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Seven ways to Travel from Jammu to Shimla

Composite routes from Jammu to Shimla

Cheapest
6 h 21 min
Car
431 km.
from $23
Other
6 h 21 min
Rideshare
431 km.
from $16.40
4 h 34 min
Bus, Plane
282 km.
from $86.70
9 h 1 min
Train, Taxi
282 km.
from $81.80
9 h 23 min
282 km.
from $13.67
7 h 51 min
Bus, Plane
282 km.
from $219.67
16 h 44 min
282 km.
from $10.78

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Jammu Airport to Chandigarh
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$41.92–$152.45
Plane from Jammu Airport to Jolly
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.52–$482.76

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Jammu Tawi to Sahibzada
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.18–$58.44
Train from Jammu Tawi to Kalka
Ave. Duration:
9h 38m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$3.30–$63.52
Train from Kalka to Simla
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.78–$12.07

Bus operators

HRTC

Phone:
9418000529
Email:
Website:
online.hrtchp.com/oprs-web/guest/home.do?h=1
Bus from Chandigarh to Shimla
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.54–$3.68
Bus from Jammu to Jassur
Ave. Duration:
5h 54m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.05–$4.32
Bus from Jassur to Shimla
Ave. Duration:
9h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.35–$16.52

CTU

Phone:
0172-2990215
Email:
Website:
chdctu.gov.in
Bus from Jammu to Chandigarh
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.35–$10.16

Questions and Answers

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 $7.61 - $11.96 and takes 9h 23m.

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 34m and costs $44.57 - $141.30 .

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 23m.

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 440 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 train and taxi which takes 9h 1m and costs $35.87 - $92.39 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m 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.

Where does the Jammu to Shimla bus arrive?

Jammu to Shimla bus services, operated by CTU, arrive at Chandigarh 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 440 km. It takes approximately 6h 19m to drive from Jammu to Shimla.

Where can I stay near Shimla?

There are 755+ hotels available in Shimla. Prices start at $33.66 per night.
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