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How to get fromAmbala City to Shimlaby bus, car, or taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Ambala City to Shimla by bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Bus

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    1. Take the bus from Ambala to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus bus
    3h 37m
    ₹390–750

  2. Drive  140.9 km

    1. Drive from Ambala City to Shimlacar car 140.9 km
    2h 14m
    ₹1,577–2,278

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Ambala City to Shimlataxi taxi 140.9 km
    2h 14m
    ₹3,600–4,300

  4. Bus via Shimla

    1. Take the bus from Ambala to Shimlabus bus redbusIndia_Bharat Benz A/C Semi Sleeper / ...
    4h 42m
    ₹700–1,500

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  • Distance: 155.9 km
  • Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Ambala City, India and Shimla, India?

HRTC operates a bus from Ambala to Shimla Isbt Tutikandi every 4 hours. Tickets cost ₹390–750 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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