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

Composite routes from Shimla to Kalka

Cheapest
1 h 16 min
Car
86 km.
from $4

Transport providers

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Simla to Kalka
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
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 Shimla Isbt Tutikandi to Kalka
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.16–$3.05

Northern Travels

Phone:
+91 8894755055
Email:
Website:
northernbuses.com/
Bus from Shimla to Kalka
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.07–$17.79

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Shimla to Kalka (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Shimla to Kalka (Station) is to bus via Shimla Isbt Tutikandi which costs $1.85 - $2.61 and takes 1h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Shimla to Kalka (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Shimla to Kalka (Station) is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs $9.78 - $15.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Shimla and Kalka (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shimla and arriving at Kalka. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Shimla and Kalka (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Simla and arriving at Kalka. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Shimla to Kalka (Station)?

The distance between Shimla and Kalka (Station) is 87 km. The road distance is 85.2 km.

How do I travel from Shimla to Kalka (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Shimla to Kalka (Station) without a car is to bus which takes 1h 17m and costs $10.33 - $15.22 .

How long does it take to get from Shimla to Kalka (Station)?

The bus from Shimla to Kalka takes 1h 3m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Shimla to Kalka (Station) bus from?

Shimla to Kalka (Station) bus services, operated by Northern Travels, depart from Shimla station.

Where do I catch the Shimla to Kalka (Station) train from?

Shimla to Kalka (Station) train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Simla station.

Train or bus from Shimla to Kalka (Station)?

The best way to get from Shimla to Kalka (Station) is to bus which takes 1h 17m and costs $10.33 - $15.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $1.52 - $10.33 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Shimla to Kalka (Station) bus arrive?

Shimla to Kalka (Station) bus services, operated by Northern Travels, arrive at Kalka station.

Where does the Shimla to Kalka (Station) train arrive?

Shimla to Kalka (Station) train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kalka station.

Can I drive from Shimla to Kalka (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimla to Kalka (Station) is 85 km. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Shimla to Kalka (Station).

Where can I stay near Kalka (Station)?

There are 817+ hotels available in Kalka (Station). Prices start at $11.30 per night.
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