Kullu,
located in the lap of nature and boasting of a pristine climate, is a
major tourist attraction in North India. Pilgrims, trekkers, and other
frequent travelers flock in large number to this tourist spot. The place
offers a romantic location for honeymooners too. Kullu stands on the
western side of the bank of Beas River and serves as an ideal tourist
destination during the months of April to July The place is well
connected with the rest of India, through all modes of transportations.
How to reach Kullu is dealt in detail, down this page.
By Air
Kullu has an airport of its own, known as Bhunter airport, which is
siatuted at a distance of approximately 10 kilometers distance from the
main town. Indian Airlines and Jagson Airlines operate flights to places
like Delhi and Shimla, round the year. It takes hardly 90 minutes to
reach Kullu from Delhi, by air. From the airport, one can easily get
taxis fo reaching the main town.
By Rail
Joginder Nagar is the closest railhead from Kullu, situated at the
distance of 125 km. Other than this, Pathankot at 285 km, Simla at 270
km, Chandigarh at 267 km, and Kalka are other major railheads near the
place that offer excellent traveling facilities. There are regular buses
from these places, making it very easy travelers to reach Kullu.
By Road
Kullu is well connected with major cities of the state, along with the
nearby ones, like Delhi and Chandigarh. The distance from Delhi is 522
km approximately, with Ambala, Chandigarh, Ropar, Kiratpur, Bilaspur and
Mandi as the main stations on the way. Himachal Pradesh Tourism
Development Corporation (HPTDC) provides excellent transportation
facility for travelers, along with some private transporters.