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There are 5 ways to get from Bhubaneshwar to Shimla by plane, taxi, train, bus or car

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Fly to Chandigarh, taxi  •  6h 35m

  1. Fly from Bhubaneswar (BBI) to Chandigarh (IXC) BBI - IXC
  2. Take a taxi from Chandigarh to Shimla

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Train, bus  •  40h 59m

  1. Take the train from Bhubaneswar to Ambala Cant Jn 20807
  2. Take the bus from Ambala to Shimla ISBT Tutikandi

3 alternative options

Fly to Dehra Dun, taxi  •  8h 22m

  1. Fly from Bhubaneswar (BBI) to Dehra Dun (DED) BBI - DED
  2. Take a taxi from Dehra Dun to Shimla

Train  •  35h 9m

  1. Take the train from Bhubaneswar to New Delhi 12801 / ...
  2. Take the train from New Delhi to Kalka 12005 / ...

Drive  •  27h 13m

  1. Drive from Bhubaneshwar to Shimla 2007.2 km

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The cheapest way to get from Bhubaneshwar to Shimla is to train and bus which costs ₹1,000 - ₹4,900 and takes 40h 59m.

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The fastest way to get from Bhubaneshwar to Shimla is to fly and taxi which takes 6h 35m and costs ₹8,500 - ₹20,000.

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The distance between Bhubaneshwar and Shimla is 1583 km. The road distance is 2007.2 km.

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The best way to get from Bhubaneshwar to Shimla without a car is to train which takes 35h 9m and costs ₹3,100 - ₹7,500.

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It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Bhubaneshwar to Shimla, including transfers.

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Yes, the driving distance between Bhubaneshwar to Shimla is 2007 km. It takes approximately 27h 13m to drive from Bhubaneshwar to Shimla.

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  • Distance: 1583.5 km
  • Duration: 6h 35m

What companies run services between Bhubaneshwar, India and Shimla, India?

You can take a train from Bhubaneshwar to Shimla via New Delhi and Kalka in around 35h 9m.

Airlines
IndiGo Airlines
Website
goindigo.in
Flights from Bhubaneswar to Chandigarh via Delhi
Ave. Duration
7h 43m
When
Every day
Estimated price
₹7,000 - ₹20,000
Flights from Bhubaneswar to Chandigarh via Mumbai
Ave. Duration
6h 55m
When
Every day
Estimated price
₹7,000 - ₹20,000
Flights from Bhubaneswar to Chandigarh via Kolkata
Ave. Duration
7h 45m
When
Every day
Estimated price
₹7,000 - ₹20,000
Flights from Bhubaneswar to Dehra Dun via Delhi
Ave. Duration
5h 1m
When
Every day
Estimated price
₹6,000 - ₹24,000
Flights from Bhubaneswar to Dehra Dun via Mumbai
Ave. Duration
5h 40m
When
Every day
Estimated price
₹4,600 - ₹21,000
Vistara
Website
airvistara.com
Flights from Bhubaneswar to Chandigarh via Delhi
Ave. Duration
7h 32m
When
Every day
Estimated price
₹6,000 - ₹18,000
Flights from Bhubaneswar to Dehra Dun via Delhi
Ave. Duration
5h 50m
When
Every day
Estimated price
₹5,500 - ₹21,000
Flights from Bhubaneswar to Dehra Dun via Mumbai
Ave. Duration
6h 45m
When
Every day
Estimated price
₹4,600 - ₹21,000
Train operators
Indian Railways

India’s national rail operator runs passenger and freight trains on both long-distance and suburban routes across the country, from slower multi-stop to faster and more comfortable services. It’s a practical and affordable way to explore the country. Advance ticket bookings usually open 120 days before the date of the journey for Indian nationals; 365 days for international travellers. You’ll be allocated a seat or berth when you book and choose your class of travel.

Contact Details
Phone
14646
Email
care@irctc.co.in
Website
indianrail.gov.in
Train from Bhubaneswar to New Delhi
Ave. Duration
28h 55m
Frequency
3 times a day
Estimated price
₹750 - ₹3,500
Website
https://www.irctc.co.in
Book at
https://12go.asia/en/operator/indian-railways
Sleeper Class
₹750 - ₹1,000
Third AC (3A)
₹1,900 - ₹2,400
Second AC (2A)
₹2,700 - ₹3,500
Train from New Delhi to Kalka
Ave. Duration
4h
Frequency
Twice daily
Estimated price
₹180 - ₹950
Website
https://www.irctc.co.in
Book at
https://12go.asia/en/operator/indian-railways
Sleeper Class
₹180 - ₹230
Third AC (3A)
₹550 - ₹700
Second AC (2A)
₹750 - ₹950
Train from Bhubaneswar to Ambala Cant Jn
Ave. Duration
34h 50m
Frequency
3 times a week
Estimated price
₹750 - ₹3,600
Website
https://www.irctc.co.in
Book at
https://12go.asia/en/operator/indian-railways
Sleeper Class
₹750 - ₹1,000
Third AC (3A)
₹2,000 - ₹2,500
Second AC (2A)
₹2,800 - ₹3,600
Bus operators
HRTC
Phone
9418000529
Email
hrtchq@gmail.com
Website
online.hrtchp.com
Bus from Ambala to Shimla ISBT Tutikandi
Ave. Duration
5h 9m
Frequency
3 times a day
Estimated price
₹280 - ₹1,300
Schedules at
online.hrtchp.com
Seater
₹550 - ₹1,300
Other operators
Taxi from Chandigarh to Shimla
Ave. Duration
1h 41m
Estimated price
₹2,900 - ₹3,500
RS Taxi Service
Phone
+91 99 88 83 76 36
Website
chandigarhtaxiservice.net
Rana cabs
Phone
+91 90 41 41 21 41
Website
ranatravelschandigarh.com
Mr. Singh Cab
Phone
+91 98 55 85 49 99
Website
mrsinghcab.com

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