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

The cheapest way to get from Patna to Shimla is to train and bus via Haridwar which costs ₹950 - ₹5,500 and takes 30h.

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

The fastest way to get from Patna to Shimla is to fly and bus which takes 5h 34m and costs ₹8,000 - ₹15,000.

How far is it from Patna to Shimla?

The distance between Patna and Shimla is 1121 km. The road distance is 1250.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Patna to Shimla without a car is to bus which takes 23h 14m and costs ₹4,000 - ₹6,500.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Patna to Shimla, including transfers.

Can I drive from Patna to Shimla?

Yes, the driving distance between Patna to Shimla is 1250 km. It takes approximately 17h 18m to drive from Patna to Shimla.

Where can I stay near Shimla?

There are 431+ hotels available in Shimla.

Patna to Shimla - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Patna to Shimla by plane, bus, train, 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.

Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT) to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC)plane PAT - IXC
2. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus
5h 34m
₹8,088–14,469
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Danapur to Chandigarhtrain 22355
2. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus
25h
₹968–6,149
Bus
1. Take the bus from Patna Patliputra Bus Terminal to ISBT Kashmere gatebus
2. Take the bus from Kashmiri Gate to Tribune Chowkbus
3. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus
23h 14m
₹4,057–6,327
Drive 1,250.3 km
1. Drive from Patna to Shimlacar 1,250.3 km
17h 18m
₹14,023–20,255
Train, bus via Haridwar
1. Take the train from Patna Jn to Haridwar Jntrain 12369 / ...
2. Take the bus from Haridwar to Shimla ISBT Tutikandibus 1345 / ...
30h
₹979–5,093

Patna to Shimla by train, foot, and bus

7Weekly Services

30hAverage Duration

₹979Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,120.7 km
Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a vehicle from Patna to Shimla Isbt Tutikandi via Patna Patliputra Bus Terminal, ISBT Kashmere gate, Kashmiri Gate, Tribune Chowk, Sector 29/31, Isbt-17, and Chandigarh in around 23h 14m.

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