Major city · India
Rohru
Spend one night in Rohru for trout fishing or a short trek; bus from Delhi via Shimla takes about 14 h.
Rohru is a small hill town in Southern Himachal Pradesh offering valley views, a local temple and adventure activities. A single night covers the main sights and a fishing or trekking outing; longer stays are only for extended trekking routes.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- avoid Nov–Mar (cold)
- Airports
- SLV · IXC · DEL
- Nights
- 1
Not a trip line yet
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
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
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 Rohru100 ▾
- Police100
- Fire and ambulance101
- General emergency (all services)112
- Himachal tourist helpline (toll-free)1800-180-8080
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 Rohru, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyRohru is a quiet hill town and crime is rare; the real risks are the long, winding bus ride, monsoon landslides and leeches on wet forest trails…
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers100 police · 101 fire and ambulance · 112 General emergency (all services) (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckSLV Shimla Airport (Jubbarhatti) (Small airport, about 22 km (14 mi) from Shimla; most travellers reach Rohru by road via Shimla, 6–7 h by bus (check)).SLV Shimla Airport (Jubbarhatti) (Small airport, about 14 mi (22 km) from Shimla; most travellers reach Rohru by road via Shimla, 6–7 h by bus (check)).
- Getting aroundThe town is compact; walk to most attractions.
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.
- Airports
- SLV Shimla Airport (Jubbarhatti) (Small airport, about 22 km (14 mi) from Shimla; most travellers reach Rohru by road via Shimla, 6–7 h by bus (check)) · IXC Chandigarh Airport (Main gateway for Himachal; bus or taxi to Shimla, then on to Rohru (check)) · DEL Delhi Indira Gandhi International (Overnight bus to Shimla, then a second bus to Rohru; about 14 h door to door (check))SLV Shimla Airport (Jubbarhatti) (Small airport, about 14 mi (22 km) from Shimla; most travellers reach Rohru by road via Shimla, 6–7 h by bus (check)) · IXC Chandigarh Airport (Main gateway for Himachal; bus or taxi to Shimla, then on to Rohru (check)) · DEL Delhi Indira Gandhi International (Overnight bus to Shimla, then a second bus to Rohru; about 14 h door to door (check))
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Feb
Avoid
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Mar
Avoid
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Apr
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
May
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jun
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Aug
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Sep
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Oct
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Nov
Avoid
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Dec
Avoid
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Avoid: Nov–Mar. Month by month →
Warmest Jun (26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)), coolest Jan (1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C) low), wettest Jul (16 rain days), driest Nov (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Rohru: 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
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
5 rd
Feb
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
6 rd
Mar
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
6 rd
Apr
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
5 rd
May
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
9 rd
Jul
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
16 rd
Aug
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
16 rd
Sep
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
9 rd
Oct
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
4 rd
Nov
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
2 rd
Dec
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
3 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
The town is compact; walk to most attractions. Local shared taxis connect the bus stand with nearby villages.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Kasauli
goDoor to door: ≈2 h total
Bus from Rohru to Kasauli, about 2 h (check schedule)
Small hill station with colonial architecture.
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.
GMVN resort
Basic mountain lodge; book ahead in peak season.
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
- Budget
- ₹800–1,200 (≈ US$10–14) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹1,200–2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
- High
- ₹2,000 (≈ US$25)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| GMVN lodge basic room1 × 1 night × ₹800 | ₹800 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| Bus Delhi–Shimla–Rohru (round‑trip)1 × ₹1,500 · check | ₹1,500 |
| Trout fishing permit1 × ₹300 · check | ₹300 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₹380 |
| Trip total≈ ₹4,180 per person per day, bed included | ₹4,180≈ US$50 |
Includes simple meals.
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Dhabā meal (dal, roti, tea) | ₹150–200 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Bottle of water (500 ml) | ₹20–30 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Bus from Delhi via Shimla is a 14‑hour ride; plan for a night on the road.
- Facilities are limited; bring drinking water and snacks.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Fire and ambulance
- 101
- General emergency (all services)
- 112
- Himachal tourist helpline (toll-free)
- 1800-180-8080
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कृपया इस पते पर ले चलेंTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police100
- Fire and ambulance101
- General emergency (all services)112
Embassy
US consulate in Delhi; other embassies in New Delhi.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Delhi → Shimla → Rohru (bus): ≈ ₹1,500 one‑way, 14 h (check)
Say or show
- माफ़ कीजिए — Excuse me / Sorry (maaf kijiye)
- धन्यवाद — Thank you (dhanyavaad)
- यह कितने का है? — How much is it? (yeh kitne ka hai?)
- क्या मुझे पानी मिल सकता है? — Can I have water? (kya mujhe paani mil sakta hai?)
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 Rohru. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · avoid Nov–Mar (cold) · month by month →
- 3 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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