Traveling to Shimla, Himachal Pradesh

By Train, Flight, and Road

General Information

Shimla, nestled in the Himalayan foothills, is not directly connected by air due to its hilly terrain. The nearest airport is the Jubarhati Airport (also known as Shimla Airport), about 23 km away. Shimla has a small railway station that connects via a narrow-gauge line from Kalka.

By Train

The nearest broad-gauge railway station is in Kalka, which is approximately 90 KM away from Shimla. Travelers can then take the famous Kalka-Shimla Toy Train, which is an attraction in itself, offering picturesque views of the hills and valleys.

By Flight

The nearest domestic airport is Jubarhati Airport, with flights from select locations. For international and more frequent services, the Chandigarh Airport (IXC) is the nearest major facility, approximately 113 KM away from Shimla.

By Road

Shimla is well-connected by road. The National Highway NH22 connects Shimla to nearby cities. Buses, both private and state-run (HRTC), taxi services, and self-driven vehicles are commonly used to reach Shimla.

Traveling to Shimla from India's Top 10 Cities

• From Delhi (Approx. 342 KM)

  By Road: Take NH44 and NH5 to Shimla with a popular stopover at Chandigarh.

  By Train: Travel to Kalka by broad-gauge train and then take the Kalka-Shimla Toy Train.

  By Flight: Direct flights available to Chandigarh Airport and then a road trip to Shimla.

• From Mumbai (Approx. 1758 KM)

  By Road: Not recommended due to long distance; however, possible routes include NH48 & NH152 followed by NH44 and NH5 to Shimla with a stopover in Jaipur or New Delhi.

  By Train: Board a train to Chandigarh/Kalka and then take the toy train or a taxi to Shimla.

  By Flight: Flights to Chandigarh Airport with further journey to Shimla by road.

• From Bengaluru (Approx. 2465 KM)

  By Road: This is an extensive journey not commonly undertaken by road to Shimla.

  By Train: Long-distance trains are available to Chandigarh/Kalka followed by a narrow-gauge train or taxi to Shimla.

  By Flight: Flights to Chandigarh Airport, then a taxi or bus service to Shimla.

Note: Distances are approximate and the suggested road routes may include toll roads and mountainous terrain. Train and flight travel often involves transit through major regional hubs. Always check the current status of services as availability might change with the season or for maintenance purposes.