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How to Reach Shimla


Shimla is a splendid hill station located in the heart of the state of Himachal Pradesh. Shimla ranks highly on the priority list of a tourist who is on his tour of north India. This magnificent hill station is blessed with the natural endowments that include rolling hills, lush green valleys, snow clad peaks, dense woods and a cool climate.

Here we brings you complete information on how to reach Shimla.

By Air

Shimla's airport is at a distance of 23 kilometers at Jubbarhatti . The Airport is well connected to Chandigarh, Kullu and Delhi. The airport is serviced by airlines like Jagson and Deccan Airways. Jagson Airlines connect  Jubbarhatti airport to Kullu in addition to Delhi.

 By Road

Buses are going from Delhi to Shimla on daily Basis. Following are the Bus details.

Delhi to Shimla   6 Pm  from ISBT, Delhivolvo bus to shimla
Fare for Volvo @ Rs 750 per person

Shimla to Delhi   at 9 pm from Shimla Bus Stand
Fare for Volvo @ Rs 750 per person 

For Booking Send us an email at shimla@kullumanali.com

or Call us at 9958317817.


By Train

The nearest railway station that connects Shimla to neighboring states is at Kalka.It is located at a distance of 96 km from Shimla.The journey from Delhi to Kalka is an overnight journey and reaches Kalka early morning. There are many tunnels en route with the longest being 1.2 kilometers long.  From there, you can take the toy train to reach Summer Hill. The 96 km journey covered by the toy train will take around 5 hours to get completed. The frequency of trains that ply from Kalka to Shimla is pretty good, with atleast 4 trains plying to and fro from Shimla. Shivalik Express ( Kalka – Shimla toy train) is the luxury Deluxe Train that links Shimla with Kalka.


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