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Solan to Chandigarh

The distance from Solan to Chandigarh is about 45 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Chandigarh has an equally good connectivity via road. It is a 4–5-hr drive from Delhi,

45 kmDistance
1 hrsDuration

Tentative Fare Estimate

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₹50
AC Seater₹80
Non-AC Sleeper₹70
AC Sleeper₹100
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹180
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Train
Sleeper₹60
Economy₹80
Third AC₹90
Second AC₹120
First AC₹160
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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 Solan to Chandigarh is about 45 km by road, roughly 1 hours (estimated). Chandigarh has an equally good connectivity via road. It is a 4–5-hr drive from Delhi, the road comprising mainly of NH 1 is quite good.

Route Map

By Car: Solan to Chandigarh

45 km · ~54m · About 1h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Solan

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

  2. 45 km · 54m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Chandigarh

    Chandigarh, Chandigarh

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: Solan to Chandigarh

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

  1. Board at Solan

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Solan. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Solan → Chandigarh

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~45 km

    ~1h|Tentative fare ₹50–₹180

  3. Arrive in Chandigarh

    Chandigarh, Chandigarh

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

By Train: Solan to Chandigarh

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

Direct trains

Paschim Express#22926 · Superfast
10:20 AMKalka
18m1 stops
10:38 AMChandi Mandir
Shimla Kalka Holiday Special#02454 · Passenger
03:00 PMTaksal
20m1 stops
03:20 PMKalka
Himalayan Queen#52456 · Passenger
03:50 PMTaksal
20m1 stops
04:10 PMKalka
Shimla Kalka Passenger#52458 · Passenger
07:46 PMTaksal
24m1 stops
08:10 PMKalka
Shimla Kalka Holiday Special#02452 · Passenger
08:47 PMTaksal
23m1 stops
09:10 PMKalka

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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Travel Tips

Chandigarh has an equally good connectivity via road.
There are many car rental companies available in Chandigarh.
While it is good to take the cabs for travel on this route in summers, it should be avoided in winters due to heavy fog.

Budget Estimate

road

45 km

1 hours

Approximately 45 km by road from Solan to Chandigarh, roughly 1 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

train

45 km

The nearest railway station to Chandigarh is Chandigarh Junction railway station, about 5 km from the town centre.

Extend Your Trip

Add a nearby place to your Chandigarh trip and see the full Solan → Chandigarh → next stop route.

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About 40 km by road

Chandigarh → Fatehgarh Sahib

About 50 km by road

Chandigarh → Sirhind

About 50 km by road

Chandigarh → Chail

About 60 km by road

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Chandigarh from Solan?

About 45 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).

2. Which airport is closest to Chandigarh?

Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport (IXC), about 7 km away.

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