Naggar is 26 km from Manali, about 45 minutes by road, and 22 km from Kullu, about 40 minutes by road. The nearest airport is Bhuntar (Kullu–Manali). From Delhi the usual route is the overnight Volvo bus towards Manali, getting off at Patlikuhal and taking a taxi up to Naggar. We can arrange a paid pickup from Patlikuhal, Naggar Chowk or Naggar Castle: ₹400 from Patlikuhal, ₹200 from Naggar Chowk, ₹150 from Naggar Castle.
From Manali
Naggar is 26 km from Manali, about 45 minutes by car or taxi. The route runs along the left bank of the Beas river (NH3 and the left-bank road).
Local HRTC buses run between Manali bus stand and Naggar roughly every two hours. Shared taxis and private taxis also make the trip. As a rough guide, a bus costs around ₹50, a shared-taxi seat from Old Manali around ₹100 to ₹150, and a private taxi around ₹600 to ₹800 for the trip. These are approximate and fares change, so agree the price before you set off.
From Kullu, and by air
22 km from Kullu, about 40 minutes by road, with buses and shared taxis from Kullu town. Bhuntar (Kullu–Manali) Airport (KUU) is 28 km away, about 45 minutes by road. The airport is the nearest to Naggar; for more flight connections many travellers fly into Chandigarh (280 km away) and continue by road.
From Delhi
Take an overnight Volvo bus towards Manali, a journey of roughly 14 hours. Get off at Patlikuhal and take a taxi up to Naggar, which takes around 20 minutes. If you would like us to arrange your pickup from Patlikuhal, see the fares below.
If you are arriving on an overnight bus and will be early, tell us in advance. Check-in 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Check-out by 12:00 noon. If you will arrive before check-in, tell us in advance and we will do what we can.
The last stretch
Google Maps directions to the property are accurate, and the pin is correct: 32.1145344, 77.173445. You can open the location in Google Maps and navigate straight to it. If anything on the final stretch looks unclear, message us on WhatsApp and we will guide you in.
Curious Cat Cottage is in Naggar village, about a 20-minute walk from the market. The village and the property are on a slope with steps, and there is no lift (as in most of the mountains).
Pickup and parking
Pickup is on request and is paid: ₹400 from Patlikuhal, ₹200 from Naggar Chowk, ₹150 from Naggar Castle. Message us on WhatsApp ahead of arrival.
Open street parking directly outside the property, safe for 2–3 vehicles.
Nearby places, from the cottage
Once you are here, these are the distances we have measured from the cottage:
- Roerich Art Gallery — 3 min by car or 10 min on foot.
- Naggar Castle — 7 min by car or 20 min on foot.
- Naggar market — 7 min by car or 20 min on foot.
The things to do in Naggar guide covers what each place is. If you are weighing Naggar against staying in Manali, see the Naggar versus Manali comparison, or read the Naggar stay guide for the wider picture.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to get from Manali to Naggar?
About 45 minutes by car or taxi over 26 km. The local bus takes about an hour and runs roughly every two hours.
Where do I get off the bus from Delhi?
Get off at Patlikuhal, then take a taxi to Naggar, which takes around 20 minutes. We can arrange a paid pickup (₹400 from Patlikuhal, ₹200 from Naggar Chowk, ₹150 from Naggar Castle); message us on WhatsApp beforehand.
Does Google Maps find Curious Cat Cottage correctly?
Yes. The directions and the pin are accurate. If the last stretch looks unclear, message us on WhatsApp.
Can I park at the cottage?
Open street parking directly outside the property, safe for 2–3 vehicles.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Check-out by 12:00 noon. If you are arriving early from an overnight bus, tell us in advance.