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

The cheapest way to get from Kangra to Shimla is to bus which costs ₹380 - ₹1,200 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kangra to Shimla is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs ₹2,200 - ₹3,300.

Is there a direct bus between Kangra and Shimla?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kangra and arriving at Shimla ISBT Tutikandi. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Kangra to Shimla?

The distance between Kangra and Shimla is 213 km. The road distance is 210 km.

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

The best way to get from Kangra to Shimla without a car is to bus which takes 5h 54m and costs ₹380 - ₹1,200.

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

The bus from Kangra to Shimla ISBT Tutikandi takes 5h 54m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Kangra to Shimla bus from?

Kangra to Shimla bus services, operated by HRTC, depart from Kangra station.

Where does the Kangra to Shimla bus arrive?

Kangra to Shimla bus services, operated by HRTC, arrive at Shimla ISBT Tutikandi station.

Can I drive from Kangra to Shimla?

Yes, the driving distance between Kangra to Shimla is 210 km. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Kangra to Shimla.

Where can I stay near Shimla?

There are 665+ hotels available in Shimla.

Kangra to Shimla - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Kangra to Shimla by bus, car, taxi, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kangra to Shimla ISBT Tutikandibus 23 / ...
5h 54m
₹380–1,200
Drive 210 km
1. Drive from Kangra to Shimlacar 210 km
4h 6m
₹2,280–3,293
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kangra to Shimlataxi 210 km
4h 6m
₹8,000–10,000
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Kangra Airport (DHM) to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC)plane DHM - IXC
2. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus
4h 33m
₹5,291–23,301

Kangra Airport (DHM) to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC) flights

6Weekly Planes

57 minAverage Duration

₹4,723Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kangra to Shimla.

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Distance: 213.1 km
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, India and Shimla, India?

HRTC operates a bus from Kangra to Shimla ISBT Tutikandi 4 times a day. Tickets cost ₹380–1,200 and the journey takes 5h 54m.

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