Jhansi to Shimla
Distance, road route, travel options and tentative fare estimates by car, bus and train from Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh to Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.
Approx Distance: 837 km
Approx Duration: 18.6 hrs
Route overview
Jhansi to Shimla is about 837 km by road, roughly 18.6 hours of travel time.
By car: Jhansi to Shimla
About 17h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Jhansi. Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
- 150 km (about 3h of driving) — Rest stop around km 150. Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
- 150 km (about 3h of driving) — Rest stop around km 300. Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
- 119 km (about 2h 22m of driving) — Overnight halt around km 419. Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
- 150 km (about 3h of driving) — Rest stop around km 569. Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
- 150 km (about 3h of driving) — Rest stop around km 719. Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
- 119 km (about 2h 22m of driving) — Arrive in Shimla
By bus: Jhansi to Shimla
Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Jhansi. Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Jhansi. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Jhansi → Shimla. AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~837 km Takes about 18h 36m. Tentative fare ₹920–₹2,390.
- Arrive in Shimla
By train: Jhansi to Shimla
The nearest railway stations are Jhansi Jn for Jhansi and Shimla for Shimla. There is no direct train between them in our timetable data; most travellers change trains at a major junction. Options with a change:
- With two changes, 40h 37m in total: Bhopal-New Delhi Shatabdi Express (12001) 05:38 PM Khajraha to 10:30 PM New Delhi, then Kalka Shatabdi Express (12011) 07:40 AM New Delhi to 11:45 AM Kalka, then Shivalik Deluxe Express (52451) 05:30 AM Kalka to 10:15 AM Shimla — change at New Delhi (about 9h 10m wait) and Kalka (about 17h 45m wait)
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.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 837 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹9,310 · Sedan ₹10,980 · SUV ₹14,380 · Innova / MUV ₹16,100 · Tempo Traveller ₹18,710
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹920 · AC Seater ₹1,510 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,340 · AC Sleeper ₹1,930 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,390
- Train: Sleeper ₹530 · Economy ₹870 · Third AC ₹1,200 · Second AC ₹1,700 · First AC ₹2,370
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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