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

Composite routes from Rishikesh to Shimla

Cheapest
4 h 46 min
Car
286 km.
from $15

Transport providers

Train operators

Indian Railways

Phone:
14646
Email:
Website:
irctc.co.in
Train from Yog Nagari Rishikesh to Chandigarh
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$2.41–$35.57

Bus operators

HRTC

Phone:
9418000529
Email:
Website:
online.hrtchp.com/oprs-web/guest/home.do?h=1
Bus from Dehradun to Shimla
Ave. Duration:
7h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.95–$17.79
Bus from Haridwar to Shimla
Ave. Duration:
12h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.99–$17.79

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Rishīkesh to Shimla is to bus via Dehradun which costs $4.24 - $15.22 and takes 9h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rishīkesh to Shimla is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs $29.35 - $44.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Rishīkesh and Shimla?

No, there is no direct bus from Rishīkesh to Shimla. However, there are services departing from Rishikesh and arriving at Shimla ISBT Tutikandi via Dehradun. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

How far is it from Rishīkesh to Shimla?

The distance between Rishīkesh and Shimla is 330 km. The road distance is 262.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Rishīkesh to Shimla without a car is to train and taxi which takes 6h 17m and costs $32.61 - $70.65 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Rishīkesh to Shimla, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rishīkesh to Shimla bus from?

Rishīkesh to Shimla bus services, operated by HRTC, depart from Dehradun station.

Where does the Rishīkesh to Shimla bus arrive?

Rishīkesh to Shimla bus services, operated by HRTC, arrive at Shimla ISBT Tutikandi station.

Can I drive from Rishīkesh to Shimla?

Yes, the driving distance between Rishīkesh to Shimla is 262 km. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Rishīkesh to Shimla.

Where can I stay near Shimla?

There are 754+ hotels available in Shimla. Prices start at $33.26 per night.
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