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476 km.
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Nine ways to Travel from Shimla to Katra

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Cheapest
By car (476 km)
6 h 52 min
476 km.
from $26
Other
Rideshare
6 h 52 min
476 km.
from $18.11
Bus, Plane (Bus to Chandigarh International Airport)
5 h 7 min
296 km.
from $175.16
Taxi, Train
10 h 42 min
296 km.
from $80.83
Bus
11 h 22 min
296 km.
Bus, Plane (Bus to Chandigarh International Airport)
8 h 25 min
296 km.
from $182.77
Train, Plane
8 h 52 min
296 km.
from $134.18
Bus, Train (Bus)
12 h 11 min
296 km.
from $24.35
Bus, Train (Bus)
16 h 58 min
296 km.
from $15.21

Transport providers

Airlines

IndiGo Airlines

Website:
goindigo.in/
Plane from Chandigarh International Airport to Jammu
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$70.65–$260.87
Plane from Chandigarh International Airport to Srinagar
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$51.09–$163.04
Plane from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Jammu
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.39–$239.13

Air India Express

Website:
airindiaexpress.in/en
Plane from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Jammu
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.35–$119.57

Air India Limited

Website:
airindia.in/
Plane from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Jammu
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.35–$119.57

Spicejet

Website:
spicejet.com/
Plane from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Jammu
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$36.96–$326.09

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Chandigarh to Sh
Ave. Duration:
9h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.93–$59.78
Train from Simla to Kalka
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$1.41–$9.78
Train from Kalka to Sh
Ave. Duration:
9h 40m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$3.04–$65.22
Train from Kalka to New
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$2.17–$35.87
Train from Pathankot to Sh
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1.85–$23.91

Bus operators

HRTC

Phone:
9418000529
Email:
Website:
online.hrtchp.com/oprs-web/guest/home.do?h=1
Bus from Shimla Isbt Tutikandi to Chandigarh
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.61–$3.70
Bus from Shimla ISBT Tutikandi to Pathānkot
Ave. Duration:
11h 35m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$7.07–$13.04

Northern Travels

Phone:
+91 8894755055
Email:
Website:
northernbuses.com/
Bus from Shimla to Zirakpur
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.33–$14.13

FlixBus India

Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from FlixBus Chandigarh - Sector 43 to FlixBus
Ave. Duration:
8h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Shimla to Katra is to bus and train via Pathānkot which costs $8.70 - $36.96 and takes 16h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimla to Katra is to bus and fly which takes 5h 7m and costs $86.96 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Shimla and Katra?

No, there is no direct bus from Shimla to Katra. However, there are services departing from Shimla Isbt Tutikandi and arriving at FlixBus Katra - Durga Parking via Sector 22/17 and FlixBus Chandigarh - Sector 43. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Shimla and Katra?

No, there is no direct train from Shimla to Katra. However, there are services departing from Simla and arriving at Sh Mata V Devi Katra via Kalka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 20m.

How far is it from Shimla to Katra?

The distance between Shimla and Katra is 486 km. The road distance is 475.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimla to Katra without a car is to taxi and train which takes 10h 42m and costs $32.61 - $97.83 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Shimla to Katra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimla to Katra bus from?

Shimla to Katra bus services, operated by HRTC, depart from Shimla Isbt Tutikandi station.

Where do I catch the Shimla to Katra train from?

Shimla to Katra train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Simla station.

Where does the Shimla to Katra bus arrive?

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

Where does the Shimla to Katra train arrive?

Shimla to Katra train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kalka station.

Can I drive from Shimla to Katra?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimla to Katra is 475 km. It takes approximately 6h 52m to drive from Shimla to Katra.

Where can I stay near Katra?

There are 98+ hotels available in Katra. Prices start at $7.36 per night.
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