Shimla to Solan

Shimla to Solan

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Shimla to Solan Schedule

Shimla to Solan Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
TravelODesk India Comfort 3pax Any time₹ 3,646
City Land Travels A/C Semi Sleeper 10:00 - 11:00₹ 910
Indian Railways FC - First Class Sleeper 14:15 - 17:25₹ 845
Indian Railways FC - First Class Sleeper 18:35 - 21:07₹ 670
Zingbus A/C Semi Sleeper 21:30 - 22:55₹ 1,100
City Land Travels A/C Semi Sleeper 22:00 - 23:20₹ 1,372

Transportation from Shimla to Solan

Facts about the transport from Shimla to Solan

Cheapest Transport$3
Fastest Transport20m
Earliest Departure10:00 上午
Latest Departure10:00 晚上
Departures per day10
Distance17 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCity Land Travels, Indian Railways, TravelODesk India, Zingbus

How to get from Shimla to Solan

Travelling between Shimla and Solan 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 16.45 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 2.64.

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

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 4 hours to travel between Shimla and Solan depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Shimla and Solan. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 20m. Train does a much slower job and take about 3h 10m to reach Solan.

How much does it cost to get from Shimla to Solan?

Travelling between Shimla and Solan can be as cheap as USD 2.64 if you opt for a Indian Railways train and as expensive as USD 16.45 if you buy a City Land Travels Bus 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 Shimla and Solan ?

  • 6 from Shimla to Solan starting from 14:15 Shimla until 18:35 Shimla
  • 4 from Shimla to Solan starting from 10:00 Shimla until 22:00 Shimla

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Shimla to Solan.

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

Bus

Travelling from Shimla to Solan 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 Shimla and Solan

City Land Travels, 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 Shimla and Solan

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 Shimla to Solan?

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

  • 100% took a train