The Delhi to Manali drive is about 530 km via NH44 + NH205 + NH3 and takes around 11.5 hours by car. In a petrol car doing 18 km/l, fuel for the one-way trip costs about Rs 3,007 at Delhi pump prices (Rs 102.12/litre, August 2026). Add roughly Rs 455 in tolls one-way, taking the road-trip budget to about Rs 3,462 each way.
Delhi to Manali fuel cost by vehicle
| Vehicle | One-way fuel | Round-trip fuel |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol car (18 km/l) | Rs 3,007 | Rs 6,014 |
| Diesel car (22 km/l) | Rs 2,293 | Rs 4,587 |
| CNG car (28 km/kg) | Rs 1,573 | Rs 3,146 |
| Bike (45 km/l) | Rs 1,203 | Rs 2,405 |
Fuel prices used: Delhi petrol Rs 102.12/l, diesel Rs 95.20/l, CNG Rs 83.09/kg (as of August 2026). One-way car toll: about Rs 455 (FASTag; NHAI revises rates every April).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does petrol cost from Delhi to Manali?
About Rs 3,007 one-way in a petrol car doing 18 km/l over the 530 km route, at Delhi prices of Rs 102.12 per litre.
What is the round-trip fuel cost for Delhi to Manali?
Roughly Rs 6,014 in a petrol car, Rs 4,587 in a diesel car, or Rs 3,146 in a CNG car, plus about Rs 910 in tolls both ways.
How much is the toll from Delhi to Manali?
About Rs 455 one-way for a car via NH44 + NH205 + NH3 (2025-26 FASTag rates; NHAI revises every April).
What is the cheapest way to drive from Delhi to Manali?
Among cars, CNG works out cheapest at about Rs 1,573 one-way; a bike costs about Rs 1,203 in petrol.