Chandigarh to Kurukshetra by tempo traveller or bus

Kurukshetra is a pilgrimage destination in Haryana, ≈ 104 km from Chandigarh. Tell us your dates and group size and verified operators send you itemised quotes to compare.

Chandigarh to Kurukshetra is ≈ 104 km by road, 2–3 hours in a tempo traveller or bus. A day trip in a 17-seater tempo traveller costs ₹6,800–8,400, and ₹15,000–20,200 in a 49-seater coach (as of Oct 2026).

Distance
≈ 104 km
estimated
Drive time
2–3 h
group vehicle
Plan for
a day trip
or 2 days to see more
Round trip
~229 km
crosses a state border
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Chandigarh to Kurukshetra fare by vehicle

Round trip with driver over one day, about 229 km in all. Pick a vehicle to get exact quotes.

Chandigarh to Kurukshetra: indicative fares by vehicle
VehicleSeatsRound trip, 1 dayQuotes
SUV / Innova6–7₹4,700–6,300Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 12-seater9–12₹5,800–7,400Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 17-seater13–17₹6,800–8,400Get quotes
Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater18–26₹7,900–10,000Get quotes
Force Urbania (luxury van)10–17₹8,900–11,600Get quotes
Mini Bus 28–35 seater27–35₹11,000–15,000Get quotes
AC Coach 40–49 seater36–49₹15,000–20,200Get quotes
AC Coach 50–56 seater50–56₹17,600–22,800Get quotes

Indicative range, updated Oct 2026; actual quotes from verified operators may differ. For a day trip with driver: vehicle hire at the class's ₹/km band (minimum 250 km a day), driver allowance ₹500 a day, night halt ₹300, 5% GST. Tolls and parking are extra, at actual cost. State entry tax for crossing the border is not included yet; operators add it on the quote. Post your trip for exact itemised quotes.

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Add to the trip: around Kurukshetra

Distances are estimated from the map.

  • Karnal · ≈ 41 km from Kurukshetra
  • Yamunanagar · ≈ 51 km from Kurukshetra
  • Ambala · ≈ 57 km from Kurukshetra
  • Patiala · ≈ 76 km from Kurukshetra
  • Panipat · ≈ 79 km from Kurukshetra
  • Saharanpur · ≈ 80 km from Kurukshetra

Good to know

  • Temple towns get crowded on festivals and weekends. Start early, and ask the operator about parking close to the temple for elderly travellers.
  • Crossing a state border adds a permit or entry tax for commercial vehicles. Operators with an all-India permit include it; ask for it on the quote.
  • Quotes usually include fuel, driver, and his food and stay. Tolls, parking and state taxes are listed separately. Yippigo shows each quote line by line.

Questions groups ask

How far is Kurukshetra from Chandigarh by road?

≈ 104 km one way (estimated from the map), so about 229 km for the round trip with local running. The drive takes 2–3 hours with tea and meal stops.

What is the tempo traveller fare from Chandigarh to Kurukshetra?

For a day trip with driver: ₹5,800–7,400 (Tempo Traveller 12-seater), ₹6,800–8,400 (Tempo Traveller 17-seater), ₹7,900–10,000 (Tempo Traveller 20–26 seater), indicative, October 2026. That covers vehicle hire, the driver allowance, night halts and 5% GST; tolls and parking are extra. State entry tax for Haryana is not in these figures; operators add it on the quote.

How much does a bus from Chandigarh to Kurukshetra cost?

For a day trip with driver: ₹11,000–15,000 (Mini Bus 28–35 seater), ₹15,000–20,200 (AC Coach 40–49 seater), ₹17,600–22,800 (AC Coach 50–56 seater), as of Oct 2026. Hotels, food and entry tickets are extra. State entry tax for Haryana is not in these figures; operators add it on the quote.

How many days should a group plan for Kurukshetra?

Most groups make it a day trip, or 2 days to see more. With an extra day you can add Karnal and Yamunanagar.

Which vehicle suits my group?

Up to 7 people fit an SUV or Innova; 9–26 a tempo traveller; 27–35 a mini bus; 36–56 a full-size coach. Leave a seat or two spare for luggage on long trips.

How do I get exact prices?

Post your dates and group size on Yippigo. Up to 6 verified operators near Chandigarh are invited to quote, aiming for 3 quotes: vehicle, driver, tolls and permits line by line. You compare and pay the operator you choose an advance (20–30%) directly.

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