How to reach IISER Mohali
IISER Mohali is located in Sector 81, Knowledge City, SAS Nagar (Mohali), Punjab, near Chandigarh. The institute is well-connected by air, rail, and road, making it easily accessible from major cities in North India.
By Air
The nearest airport is Chandigarh International Airport (IXC), approximately 09 km (15-20 minutes) away from the campus.
From the Airport:
Taxi/Cab: Prepaid taxis and app-based cabs (Uber/Ola) are available.
Bus: CTU buses run frequently towards Mohali/Sector 70.
By Train
The closest major railway station is Chandigarh Railway Station (CDG), about 15 km (25-30 minutes) from IISER Mohali.
From Chandigarh Station:
Auto-rickshaw/Taxi: Directly available outside the station.
Bus: Take a CTU bus to Phase-8, Mohali, and then a short auto ride
Other Nearby Stations:
Mohali Railway Station (5 km away): Limited trains but closer.
Ambala Cantt (60 km away): Connects to major cities like Delhi.
By Road
From Chandigarh (10-15 km)
Local Buses: Punjab Roadways & CTU buses (Route numbers: 33, 34, 35) run towards Mohali.
Private Taxis/Autos: Easily available across Chandigarh.
From Other Cities
From Amritsar (~230 km): Direct buses/trains to Chandigarh, then local transport.
From Shimla (~110 km): HRTC buses or taxi via NH5.
Local Transport Near IISER Mohali
Auto-rickshaws & E-rickshaws: Available for short distances.
Cab Services: Uber, Ola, and local taxis operate in Mohali.
Public Buses: Punjab & Chandigarh Transport buses stop near Knowledge City.