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The straight-line distance from Dharamsala to Solan is approximately 163 km (101 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 273 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks.
Solan does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is Simla (SLV). Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.
Search Flights to Nearest AirportIndian Railways connects Dharamsala and Solan with multiple daily services. The journey takes approximately 4 hrs 58 min. Rajdhani and Shatabdi express trains are faster, while mail and passenger trains make more stops but cost less.
Book in advance through IRCTC, especially during festivals and holidays when seats fill up quickly.
Check Trains on IRCTCBus travel is a popular and affordable option for the Dharamsala to Solan route. The journey takes approximately 6 hrs 4 min covering ~273 km. Both government and private operators service this route.
A road trip from Dharamsala to Solan covers approximately 273 km and takes around 4 hrs 30 min. Start early to make the most of daylight hours.
For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:
IRCTC — Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation — Book train tickets online
Airports Authority of India — Airport information and flight status
DGCA — Directorate General of Civil Aviation — Indian aviation regulator
Incredible India — Official tourism portal of India
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