Planning a Delhi to Manali road trip requires more than just fuel and music, it’s about choosing the right route for comfort, scenery, and safety. The most popular route is Delhi → Chandigarh → Mandi → Manali, covering around 550 km in about 12 to 13 hours via NH44 and NH3. This route offers smooth highways, clean dhabas at Murthal, Karnal, and Bilaspur, and beautiful views of Beas River and Sundernagar Valley.
For those who prefer less traffic and more nature, the Delhi → Kangra → Mandi → Manali
