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Shimla to Solan

The distance from Shimla to Solan is about 29 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

29 kmDistance
1 hrsDuration

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,270
Ertiga₹6,687
Innova₹6,971
Innova Crysta₹8,613
Tempo Traveller (12)₹11,790

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹30
AC Seater₹50
Non-AC Sleeper₹50
AC Sleeper₹70
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹130
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Train
Sleeper₹50
Economy₹60
Third AC₹70
Second AC₹90
First AC₹110
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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 Shimla to Solan is about 29 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: Shimla to Solan

29 km · ~35m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Shimla

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

  2. 29 km · 35m 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: Shimla to Solan

29 km · ~39m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. 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.

  2. Shimla → Solan

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~29 km

    ~39m|Tentative fare ₹30–₹130

  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: Shimla to Solan

Nearest railway stations: Shimla for Shimla, Kalka for Solan.

Direct trains

Kalka Shimla Passenger#52457 · Passenger
09:03 AMSummer Hill
17m1 stops
09:20 AMShimla
Shivalik Deluxe Express#52451 · Express
10:03 AMSummer Hill
12m1 stops
10:15 AMShimla
Kalka Shimla Holiday Special#02451 · Passenger
11:56 AMSummer Hill
14m1 stops
12:10 PMShimla
Himalayan Queen#52455 · Passenger
05:05 PMSummer Hill
15m1 stops
05:20 PMShimla
Kalka Shimla Holiday Special#02453 · Passenger
05:54 PMSummer Hill
16m1 stops
06:10 PMShimla

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 Solan

Hari Mandir

Hari Mandir is worth a visit while in Solan.

Jatoli Temple

About 7 km from D.C. office, this is the temple near Apple weldmesh industry. Major attraction on Rajgarh road

Mohan Park

A small park providing greenery and pretty mountain views.

Mohan Shakti National Heritage Park

The park spreads over 40 acres of land on the right bank of river Ashwani. It lies in Hart Village which takes a detour of around 6 km from the main highway after…

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Suggested Solan Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Solan

  • Travel from Shimla to Solan (about 1 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Jatoli Temple

Day 2Last sights and departure

  • Visit Mohan Park
  • Head back to Shimla
Suggested from Solan's top sights.

Budget Estimate

road

29 km

1 hours

Approximately 29 km by road from Shimla to Solan, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

train

29 km

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

Extend Your Trip

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Solan → Nayagaon

About 45 km by road

Solan → Panchkula

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Solan → Chandigarh

About 45 km by road

Solan → Zirakpur

About 50 km by road

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Solan from Shimla?

About 29 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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