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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Shimla to Dharamsala

Cheapest

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Chandigarh International Airport to Gaggal
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday to Saturday
Estimated price:
$82.58–$304.90

Bus operators

HRTC

Phone:
9418000529
Website:
online.hrtchp.com/oprs-web/guest/home.do?h=1
Bus from Shimla ISBT Tutikandi to Dharamsala
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$5.21–$12.70
Bus from Shimla Isbt Tutikandi to Chandigarh
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.05–$4.45

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Shimla to Dharamsala is to bus which costs $4.46 - $10.87 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimla to Dharamsala is to drive which takes 4h 31m and costs $26.09 - $39.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Shimla and Dharamsala?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shimla ISBT Tutikandi and arriving at Dharamsala. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Shimla to Dharamsala?

The distance between Shimla and Dharamsala is 229 km. The road distance is 230.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimla to Dharamsala without a car is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs $4.46 - $10.87 .

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

The bus from Shimla ISBT Tutikandi to Dharamsala takes 7h 30m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Shimla to Dharamsala bus from?

Shimla to Dharamsala bus services, operated by HRTC, depart from Shimla ISBT Tutikandi station.

Train, bus or fly from Shimla to Dharamsala?

The best way to get from Shimla to Dharamsala is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs $4.46 - $10.87 . There are no good options to train or fly between Shimla to Dharamsala.

Where does the Shimla to Dharamsala bus arrive?

Shimla to Dharamsala bus services, operated by HRTC, arrive at Dharamsala station.

Can I drive from Shimla to Dharamsala?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimla to Dharamsala is 230 km. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Shimla to Dharamsala.

Where can I stay near Dharamsala?

There are 472+ hotels available in Dharamsala. Prices start at $12.13 per night.
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