Delhi to Shimla Bus

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The distance between Delhi to Shimla is 343 kms. It will take 8 hours 30 mins to reach from Delhi to Shimla. The earliest departure from Delhi is at 9:15 AM. And the last bus is at 11:55 PM. The price for one bus ticket starts from INR 699.

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Delhi to Shimla Bus Timings & Fare

Bus Operator First Bus Last Bus Duration Lowest Fare No of Services    
City Land Travels 09:15 23:55 7 hrs 30 mins INR 700 5
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Laxmi holidays 22:50 23:30 8 hrs 30 mins INR 849 3
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Ram Dalal Holidays 23:00 23:30 8 hrs 10 mins INR 830 2
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NueGo 21:30 23:00 9 hrs 20 mins INR 699 2
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RAO TRAVELS INDIA PVT LTD. 21:00 23:00 9 hrs 0 mins INR 1450 2
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Delhi to Shimla Bus Service

Avg. Bus Duration

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8 hrs 30 mins

Buses depart from

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Delhi

Bus arrives in

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Shimla

Daily Bus Services

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14

Cheapest Bus Tickets

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INR 699

Earliest Bus

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9:15 AM

Last Bus

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11:55 PM

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Delhi to Shimla Bus

Journey from Delhi to Shimla by Bus

One can find frequent Delhi to Shimla buses provided by various operators. You will have to use the redBus mobile application or visit the official website to book Delhi to Shimla bus tickets. It takes 8 hours (average travel duration) to cover this route by bus. Travel time may differ due to many reasons such as bus type, operator, etc. You can also opt to book tickets for state-owned buses like HRTC buses on redBus.

About Delhi

Delhi the capital city of India, is a city of varied distinctions. It is not only the political center of the country but is also a major tourist destination. Due to its unique distinction the city witnesses millions of travelers flocking to the city from all corners of the world. Delhi is a charming city and offers to its tourists a rare opportunity to enjoy old world charm of old Delhi and soak in the modern thrill of New Delhi. There is plenty to see and do in the city. Some of the major attractions of the city include the Red Fort, Jantar Mantar, Raj Ghat, India Gate and much more.

About Shimla

Shimla has a lot to offer to anybody who visits this place. Apart from conveniently located drop-off points, Shimla has a lot to offer that would entice anyone who visits this place. With a number of sites to visit and restaurants to raid, Shimla has it all. There are a ton of buses that run through Shimla and this ensures that Shimla is well-connected to the rest of the country. Don’t think twice, book your bus ticket online today.


