The nearest airport to Dharamshala is in Gaggal which is around 15 km from the city. There are no direct flights to Dharamshala. One can take a flight to Chandigarh and then take a taxi or bus to Dharamshala.
Dharamshala is well connected by road to all major cities in India. NH-22 passes through Dharamshala connecting it to Chandigarh in the north and Manali in the south.
Dharamsala is located on the Kangra Valley Railway Line. The nearest railway stations are at Pathankot and Joginder Nagar.
There is a bus service connecting Dharamshala with major towns in Himachal Pradesh. There are also taxis available for hire.