Kalka to Shimla

Kalka to Shimla

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Kalka to Shimla Destination Reviews

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Fred H
Excellent enjoyed thoroughly, the fact that was only five in our carriage might have helped though.
Kalka to Shimla, Train #52451 FC - First Class Sleeper, Indian Railways, Nov 5, 2025
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Sophie L
A fantastic journey; watched the sun rise over the Himalayas
Kalka to Shimla, Train #52457 FC - First Class Sleeper, Indian Railways, Oct 5, 2025
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Diana M
Train was very delayed
Kalka to Shimla, Train #52455 CC - AC Chair Class, Indian Railways, Sep 17, 2025
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Andrew F
A most amazing scenic journey. Carriages are rather grubby.
Kalka to Shimla, Train #52455 FC - First Class Sleeper, Indian Railways, Aug 12, 2025
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Zdenek R
Very nice mountain train. Small carriages for 15 people each. Very nice scenery. The train was 150 minutes lates as the mons brough for the track. But that was not an issue as the journey is the experience. 100 kms bring 100 tunnels and 1000 bridges. Normally scheduled to take 5 hours.
Kalka to Shimla, Train #52459 EC - Extended AC Chair Class, Indian Railways, Aug 12, 2022
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Kalka to Shimla Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
TravelODesk India
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+35m
$48.00
  5.0
Bus
City Land Travels
A/C Semi Sleeper
03:00
06:00
$11.98
Train
Indian Railways
CC - AC Chair Class
03:30
08:50
$3.27
  2.5
Train
Indian Railways
FC - First Class Sleeper
03:47
08:50
$5.17
Train
Indian Railways
FC - First Class Sleeper
04:03
08:50
$5.17
Bus
Laxmi Holidays
A/C Semi Sleeper
04:25
07:20
$6.51
Bus
Zingbus
A/C Semi Sleeper
04:45
07:30
$12.17
Bus
City Land Travels
A/C Semi Sleeper
05:10
07:00
$7.41
Bus
Zingbus
A/C Semi Sleeper
05:35
08:30
$6.40
Bus
Zingbus
A/C Semi Sleeper
06:00
09:15
$6.94
Train
Indian Railways
CC - AC Chair Class
06:20
11:50
$3.27
  2.5
Bus
City Land Travels
A/C Semi Sleeper
06:50
09:00
$8.96
Train
Indian Railways
CC - AC Chair Class
11:55
16:45
$3.27
  2.5
Bus
Travel Zap India
A/C Semi Sleeper
14:45
17:40
$19.98
Bus
City Land Travels
A/C Semi Sleeper
16:10
19:00
$9.01

How to get from Kalka to Shimla

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

  • Bus
  • Train
  • 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 Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 25.00. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 6.41.

How far is Kalka from Shimla?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Kalka to Shimla. Your trip will be a total of 17 miles (26 km). The flying distance is 17 miles (26 km).

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

The travel time from Kalka to Shimla can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 6 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Kalka to Shimla varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Laxmi Holidays: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 6.41 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 25.00.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 6.41 to USD 25.00;
  • Train tickets - USD 8.16 to USD 8.16;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 45.33 to USD 136.33.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 03:35 - you can also take a bus as late as 16:40. There are 20 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Kalka 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 Kalka 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 45.33.

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

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Kalka to Shimla

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Kalka 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:

  • 97% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 2% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Kalka to Shimla

Facts about the transport from Kalka to Shimla

Cheapest Transport$7
Fastest Transport31m
Earliest Departure3:35 ночи
Latest Departure4:40 дня
Departures per day20
Distance26 kilometers
Transport CompaniesChaudhary Bus Service, City Land Tours and Travels, Indian Railways, Laxmi Holidays, Maharani Travels, Pal Travel Lines, Ram Dalal Holidays, Sai Ganraj Travels, TaxiBazaar, Travel Zap India, TravelODesk India, Vacation Express, Zingbus