What is the cheapest way to get from Ballia to Shimla?

The cheapest way to get from Ballia to Shimla is to train and bus which costs ₹850 - ₹4,900 and takes 26h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ballia to Shimla?

The fastest way to get from Ballia to Shimla is to train and fly and bus which takes 9h 50m and costs ₹7,000 - ₹17,000.

Is there a direct bus between Ballia and Shimla?

No, there is no direct bus from Ballia to Shimla. However, there are services departing from Ballia and arriving at Shimla Isbt Tutikandi via Kashmiri Gate, Sector 29/31 and Chandigarh. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 29m.

How far is it from Ballia to Shimla?

The distance between Ballia and Shimla is 1256 km. The road distance is 1124.5 km.

How do I travel from Ballia to Shimla without a car?

The best way to get from Ballia to Shimla without a car is to train and taxi which takes 19h 55m and costs ₹2,800 - ₹8,000.

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

It takes approximately 9h 50m to get from Ballia to Shimla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ballia to Shimla bus from?

Ballia to Shimla bus services, operated by Safar Express Tour, depart from Ballia station.

Where does the Ballia to Shimla bus arrive?

Ballia to Shimla bus services, operated by Safar Express Tour, arrive at Delhi Kashmiri Gate station.

Can I drive from Ballia to Shimla?

Yes, the driving distance between Ballia to Shimla is 1124 km. It takes approximately 15h 51m to drive from Ballia to Shimla.

Where can I stay near Shimla?

There are 654+ hotels available in Shimla.

Ballia to Shimla - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, taxi, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Ballia to Shimla by train, plane, bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, train to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport, fly, bus
best
1. Take the train from Ballia to Chhapratrain
2. Take the train from Chhapra to Sonpur Jntrain
3. Fly from Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT) to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC)plane PAT - IXC
4. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus
9h 50m
₹6,981–16,514
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ballia to Saharanpurtrain 14649 / ...
2. Take the bus from Saharanpur to Shimla ISBT Tutikandibus 1345 / ...
26h 33m
₹857–4,859
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Ballia to New Delhitrain
2. Take the train from New Delhi to Kalkatrain
3. Take the taxi from Kalka to Shimlataxi
19h 55m
₹2,839–7,597
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ballia to Delhi Kashmiri Gate stationbus
2. Take the bus from Kashmiri Gate to Tribune Chowkbus
3. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus
25h 29m
₹2,365–5,010
Drive 1,124.5 km
1. Drive from Ballia to Shimlacar 1,124.5 km
15h 51m
₹12,167–17,574
Train to Varanasi Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Ballia to Varanasi Jntrain
2. Fly from Varanasi Airport (VNS) to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC)plane VNS - IXC
3. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus
12h 12m
₹6,738–16,277
Train, train to Gorakhpur Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Ballia to Deoria Sadartrain
2. Take the train from Deoria Sadar to Kusmhitrain
3. Fly from Gorakhpur Airport (GOP) to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC)plane GOP - IXC
4. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus
13h 48m
₹8,544–24,114

Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT) to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC) flights

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3h 40mAverage Duration

₹5,625Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ballia to Shimla.

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Distance: 1,255.8 km
Duration: 9h 50m

What companies run services between Ballia, India and Shimla, India?

You can take a bus from Ballia to Shimla Isbt Tutikandi via Delhi Kashmiri Gate station, Kashmiri Gate, Tribune Chowk, Sector 29/31, Isbt-17, and Chandigarh in around 25h 29m.

Airlines

Train operators

Phone: 14646
Email: care@irctc.co.in
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Train from Ballia to Chhapra

Ave. Duration: 1h 30m
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: ₹130–1,000
Website: https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search

Sleeper Class: ₹130–160
Third AC (3A): ₹370–460
Second AC (2A): ₹500–650
First Class (1A): ₹800–1,000

Train from Chhapra to Sonpur Jn

Ave. Duration: 53 min
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: ₹120–1,000
Website: https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search

Sleeper Class: ₹120–150
Third AC (3A): ₹360–450
Second AC (2A): ₹480–600
First Class (1A): ₹750–1,000

Train from Ballia to New Delhi

Ave. Duration: 13h 40m
Frequency: Twice daily
Estimated price: ₹430–3,300
Website: https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search

Sleeper Class: ₹430–550
Third AC (3A): ₹1,100–1,400
Second AC (2A): ₹1,500–2,000
First Class (1A): ₹2,600–3,300

Train from New Delhi to Kalka

Ave. Duration: 4h
Frequency: Twice daily
Estimated price: ₹200–1,600
Website: https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search

Sleeper Class: ₹200–250
Third AC (3A): ₹550–700
Second AC (2A): ₹750–950
First Class (1A): ₹1,200–1,600

Train from Ballia to Varanasi Jn

Ave. Duration: 2h 40m
Frequency: Every 2 hours
Estimated price: ₹150–1,300
Website: https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search

Sleeper Class: ₹150–190
Third AC (3A): ₹440–550
Second AC (2A): ₹550–750
First Class (1A): ₹950–1,300

Train from Ballia to Deoria Sadar

Ave. Duration: 3h 25m
Frequency: Twice a week
Estimated price: ₹160–1,300
Website: https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search

Sleeper Class: ₹160–200
Third AC (3A): ₹450–600
Second AC (2A): ₹600–800
First Class (1A): ₹1,000–1,300

Train from Deoria Sadar to Kusmhi

Ave. Duration: 1h 10m
Frequency: 3 times a day
Estimated price: ₹120–950
Website: https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search

Sleeper Class: ₹120–150
Third AC (3A): ₹350–430
Second AC (2A): ₹460–600
First Class (1A): ₹750–950

Train from Ballia to Saharanpur

Ave. Duration: 18h 25m
Frequency: 6 times a week
Estimated price: ₹440–3,400
Website: https://www.irctc.co.in/nget/train-search

Sleeper Class: ₹440–550
Third AC (3A): ₹1,100–1,400
Second AC (2A): ₹1,600–2,000
First Class (1A): ₹2,700–3,400

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