Shimla to Uttarkashi
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Shimla, Himachal Pradesh to Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand.
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 Uttarkashi
167 km · ~3h 20m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Shimla
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
167 km · 3h 20m drive from previous stop
Arrive in UttarkashiUttarkashi, Uttarakhand
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 Uttarkashi
167 km · ~3h 43m · 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 → Uttarkashi
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~167 km
~3h 43m|Tentative fare ₹180–₹520
- Arrive in Uttarkashi
Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand
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 Uttarkashi
Nearest railway stations: Shimla for Shimla, Dehradun (about 61 km away) for Uttarkashi.
No direct train found — best options with a change
2 changes · 13h 29m in total
Change trains at Kalka — about 1h 30m wait
Change trains at Ambala Cant Jn — about 45m wait
2 changes · 36h in total
Change trains at Kalka — about 7h 50m wait
Change trains at New Delhi — about 13h 30m wait
2 changes · 36h in total
Change trains at Kalka — about 1h 30m wait
Change trains at Sahibabad — about 17h 2m 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 Uttarkashi: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Shimla to Uttarkashi is about 167 km by road, roughly 3.3 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 167 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Hatchback ₹1,940 · Sedan ₹2,270 · SUV ₹2,990 · Innova / MUV ₹3,370 · Tempo Traveller ₹3,970
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹180 · AC Seater ₹300 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹270 · AC Sleeper ₹380 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹520
- Train: Sleeper ₹130 · Economy ₹200 · Third AC ₹260 · Second AC ₹360 · First AC ₹500
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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