Shimla to Delhi
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Shimla, Himachal Pradesh to Delhi, Haryana.
Tentative Fare Estimate
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.
Route Map
By Car: Shimla to Delhi
361 km · ~7h 53m · About 7h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Shimla
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near YamunanagarAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near BarautAbout 300 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
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: Shimla to Delhi
361 km · ~8h 1m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Shimla
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Shimla. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Shimla → Delhi
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~361 km
~8h 1m|Tentative fare ₹400–₹1,060
Usual tea / meal halts: Gangoh (~170 km)
- Arrive in Delhi
Delhi, Haryana
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Shimla to Delhi
Nearest railway stations: Shimla for Shimla, New Delhi for Delhi.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 11h 25m in total
Change trains at Kalka — about 1h 35m wait
1 change · 13h 57m in total
Change trains at Kalka — about 1h 30m wait
1 change · 15h 47m in total
Change trains at Kalka — about 2h 45m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
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
Shimla to Delhi: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Shimla to Delhi is about 361 km by road, roughly 7.2 hours of travel time. The road passes near Yamunanagar and Panipat.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 361 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹4,070 · Sedan ₹4,790 · SUV ₹6,290 · Innova / MUV ₹7,060 · Tempo Traveller ₹8,240
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹400 · AC Seater ₹650 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹580 · AC Sleeper ₹830 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹1,060
- Train: Sleeper ₹250 · Economy ₹390 · Third AC ₹540 · Second AC ₹750 · First AC ₹1,040
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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