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Chail to Solan

The distance from Chail to Solan is about 14 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Solan is 70 km from Chandigarh, 300 km from Delhi, and 45 km south of Shimla, is easily

14 kmDistance
1 hrsDuration

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Hatchback₹250
Sedan₹280
SUV₹390
Innova / MUV₹470
Tempo Traveller₹610
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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹20
AC Seater₹30
Non-AC Sleeper₹20
AC Sleeper₹30
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹90
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Train
Sleeper₹40
Economy₹40
Third AC₹50
Second AC₹60
First AC₹70
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Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.

Overview

The distance from Chail to Solan is about 14 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Solan is 70 km from Chandigarh, 300 km from Delhi, and 45 km south of Shimla, is easily approachable through road route by state transport buses or taxis (₹1000 from Chandigarh and 3500 from Delhi); is en-route Shimla on NH-22. The narrow-gauge Kalka-Shimla railway passes through Solan.

Route Map

By Car: Chail to Solan

14 km · ~17m · About 0h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Chail

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 14 km · 17m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Solan

    Solan, Himachal Pradesh

Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.

By Bus: Chail to Solan

14 km · ~19m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Chail

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Chail. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Chail → Solan

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~14 km

    ~19m|Tentative fare ₹20–₹90

  3. Arrive in Solan

    Solan, Himachal Pradesh

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Chail to Solan

Nearest railway stations: Salogra for Chail, Kalka for Solan.

Direct trains

Kalka Shimla Passenger#52457 · Passenger
06:25 AMBarog
12m1 stops
06:37 AMSolan
Shivalik Deluxe Express#52451 · Express
07:33 AMBarog
11m1 stops
07:44 AMSolan
Kalka Shimla Express#52453 · Passenger
08:15 AMBarog
12m1 stops
08:27 AMSolan
Kalka Shimla Holiday Special#02451 · Passenger
09:10 AMBarog
12m1 stops
09:22 AMSolan
Himalayan Queen#52455 · Passenger
02:25 PMBarog
12m1 stops
02:37 PMSolan

Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.

Transport Options

By Car

Approximately 14 km by road from Chail to Solan, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

Distance: 14 kmDuration: 1 hours
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By Train

The nearest railway station to Solan is Solan railway station, about 0 km from the town centre.

Distance: 14 km

Railhead

Reach Solan railway station, then continue by local transport.

  • Solan railway station — about 0 km
  • Barog railway station — about 2 km
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Budget Estimate

road

14 km

1 hours

Approximately 14 km by road from Chail to Solan, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

train

14 km

The nearest railway station to Solan is Solan railway station, about 0 km from the town centre.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Solan from Chail?

About 14 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).

2. Which airport is closest to Solan?

Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport (IXC), about 39 km away.

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