Amritsar to Shimla

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Amritsar to Shimla Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Taxi	TravelODesk India	Comfort 3pax	Any time	+3h 45m	$102.00
Taxi	TravelODesk India	Van 6pax	Any time	+3h 45m	$155.00
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	SUV 6pax	Any time	+4h 15m	$83.48
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	Hatchback 4pax	Any time	+4h 15m	$68.43
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	Sedan	Any time	+4h 15m	$68.53
Taxi	Cab Expresso	Economy 3pax	Any time	+6h 30m	$96.57
Taxi	Cab Expresso	Van 8pax	Any time	+6h 30m	$142.26
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	SUV 6pax	Any time	+4h 24m	$121.70
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	Sedan	Any time	+4h 24m	$85.29
Taxi	TaxiBazaar	Hatchback 4pax	Any time	+4h 24m	$84.20
Bus	Bhawani Travels	A/C Semi Sleeper	21:00	06:00	$10.90

How to get from Amritsar to Shimla

When you want to get from Amritsar to Shimla, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Bus
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 149.37. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 101.40.

How far is Amritsar from Shimla?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Amritsar to Shimla. Your trip will be a total of 117 miles (188 km). The flying distance is 117 miles (188 km).

How long does it take to get from Amritsar to Shimla?

The travel time from Amritsar to Shimla can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 4 to 9 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Amritsar to Shimla?

The cost of the trip from Amritsar to Shimla varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Cab Expresso: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 101.40 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 149.37.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Amritsar to Shimla:

Bus tickets - USD 11.83 to USD 11.83;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 101.40 to USD 149.37.

How many trips per day are there between Amritsar and Shimla?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Amritsar to Shimla any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Amritsar to Shimla is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Amritsar to Shimla. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 101.40.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Amritsar to Shimla

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Amritsar to Shimla? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

100% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Amritsar to Shimla

Buses

$ 11.83
Taxis

$ 101.40
Trains are not available
Ferries are not available
Flights are not available
Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Amritsar to Shimla

Cheapest Transport	$12
Fastest Transport	3h 45m
Earliest Departure	10:30 PM
Latest Departure	10:30 PM
Departures per day	4
Distance	188 kilometers
Transport Companies	Golden Temple Volvo Bus, TravelODesk India

Amritsar to Shimla