Delhi to Shimla Distance: 350 km by Road — Book Cab from ₹3,850
Delhi to Shimla
Complete road distance, driving time, route map & cab booking guide
Recommended Route
Delhi → Karnal → Ambala → Pinjore → Solan → Shimla
Road Conditions
Excellent highway till Pinjore. Mountain roads after Kalka are well-maintained but winding.
Delhi to Shimla Cab
All fares include driver, fuel & AC — No hidden charges
Sedan
Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 Seater
SUV
Innova / Ertiga · 6-7 Seater
Tempo Traveller
12-Seater AC · 12 Seater
* Toll charges and state tax extra at actual. Fares based on 350 km one-way distance.
En-Route Stops
Delhi → Karnal → Ambala → Pinjore → Solan → Shimla
Toll Plazas
Estimated toll charges for Delhi to Shimla route
* All toll plazas accept FASTag. Rates are approximate and may vary.
Travel Smart
Best Time to Travel
March to June for pleasant weather, December to February for snowfall experience.
Local Insider Tip
The Kalka-Shimla mountain stretch is scenic. Stop at Barog for tea and views.
Why Book with Triveni Cabs?
Verified Drivers
Background-checked professionals
AC Fleet
GPS-tracked clean vehicles
Best Prices
No surge, no hidden costs
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Always available for you
Common Questions
Delhi to Shimla travel FAQs
The road distance from Delhi to Shimla is approximately 350 km via NH-44 & NH-5. The driving time is 7-8 hours depending on traffic and weather conditions.
A cab from Delhi to Shimla starts at ₹3,850 for an AC Sedan. SUV (Innova/Ertiga) starts at ₹4900. Toll and state tax extra at actual.
The drive from Delhi to Shimla takes approximately 7-8 hours via NH-44 & NH-5. Starting early morning (5-6 AM) helps avoid traffic and reduces travel time.
The recommended route is via NH-44 & NH-5. This offers the best road conditions and shortest travel time. Our experienced drivers know all the routes and will choose the optimal path based on current conditions.
Yes, Triveni Cabs offers both one-way and round-trip cab service from Delhi to Shimla. One-way cab saves you up to 50% compared to round-trip when you need only a single direction drop.
The NH-44 & NH-5 route is well-lit on highway sections, but we recommend daytime travel for the safest experience. Our drivers are experienced in night driving if needed, and all vehicles have GPS tracking.
We offer Sedan (Swift Dzire/Etios), SUV (Innova/Ertiga), and Tempo Traveller (12-seater) for the Delhi to Shimla route. All vehicles are AC, well-maintained, and GPS-equipped.
Toll charges and state tax are extra and paid at actual during the journey. Our driver handles all toll payments. You can also check our toll cost page for an estimate.
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Delhi to Shimla · 350 km · From ₹3,850
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