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

The cheapest way to get from Jammu to Shimla is to bus which costs ₹350 - ₹2,600 and takes 9h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jammu to Shimla is to fly and bus which takes 4h 46m and costs ₹4,900 - ₹13,000.

Is there a direct bus between Jammu and Shimla?

No, there is no direct bus from Jammu to Shimla. However, there are services departing from Jammu and arriving at Shimla Isbt Tutikandi via Isbt-43 and Chandigarh. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Jammu and Shimla?

No, there is no direct train from Jammu to Shimla. However, there are services departing from Jammu Tawi and arriving at Simla via Kalka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 28m.

How far is it from Jammu to Shimla?

The distance between Jammu and Shimla is 422 km. The road distance is 391.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Jammu to Shimla without a car is to bus which takes 9h 27m and costs ₹350 - ₹2,600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Jammu to Shimla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jammu to Shimla bus from?

Jammu to Shimla bus services, operated by CTU, depart from Jammu station.

Where do I catch the Jammu to Shimla train from?

Jammu to Shimla train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Jammu Tawi station.

Train or bus from Jammu to Shimla?

The best way to get from Jammu to Shimla is to bus which takes 9h 27m and costs ₹350 - ₹2,600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹380 - ₹3,100 and takes 15h 28m.

Where does the Jammu to Shimla bus arrive?

Jammu to Shimla bus services, operated by CTU, arrive at Chandigarh- ISBT 43 station.

Where does the Jammu to Shimla train arrive?

Jammu to Shimla train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kalka station.

Can I drive from Jammu to Shimla?

Yes, the driving distance between Jammu to Shimla is 391 km. It takes approximately 6h 1m to drive from Jammu to Shimla.

Where can I stay near Shimla?

There are 654+ hotels available in Shimla.

Jammu to Shimla - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 9 ways to get from Jammu to Shimla by plane, bus, bus (Flixbus), train, car, or taxi

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

Fly from Jammu Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Jammu Airport (IXJ) to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC)plane IXJ - IXC
2. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus
4h 46m
₹4,946–12,603
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Jammu to Chandigarh- ISBT 43bus Ac
2. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus
9h 27m
₹354–2,513
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Jammu Tawi to Ludhiana Jntrain
2. Take the train from Ludhiana Jn to Chandigarhtrain
3. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus
10h 28m
₹602–3,660
Drive 391.2 km
1. Drive from Jammu to Shimlacar 391.2 km
6h 1m
₹4,249–6,138
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Jammu to Shimlataxi 391.2 km
6h 1m
₹9,500–12,000
Train, bus to Kangra Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Jammu Tawi to Pathankot Cantttrain
2. Take the bus from Pathankot to Dharamshalabus
3. Fly from Kangra Airport (DHM) to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC)plane DHM - IXC
4. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus
10h 59m
₹5,793–16,935
Train, taxi
1. Take the train from Jammu Tawi to Ambala Cant Jntrain
2. Take the train from Ambala Cant Jn to Kalkatrain
3. Take the taxi from Kalka to Shimlataxi
10h 41m
₹2,576–5,663
Train
1. Take the train from Jammu Tawi to Kalkatrain 14504
2. Take the train from Kalka to Simlatrain 52455 / ...
15h 28m
₹385–3,028
Bus via Nūrpur
1. Take the bus from Jammu to Jassurbus 1446 / ...
2. Take the bus from Jassur to Shimla ISBT Tutikandibus 1419 / ...
16h 44m
₹726–1,594

Jammu to Shimla by train

2Weekly Trains

15h 28mAverage Duration

₹385Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 422.1 km
Duration: 4h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Jammu to Shimla Isbt Tutikandi via Chandigarh- ISBT 43, Isbt-43, Isbt-17, and Chandigarh in around 9h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Jammu Tawi to Simla via Kalka in around 15h 28m.

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