The journey from Piplod to Shimla covers approximately 1100 km. You should reach Dahod station and take a train to Kalka, then the toy train to Shimla. Expect a travel time of 22 to 25 hours.
Total Distance: 1100 km by road, 950 km straight-line.
Book the toy train from Kalka to Shimla in advance.
October to March for pleasant weather.