The average bus between Haridwar and Shimla takes 7h 33m and the fastest bus takes 6h 45m. The bus service runs several times per day from Haridwar to Shimla. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run 4 times a day between Haridwar and Shimla. The earliest departure is at 2:00 AM at night, and the last departure from Haridwar is at 11:45 PM which arrives into Shimla at 6:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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6h 50m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Haridwar to Shimla? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Haridwar to Shimla. However, there are services departing from Haridwar station and arriving at Shimla Isbt Tutikandi station via Chandigarh station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 33m.
Haridwar to Shimla bus services, operated by Mahalaxmi Travels, depart from Haridwar station.
Haridwar to Shimla bus services, operated by HRTC, arrive at Shimla Isbt Tutikandi station.
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The distance between Haridwar and Shimla is 160 km. The road distance is 269 km.
You can take a bus from Haridwar to Shimla Isbt Tutikandi via Chandigarh in around 8h 28m.