How To Reach Palampur

How to Reach Palampur, Himachal Pradesh, India

By Train:

The nearest railway station to Palampur is Palampur Himachal Railway Station. However, it is a narrow-gauge station with limited connectivity. The closest major broad gauge station is Pathankot Railway Station, which is about 112 kilometers from Palampur. Tourists can take a train to Pathankot from various parts of the country and then hire a taxi or take a bus to reach Palampur.

By Flight:

The nearest airport to Palampur is Gaggal Airport (also known as Kangra Airport) in Dharamshala, which is approximately 40 kilometers away. Visitors can fly to Gaggal from different parts of India and then hire a taxi to reach Palampur.

By Road:

Palampur is well-connected to various cities and towns in North India by road. Visitors can take a bus or hire a taxi from nearby cities to reach Palampur. National Highway 154 passes close to Palampur and provides good connectivity to travelers.

Reaching Palampur from India's Top 10 Cities

1. Mumbai

• Distance by road: Approximately 1911 kilometers via NH48
• Stopover Suggestion: Jaipur or New Delhi for a break to manage the long journey
• By Flight: Direct flights to Gaggal Airport from Mumbai; then hire a taxi to Palampur
• By Train: Trains to Pathankot and then a taxi/bus to Palampur

2. Delhi

• Distance by road: Approximately 487 kilometers via NH44 and NH154
• Stopover Suggestion: Chandigarh for refreshments and rest
• By Flight: Direct flights to Gaggal Airport from New Delhi; then hire a taxi to Palampur
• By Train: Trains to Pathankot and then a taxi/bus to Palampur

3. Kolkata

• Distance by road: Approximately 1854 kilometers via NH19
• Stopover Suggestion: Lucknow or New Delhi to break the journey
• By Flight: Flights with one stopover to Gaggal Airport; then hire a taxi to Palampur
• By Train: Trains to Pathankot and then a taxi/bus to Palampur

4. Bengaluru

5. Hyderabad

6. Ahmedabad

7. Chennai

8. Pune

9. Surat

10. Jaipur

Nearest Airport Name: Gaggal Airport (Dharamshala)

Nearest Railway Station Name: Pathankot Railway Station

Please note that travel times by road may change based on actual traffic conditions, and stopover suggestions are indicative, depending on the traveler's needs and preferences. Always check recent travel advisories and road condition updates before starting the journey.