Chandratal at 4,300 m is a crescent-shaped glacial lake in Spiti. Accessed by road from Manali (via Batal) or Kaza (via Kunzum). Camp near Batal, walk 2.5 km to the lake at dawn.
One-way fares from major cities. Round trip is roughly 1.8× the one-way price (driver's return day built in). All fares include tolls, parking & driver allowance.
| From | Distance | Time | Sedan | SUV | Innova | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manali | 74 km | 3 hrs | ₹2,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,900 | Details |
| Kasol | 91 km | 3 hrs | ₹2,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,900 | Details |
| Kullu | 116 km | 4 hrs | ₹2,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,900 | Details |
| Mandi | 166 km | 6 hrs | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,300 | Details |
| Dharamshala | 193 km | 7 hrs | ₹3,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹5,100 | Details |
| Shimla | 245 km | 9 hrs | ₹4,200 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,500 | Details |
| Chandigarh | 324 km | 12 hrs | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,300 | Details |
| Delhi | 668 km | 24 hrs | ₹12,400 | ₹15,500 | ₹19,200 | Details |
Couples & solo travellers. Fine for tarred roads up to Manali/Shimla/Dharamshala.
Families of 4-5, moderate luggage, better ground clearance for last-mile rough stretches.
High-altitude routes (Kaza, Chandratal), 6 pax + luggage, best comfort on long drives.