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Delhi
Shimla
Delhi → Karnal → Ambala → Pinjore → Solan → Shimla
Distance
350km
Drive Time
7hrs
Highway
NH-44 & NH-5
Cab From
₹3,850
Your Route at a Glance
Delhi
Shimla
Distance
350 km
Miles
217 mi
Duration
7-8 hours
Stops
4
Route Overview
Delhi to Shimla Road Guide
350
km
7
hours
NH-44 & NH-5
highway
Excellent highway till Pinjore. Mountain roads after Kalka are well-maintained but winding.
Your Journey
En-Route Stops
4 stops along 350 km
Delhi
Start · km 0
Karnal
Rest stop · Food & refreshments
Ambala
Rest stop · Food & refreshments
Pinjore
Rest stop · Food & refreshments
Solan
Rest stop · Food & refreshments
Shimla
Destination · 350 km
Toll Info
Toll Plazas on This Route
Total Toll
₹390
Panipat Toll
90 km · ₹165
Karnal Toll
130 km · ₹130
Ambala Toll
200 km · ₹95
Panipat Toll
at 90 km
₹165
Karnal Toll
at 130 km
₹130
Ambala Toll
at 200 km
₹95
* FASTag accepted at all plazas. Rates approximate, may vary.
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Delhi to Shimla Cab Fare
All-inclusive · No hidden charges
Sedan
Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 Seater
SUV
Innova Crysta / Ertiga · 6-7 Seater
Tempo Traveller
12-Seater AC · 12 Seater
* Toll & state tax extra at actual. Fares based on 350 km one-way.
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Tips & Insights
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.
Quick Facts
Why 10,000+ Travellers Choose Triveni Cabs
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FAQ
Delhi to Shimla 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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