Dharamshala & McLeodganj
Kangra → Dharamshala → McLeodganj → Naddi
From, per person
₹8,499
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Taxi service in Dharamshala
Local drivers who live here, fixed fares in writing, and pickups from any hotel in lower Dharamshala, Sidhbari or the stadium area.
Dharamshala is spread across a steep hillside, and getting around it is half local knowledge. Kotwali Bazaar jams at school time, the road to McLeodganj is one-way in places, and parking near the stadium on match days is close to impossible. Our drivers deal with all of that every day.
Most of our Dharamshala bookings are one of three things: a drop to Gaggal Airport, a day of sightseeing, or a long drive out to Manali, Dalhousie, Amritsar or Chandigarh. All three are below, with real fares.
Where we pick up in Dharamshala
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Kotwali Bazaar and the bus stand
The main pickup point in lower Dharamshala; we wait at the taxi stand side.
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HPCA Stadium and Civil Lines
Hotels near the stadium; on match days we pick up from the back road.
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Sidhbari and Gyuto
Quiet hotels on the airport side of town, 15 minutes closer to Gaggal.
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Norbulingka and Sidhpur
Pickups from the institute gate and nearby guesthouses.
Taxi fares from and to Dharamshala
| Route | Distance | Sedan | SUV | Tempo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaggal Airport (DHM) → Dharamshala | 13 km | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| Pathankot Stn → Dharamshala | 88 km | ₹1,056 | ₹1,584 | ₹2,112 |
| Dharamshala → Manali | 235 km | ₹2,820 | ₹4,230 | ₹5,640 |
| Dharamshala → Dalhousie | 120 km | ₹1,440 | ₹2,160 | ₹2,880 |
| Dharamshala → Bir | 70 km | ₹840 | ₹1,260 | ₹1,680 |
| Dharamshala → Amritsar | 200 km | ₹2,400 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,800 |
| Chandigarh → Dharamshala | 240 km | ₹2,880 | ₹4,320 | ₹5,760 |
| Dharamshala → Shimla | 235 km | ₹2,820 | ₹4,230 | ₹5,640 |
One-way fares at Sedan ₹12/km, SUV ₹18/km, Tempo Traveller ₹24/km, ₹700 minimum, tolls and parking included. Full list on the Himachal taxi fare chart.
A full sightseeing day from Dharamshala
War Memorial → St John in the Wilderness → McLeodganj (Tsuglagkhang) → Bhagsu → Naddi sunset
About 8 hours and 40 km. We drop you at the McLeodganj square and wait below, which is faster than sitting in bazaar traffic.
Other cab services for Dharamshala
Taxi in Dharamshala: questions
How do I book a taxi in Dharamshala?
WhatsApp or call +91 98052 97067 with your pickup point, drop and time. We confirm the car, the driver's number and a fixed fare in writing, usually within minutes between 8 am and 9 pm.
What is the taxi fare from Dharamshala to Gaggal Airport?
₹700 one way in a sedan, SUV or Tempo Traveller, including parking. It is about 13 km and 30–40 minutes.
Can I hire a taxi in Dharamshala for a full day?
Yes. A full-day sightseeing cab covers McLeodganj, Bhagsu, Naddi, St John's and Norbulingka. Ask us for the day rate for your group size.
Are there app cabs in Dharamshala?
App-based cabs are limited in the hills. Local taxi unions and pre-booked operators like us are how most people get around.
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Trips from Dharamshala
Himachal Family Tour
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From, per person
₹13,999
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Need a cab in Dharamshala?
Send your pickup point and time on WhatsApp. We confirm the car, the driver and a fixed fare.