FAQs

How can I book a bus ticket online from one route to another??
You can simply log on to www.redbus.com, choose any specific country you would like to book a bus in, and select the source and destination. After choosing the route and the date, you will find a number of options for buses available. redBus site is user-friendly and booking a bus ticket is just a matter of a few minutes.
Do I need to print my ticket for this bus route?
This depends upon the bus operator and the country you are travelling in. You can check this information while booking a bus ticket for a particular bus operator. However, most of the bus operators allow M-ticket or E-ticket sent to your registered email address, you may require to print the ticket if any bus operator specifically asks for the same.
Where can I find the location of my bus stop?
As you get the listing of buses available on a selected route, you can click on the 'Boarding & Dropping Point' tab to check the exact location of your pickup and drop-off points. redBus also offers ‘Track my bus’ facility in a few countries to check the live location of the bus.
How early should I arrive for the trip?
Passengers are required to reach the boarding place at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time of the bus.
Can I reschedule my bus ticket on this route?
Yes, you can. However, this option is available with some selected bus operators on www.redbus.com. You just have to enter your bus ticket number and email address, verify your ticket details, and choose a reschedule date.
At what time do buses start from Delhi to Shimla?
Buses from Delhi to Shimla generally start early in the morning and continue until late evening. However, the bus timings may vary depending on the bus operators and season. This is where redBus helps you out. You need not contact several bus operators to get updated about the bus schedules. You will find all the updated information on redBus website while booking a bus ticket online.
Are there any discounts available on the route from Delhi to Shimla?
Delhi to Shimla is one of the popular routes and it’s quite likely that you may get exciting discounts on booking bus tickets through redBus on this route. It would be better if you plan your journey in advance and book your tickets so that you can get the best price and best seat for your trip.
Is there anything to consider while travelling by bus from Delhi to Shimla?
You should consider the fact that Shimla is located at a higher altitude. So, Delhi to Shimla bus ride can be a bit uncomfortable if you have motion sickness. The ride can get bumpy at times. You may want to keep some medicines with you if you have motion sickness. Also, it is better to travel from Delhi to Shimla distance by Volvo and avoid travelling on ordinary buses. Volvo buses are not too fast, and they are normally smooth at bends because of their long body. This will help ease motion sickness.
Which are the state-operated bus services from Delhi to Shimla?
The best option to travel to Shimla from Delhi is definitely the state-operated bus services. Not only they are frequent, but also comfortable and reasonable. Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) buses are quite frequent. Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC) also operate some services along this route. non-A/C buses, Himmani Deluxe non-A/C buses, Himgaurav A/C, Himsuta A/C Volvo/Scania are some services operating from 06:30 am to midnight with buses departing to Shimla in every hour.
What is the Delhi to Shimla bus timings from ISBT?
At platform 7 and 8, you will get buses throughout the day (24 hrs) every 15 minutes. At Platform 39 you will get buses throughout the day (24 hours) in every hour. The first bus from Kashmiri Gate is HRTC Himsuta, which leaves at 06:45 am and the last bus, a regular non-AC bus departs at 11:40 pm. HRTC bus schedule is as given as 09:30 am, 11:00 am, 03:30 pm, 06:00 pm, 07:45 pm, 08:30 pm, 09:30 pm and midnight.
What is the average time taken by buses on the Delhi to Shimla route?
The average time taken to reach Shimla from Delhi is about 10 hours. The road from Delhi to Shimla runs through hilly terrain and buses cannot run fast due to the sharp bends and uphill roads. The early morning buses run a bit faster and take about 9 hours to 9 hours 30 minutes to reach Shimla. The overnight buses take about 8 hours 30 minutes to reach the destination. Private operators like Northern Travels completes the trip in 8.5 hours. Volvo buses take approximately 9 hours to reach Shimla.
How to book Delhi to Shimla Volvo buses?
Booking a Volvo from Delhi to Shimla is easy. There are reliable and comfortable services provided by HRTC. These buses depart from Delhi throughout the day from early morning (6.45 am) till late night (11 pm). There are Volvo services that run overnight trips which leave Delhi at 08:30 pm and reach Shimla by next morning at around 05:30 am. There are Volvo services by private operators as well. City Land Travels, Northern Travels, and Zing Bus run Volvo AC semi-sleeper buses. However, all of them run overnight trips, so you won’t have much flexibility regarding the time schedule.
What is Delhi to Shimla bus fare?
If you are looking for the cheapest option, you may go for a regular non-AC HRTC bus, which would cost you between Rs. 440 and Rs. 640. HSRTC Himsuta AC Volvo/Scania would cost you around Rs. 965. HPTDC’s Volvo AC seater bus would cost you around Rs. 950. If you are putting comfort first, then you should choose the Volvo services. Private Volvo tickets are available at around Rs.750 to Rs. 1,300.
Which are the main pickup points amongst private bus operators?
You may also note that there is only a single boarding point for HRTC buses, which is ISBT Kashmiri Gate, while HPTDC buses depart from the pickup point outside Himachal Bhawan. Private operators pick up from multiple boarding points. The main pickup points are Civil Lives, Dhaula Kuan, Mandi House, Majnu ka Tilla, Vidhan Sabha metro station, RK metro station, and Karol Bagh. There are other pick-up points also, which you can check with the private operator with whom you booked the ticket.
Is there any discount available on the bus fare? How can I avail offer if I book through redBus?
redBus discounts giveaways on ticket rates give you more reasons to be happy. To avail the offer, log in to redBus and use the promo codes that pop up. Upon applying the promo code, you may get up to a 50% offer depending on the available offer.
BOARDING & DROPPING POINTS
Delhi
  • Civil Lines
  • Dhaula Kuan
  • GT Karnal Road
  • ISBT GATE NUMBER 3
  • ISBT Kashmiri Gate
  • Jhandewalan
  • Karnal By Pass
  • Mahipalpur
  • Majnu Ka Tila
  • Majnu Ka Tilla
Shimla
  • Bypass Crossing
  • Govt Bus Stand
  • Grubhub, Waknaghat
  • Hotel Aachman Regency
  • Near Shimla Bus Stand
  • SHIMLA
  • Shimla By pass Crossing Mc Car Parking
  • Shimla By pass Mc Car Parking
  • Shimla By-Pass Crossing
  • Shimla New Bus Stand
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