What is the cheapest way to get from Birgunj to Shimla?

The cheapest way to get from Birgunj to Shimla is to train and bus which costs ₹900 - ₹5,500 and takes 25h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birgunj to Shimla?

The fastest way to get from Birgunj to Shimla is to taxi and fly and bus which takes 10h 30m and costs ₹21,000 - ₹38,000.

How far is it from Birgunj to Shimla?

The distance between Birgunj and Shimla is 1158 km. The road distance is 1173.7 km.

How do I travel from Birgunj to Shimla without a car?

The best way to get from Birgunj to Shimla without a car is to train and bus which takes 25h 15m and costs ₹900 - ₹5,500.

How long does it take to get from Birgunj to Shimla?

It takes approximately 10h 30m to get from Birgunj to Shimla, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Birgunj and Shimla?

Shimla is 15 min behind Birgunj. It is currently 9:01 AM in Birgunj and 8:46 AM in Shimla.

Can I drive from Birgunj to Shimla?

Yes, the driving distance between Birgunj to Shimla is 1174 km. It takes approximately 17h to drive from Birgunj to Shimla.

Where can I stay near Shimla?

There are 608+ hotels available in Shimla.

Birgunj to Shimla - 8 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Birgunj to Shimla by taxi, plane, bus, car, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi to Tribhuvan International Airport, fly, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Birgunj to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)taxi
2. Fly from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC)plane KTM - IXC
3. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus
10h 30m
₹21,112–37,725
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Raxaul Jn to Saharanpurtrain 22551 / ...
2. Take the bus from Saharanpur to Shimla ISBT Tutikandibus 1345
25h 15m
₹934–5,059
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Birgunj to Motiharicar
2. Take the bus from Motihari to Delhibus
3. Take the bus from Delhi to Chandigarhbus
4. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus
22h 36m
₹2,125–7,725
Drive 1,173.7 km
1. Drive from Birgunj to Shimlacar 1,173.7 km
17h
₹14,165–20,461
Train to Darbhanga Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Raxaul Jn to Shishotrain
2. Fly from Darbhanga Airport (DBR) to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC)plane DBR - IXC
3. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus
11h 18m
₹7,279–18,737
Train to Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Raxaul Jn to Patliputratrain
2. Fly from Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport (PAT) to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC)plane PAT - IXC
3. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus
12h 37m
₹6,768–12,402
Fly from Simara Airport, bus
1. Fly from Simara Airport (SIF) to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC)plane SIF - IXC
2. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus
10h 46m
₹18,970–63,103
Train to Gorakhpur Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Raxaul Jn to Gorakhpurtrain
2. Fly from Gorakhpur Airport (GOP) to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC)plane GOP - IXC
3. Take the bus from Chandigarh to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus
16h 40m
₹6,655–17,530

Birgunj to Shimla by train and bus

2Weekly Services

25h 15mAverage Duration

₹934Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,157.6 km
Duration: 10h 30m

What companies run services between Birgunj, Nepal and Shimla, India?

There is no direct connection from Birgunj to Shimla. However, you can take the taxi to Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) airport, fly to Chandigarh International Airport (IXC), walk to Behlana, take the line 17 bus to Isbt-17, then take the bus to Shimla Isbt Tutikandi. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Birgunj to Shimla Isbt Tutikandi via Motihari, Delhi, and Chandigarh in around 22h 36m.

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