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

The cheapest way to get from Shimla to Ludhiāna is to bus via Chandīgarh which costs ₹410 - ₹1,800 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Shimla to Ludhiāna is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs ₹2,100 - ₹3,100.

Is there a direct bus between Shimla and Ludhiāna?

No, there is no direct bus from Shimla to Ludhiāna. However, there are services departing from Shimla Isbt Tutikandi and arriving at Ludhiana via Zirakpur and Chandigarh ISBT-43. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Shimla and Ludhiāna?

No, there is no direct train from Shimla to Ludhiāna. However, there are services departing from Simla and arriving at Ludhiana Jn via Kalka. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

How far is it from Shimla to Ludhiāna?

The distance between Shimla and Ludhiāna is 220 km. The road distance is 189.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Shimla to Ludhiāna without a car is to taxi and train which takes 4h 40m and costs ₹2,400 - ₹4,800.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Shimla to Ludhiāna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shimla to Ludhiāna bus from?

Shimla to Ludhiāna bus services, operated by HRTC, depart from Shimla Isbt Tutikandi station.

Where do I catch the Shimla to Ludhiāna train from?

Shimla to Ludhiāna train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Simla station.

Train or bus from Shimla to Ludhiāna?

The best way to get from Shimla to Ludhiāna is to bus via Chandīgarh which takes 6h and costs ₹410 - ₹1,800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹280 - ₹2,300 and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Shimla to Ludhiāna bus arrive?

Shimla to Ludhiāna bus services, operated by HRTC, arrive at Zirakpur station.

Where does the Shimla to Ludhiāna train arrive?

Shimla to Ludhiāna train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kalka station.

Can I drive from Shimla to Ludhiāna?

Yes, the driving distance between Shimla to Ludhiāna is 189 km. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Shimla to Ludhiāna.

Where can I stay near Ludhiāna?

There are 133+ hotels available in Ludhiāna.

Shimla to Ludhiāna - 7 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Shimla to Ludhiāna by taxi, train, bus, or car

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Shimla to Kalkataxi
2. Take the train from Chandigarh to Ludhiana Jntrain 12925 / ...
4h 40m
₹2,477–4,732
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Simla to Kalkatrain 52452 / ...
2. Take the train from Kalka to Ludhiana Jntrain 14503
8h 57m
₹284–2,228
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shimla Isbt Tutikandi to Zirakpurbus
2. Take the train from Chandigarh to Ludhiana Jntrain 12925 / ...
5h 36m
₹519–2,383
Drive 189.4 km
1. Drive from Shimla to Ludhiānacar 189.4 km
3h 4m
₹2,137–3,086
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shimla to Ludhiānataxi 189.4 km
3h 4m
₹4,800–6,000
Bus via Chandīgarh
1. Take the bus from Shimla Isbt Tutikandi to Zirakpurbus
2. Take the bus from Chandigarh ISBT-43 to Ludhianabus
6h
₹418–1,783
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shimla, Himachal Pradesh to Chandigarh, Punjabbus Shimla, Himachal Pradesh - Chandigarh, Punjab
2. Take the bus from Chandigarh ISBT-43 to Ludhianabus
6h 47m

Shimla to Ludhiāna by train

2Weekly Trains

8h 57mAverage Duration

₹284Cheapest Price

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Distance: 220.1 km
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Shimla Isbt Tutikandi to Ludhiana via Zirakpur, Isbt-43, and Chandigarh ISBT-43 in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Simla to Ludhiana Jn via Kalka in around 8h 57m.

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