How to Reach Baijnath — Overview
Baijnath is connected by road, narrow gauge railway, and via Gaggal Airport (Kangra) 65 km away. Here is the complete transport guide from Delhi and major cities.
By Air — Gaggal Airport, Kangra (65 km)
Fly to Gaggal Airport (Dharamsala Airport, IATA: DHM) from Delhi in 1 hour. Hire a taxi from airport to Baijnath: 1.5 to 2 hours, approximately Rs 1500 to Rs 2000.
By Train — Paprola-Baijnath Station
Paprola-Baijnath is on the narrow gauge Pathankot to Jogindernagar toy train line. From Delhi, take a train to Pathankot Junction (broad gauge, 8 to 10 hrs), then the scenic toy train to Paprola-Baijnath.
By Bus from Delhi
HRTC and private operators run overnight Volvo buses from Delhi ISBT Kashmere Gate to Palampur (16 km from Baijnath). Journey time 11 to 13 hours. From Palampur, take a local bus or taxi 16 km to Baijnath.
By Car from Delhi
NH-44 via Ambala, Jalandhar, Pathankot, then NH-20 through Kangra and Palampur to Baijnath. Total 520 km, 10 to 12 hours.
Key Distances
- Palampur: 16 km (25 min) | Bir Billing: 24 km (45 min)
- Dharamsala: 50 km (1 hr) | Pathankot: 90 km (2 hrs)
- Chandigarh: 250 km (5 hrs) | Delhi: 520 km (10 to 12 hrs)