Baghpat to Shimla

• Motion Sickness

  Carry medication if you are prone to mountain sickness.
• Warm Clothing

  Even in summer, evenings in Shimla can be chilly.
• Parking

  Shimla has limited parking; check if your hotel provides it.
• Walking

  Be prepared to walk a lot as many areas are pedestrian-only.
• Toy Train

  Book the Kalka-Shimla toy train well in advance.

• Mountain Driving

  Use low gears on steep descents.
• Landslides

  Check weather reports for landslide warnings during monsoon.
• Fog

  Use fog lights during early morning or late evening.
• Emergency

  Keep contact numbers for local mechanics.

• Is the road safe?
  Yes, but drive cautiously on mountain curves.
• Can I take a train?
  Only up to Kalka, then road or toy train.
• How long is the drive?
  About 8-9 hours.
• Is it crowded?
  Yes, especially during weekends and holidays.
• Are there tolls?
  Yes, on the highway sections.

• From Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, India
• To Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India
• Modes

March to June or September to November.