Kalka Railway Station to Shimla

Kalka Railway Station to Shimla

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Kalka Railway Station to Shimla Schedule

Kalka Railway Station to Shimla Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
TravelODesk India Comfort 3pax Any time₹ 4,376
Indian Railways FC - First Class Sleeper 03:30 - 08:55₹ 845
Zingbus A/C Semi Sleeper 05:00 - 07:35₹ 380
Indian Railways EV - Vistadome AC 07:00 - 12:30₹ 1,030
Indian Railways FC - First Class Sleeper 12:10 - 17:02₹ 745
Laxmi Holidays A/C Semi Sleeper 15:55 - 19:30₹ 692
Laxmi Holidays A/C Semi Sleeper 16:10 - 19:30₹ 692

Transportation from Kalka Railway Station to Shimla

Facts about the transport from Kalka Railway Station to Shimla

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport35m
Earliest Departure3:30 AM
Latest Departure4:10 PM
Departures per day2
Distance30 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCity Land Travels, Indian Railways, Intrcity Smartbus, Laxmi Holidays, TravelODesk India, Zingbus

Kalka Railway Station to Shimla Destination Reviews

ZR
Very nice mountain train. Small carriages for 15 people each. Very nice scenery. The train was 150 minutes lates as the mons brough for the track. But that was not an issue as the journey is the experience. 100 kms bring 100 tunnels and 1000 bridges. Normally scheduled to take 5 hours.
Train #52459 EC - Extended AC Chair Class, Indian Railways, Aug 12, 2022
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How to get from Kalka Railway Station to Shimla

Travelling between Kalka Railway Station and Shimla is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 10.13 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 8.04.

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

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 6 hours to travel between Kalka Railway Station and Shimla depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Kalka Railway Station and Shimla. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 35m. Train does a much slower job and take about 5h 25m to reach Shimla.

How much does it cost to get from Kalka Railway Station to Shimla?

Travelling between Kalka Railway Station and Shimla can be as cheap as USD 8.04 if you opt for a Indian Railways train and as expensive as USD 10.13 if you buy a Indian Railways Train ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Kalka Railway Station and Shimla ?

  • 2 from Kalka to Shimla starting from 03:30 Kalka Railway Station until 03:30 Kalka Railway Station

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Kalka Railway Station to Shimla.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Kalka to Shimla overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Kalka and Shimla

City Land Travels, Intrcity Smartbus, Laxmi Holidays, Zingbus

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Kalka and Shimla

TravelODesk India

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Kalka Railway Station to Shimla?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 95% took a train
  • 4% opted for a bus
  • 1% Other