈3 h

Private taxi or jeep safari, ~2 h

Seasonal access; best in summer.

Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in

Eat & sleep

Which area to sleep in

Where to sleep

Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.

Himalayan Hamlet Valley View Hotel & Resort

Comfortable hotel near the main road; good base for short trips.

Hotel Shobla Royale

Has restaurant, bar and parking; near Dussehra Ground.

The Garsa Village Homestay

Pahari cottage‑villa; affordable for longer stays.

PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Practical

What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card

Cost per day

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
₹1,200–₹2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
Mid
₹2,500–₹4,000 (≈ US$30–50) excl. bed
High
₹5,000 (≈ US$60)+ excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency
Standard double room1 × 2 nights × ₹3,500₹7,000
Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × ₹2,500₹10,000
Bus from Delhi to Kullu (state deluxe)2 × ₹1,000 · check₹2,000
Rohtang Pass permit2 × ₹500 · check₹1,000
eSIM (1 week data)2 × ₹800 · check₹1,600
Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge₹2,160
Trip total≈ ₹5,940 per person per day, bed included₹23,760≈ US$300

2026 estimate in INR; flights and long‑distance train passes excluded.

Prices of common things

Trout dish (restaurant)₹250–₹500 (≈ US$3–6)
Apple (per kg)₹80–₹120 (≈ US$1–2)
Local taxi (5 km)₹150–₹250 (≈ US$2–3)
Bus ticket (city)₹20–₹40 (≈ under US$1)
Rafting package (half‑day)₹1,200–₹2,000 (≈ US$14–25)

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Kullu is generally safe; watch for sudden weather changes, road landslides, and keep valuables secure in crowded buses.
  • Roads can be narrow and winding; drive cautiously, especially in monsoon.
  • Rohtang Pass may be closed due to snow; check status before traveling.

Emergency numbers

Police
100
Fire/ambulance
101
General emergency
112

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Kulluकुल्लू

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My bed tonight

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कृपया इस पते पर ले जाएँTo this address, please

Emergency

  • Police100
  • Fire/ambulance101
  • General emergency112

Embassy

US consulate in Delhi; other embassies in New Delhi.

My embassy: —

Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Delhi → Kullu (state deluxe bus): ≈₹1,000, 12–14 h (check)
  • Kullu → Rohtang Pass (shared taxi): ≈₹300–₹500, 45 min (check)
  • Local bus (city): ₹20–₹40 (≈ under US$1) per ride

Say or show

  • माफ़ कीजिए — Excuse me / Sorry (maaf kijiye)
  • धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavaad)
  • कितना है? — How much is it? (kitna hai?)
  • शौचालय कहाँ है? — Where is the toilet? (shauchalay kahan hai?)
  • क्या कार्ड से भुगतान कर सकते हैं? — Can I pay by card? (kya card se bhugtan kar sakte hain?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources

Deep dive

What this guide covers so far, and its sources

Not a trip line yet

This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Kullu. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Mar–Jun, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (monsoon) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 3 bands
  5. 3 day-trips, door to door
  6. 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. Add a guided trek to the Great Himalayan National Park for nature lovers.
  2. Combine Kullu with a night in Manali for extended mountain experience.

Meanwhile

Back to India

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