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Kalahpeera to Shimla

Updated: 28 May 2026

To reach Shimla from Kalahpeera, travel to Delhi, then take a train to Chandigarh or Kalka, followed by a bus or the famous toy train to Shimla. The distance is roughly 500 km.

Total Distance: 500 km by road, 350 km air distance.
Fastest Way
Taxi from Chandigarh to Shimla.
Cheapest Way
Bus from Chandigarh to Shimla.
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Train
Connecting
Duration
12 hours
Avg Price
1000-3000 INR
Operator
Kalka-Shimla Toy Train
Route
Kathgodam to Delhi, Delhi to Kalka, Kalka to Shimla.

The toy train is a UNESCO site.

Travel Tips
  • Clothing
    Carry woolens.
  • Transport
    Walking is best in the city.
  • Weather
    Can get cold.
  • Shopping
    Buy local woolens.
  • Connectivity
    Good network.
Safety Tips
  • Roads
    Be careful on winding roads.
  • Night Travel
    Avoid late-night driving.
  • Water
    Drink bottled water.
  • Emergency
    Keep contacts.
People Also Ask
  • Is Shimla safe?
    Yes, very safe.
  • Best time to visit?
    Summer.
  • Are there trains?
    Yes, toy train.
  • Is the airport far?
    Jubbarhatti is 20 km away.
  • What is famous?
    Mall Road.
Quick Info
  • From Kalahpeera, Uttarakhand, India
  • To Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India
  • Modes
Best Time to Travel

March to June and September to November.

Things to Do in Shimla
1
The Ridge
A large open space in the heart of Shimla.
2
Mall Road
The main shopping street.
3
Jakhu Temple
A temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman.
4
Christ Church
A historic church.
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