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

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  1. Bus

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    1. Take the bus from Manali to Shimla Isbt Tutikandibus bus
    9h 12m
    ₹470–1,100

  2. Bus, taxi

    1. Take the bus from Manali to Jibhibus bus redbusIndia_Volvo 9600 A/C Semi Sleeper
    2. Take the taxi from Jibhi to Shimlataxi taxi
    4h 24m

  3. Drive  233.6 km

    1. Drive from Manāli to Shimlacar car 233.6 km
    3h 56m
    ₹2,264–3,270

  4. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Manāli to Shimlataxi taxi 233.6 km
    3h 56m
    ₹5,500–7,000

Manāli to Shimla by bus

Calendar35Weekly Buses
Duration9h 12mAverage Duration
Ticket₹470Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 231.9 km
  • Duration: 9h 12m

What companies run services between Manāli, Himachal Pradesh, India and Shimla, India?

HRTC operates a bus from Manali to Shimla Isbt Tutikandi 5 times a day. Tickets cost ₹470–1,100 and the journey takes 9h 12m.

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