Delhi-Keylong-Leh Bus Service Resumes on May 26 After Highway Reopening
Delhi-Keylong-Leh bus to resume service from May 26
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The Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) will resume its Delhi-Keylong-Leh bus service starting May 26, following the reopening of the Manali-Leh highway by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO). The 990-km journey will cost ₹1,839 and includes key stops like Jispa and Sarchu, with online booking available.
- 01The bus service will cover a distance of 990 km from Delhi to Leh.
- 02The fare for the journey is ₹1,839 (approximately $22 USD).
- 03Key stops along the route include Jispa, Darcha, Baralacha La, Sarchu, and Tanglang La.
- 04The bus will depart from Delhi at 12:10 PM and arrive in Keylong at 5:30 AM the next day, reaching Leh by 7 PM.
- 05The return journey from Leh will leave at 3:30 AM, arriving in Keylong by 4:30 PM.
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The Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) has announced the resumption of its Delhi-Keylong-Leh bus service starting May 26, following the recent reopening of the Manali-Leh highway by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO). This bus service covers a distance of 990 kilometers and will pass through several scenic destinations, including Jispa, Darcha, Baralacha La, Sarchu, and Tanglang La. According to HRTC Keylong regional manager Anshit Sharma, the fare for this journey will be ₹1,839 (approximately $22 USD), and passengers can book tickets online through the HRTC portal. The bus is scheduled to depart from Delhi at 12:10 PM, reaching Keylong at 5:30 AM the following day, and arriving in Leh by 7 PM. For the return journey, the bus will leave Leh at 3:30 AM and is expected to arrive in Keylong by 4:30 PM. This service is particularly important as it is suspended annually during winter due to heavy snowfall, making its resumption a significant development for travelers heading to Leh.
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The resumption of the bus service will facilitate travel for tourists and locals, enhancing connectivity to Leh, which is a popular destination.
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