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Chandigarh to Shimla

The distance from Chandigarh to Shimla is about 70 km by road, roughly 1.5 hours (estimated).

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70 kmDistance

1.5 hrsDuration

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Car / Taxi

Swift Dzire₹5,855

Ertiga₹7,430

Innova₹7,745

Innova Crysta₹9,570

Tempo Traveller (12)₹13,100

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus

Non-AC Seater₹80

AC Seater₹130

Non-AC Sleeper₹110

AC Sleeper₹160

Volvo / Multi-Axle₹250

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Train

Sleeper₹70

Economy₹100

Third AC₹130

Second AC₹170

First AC₹230

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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 Chandigarh to Shimla is about 70 km by road, roughly 1.5 hours (estimated).

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By Car: Chandigarh to Shimla

70 km · ~1h 24m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.

Start from Chandigarh
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
70 km · 1h 24m drive from previous stop
Arrive in Shimla
Shimla, 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: Chandigarh to Shimla

70 km · ~1h 33m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

Board at Chandigarh
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Chandigarh. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
Chandigarh → Shimla
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~70 km
~1h 33m|Tentative fare ₹80–₹250
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Arrive in Shimla
Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Hotels in Shimla

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

By Train: Chandigarh to Shimla

Nearest railway stations: Chandigarh for Chandigarh, Shimla for Shimla.

Direct trains

Shivalik Deluxe Express#52451 · Express

05:30 AMKalka

2h 14m8 stops

07:44 AMSolan

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Kalka Shimla Express#52453 · Passenger

06:00 AMKalka

2h 27m8 stops

08:27 AMSolan

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Kalka Shimla Holiday Special#02451 · Passenger

07:00 AMKalka

2h 22m8 stops

09:22 AMSolan

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Himalayan Queen#52455 · Passenger

12:10 PMKalka

2h 27m8 stops

02:37 PMSolan

CCRunning days & live status ↗

Kalka Shimla Holiday Special#02453 · Passenger

12:45 PMKalka

2h 32m8 stops

03:17 PMSolan

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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.

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Things to Do in Shimla

Paragliding

At a distance of 25 km from center of Shimla, Junga village offers paragliding for adventure enthusiasts.

Chadwick Falls

The waterfall is at its most beautiful just after the monsoon. But for much of the year it can be quite dry, and not as impressive.

Christ Church

Constructed in 1846, this is the second oldest church in North India. The stain-glass windows,representing charity, faith, patience, hope, fortitude and humility, and…

Hip Hip Hurray Amusement Park

An amusement offering adventure activities like Burma bridge crossing, Flying Fox, rock climbing, boating, various rides, indoor golf & video games. Also has a…

Lower Bazaar

The Lower Bazaar is home to the city's less expensive hotels, cheaper restaurants and shops, and a congested wholesale vegetable market.

The Mall

The Mall is the main shopping centre of Shimla. This shopping centre has a good number of banks, restaurants, post offices, clubs, bars and tourists offices.

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Suggested Shimla Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Shimla

Travel from Chandigarh to Shimla (about 1.5 hrs by road) and check in
Visit Jakhu Temple

Day 2Explore Shimla

Visit Christ Church
Visit Dhingu Mata Temple
Visit Jakhoo Temple

Day 3Last sights and departure

Visit Himachal State Museum
Head back to Chandigarh

Suggested from Shimla's top sights.

Travel Tips

Government and private buses are available from Chandigarh to Shimla within a gap of half an hour.

The bus from Mandi leaves around 9AM, for about ₹300 (as of Aug 2023).

Buses, for example to Manali and Dharamsala, can be booked in advance or on the day of travel up to a few hours before departure from the government office next to the official tourist information centre at Scandal Point.