How to travel from Asansol to Shimla, India
The distance between Asansol and Shimla is around 1,438km (894 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train, then fly and then take a taxi which takes around 5h 35m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Asansol to Shimla by train, plane, taxi, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Shimla → Asansol if you're planning a return trip.
Train, Plane and Taxi
Take the train to Durgapur then fly from Kazi Nazrul Islam (RDP) to Chandigarh (IXC) then take a taxi to Shimla.
- Duration5h 35m
- Flight time2h 55m
- Typical cost₹12,335($155)
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4 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Kalka.
- Duration1 day 3h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost₹3,500($44)
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Train and Bus
Take the train to Anand Vihar Terminal then take the bus to Shimla ISBT Tutikandi.
- Duration1 day 2h
- Departsonce a week
- Typical cost₹1,435($18)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Asansol and Shimla
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Asansol to Shimla by train, plane, taxi, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around ₹1,435 ($18) and will take around 1 day 2h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train, then fly and then take a taxi and arrive in approximately 5h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹12,335 ($155).
The distance between Asansol and Shimla is around 1,438km (894 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,270km (789 miles)
It takes around 5h 35m to get from Asansol and Shimla by train, plane and taxi. If you are travelling by car it will take around 21h 40m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Asansol to Shimla is to take the train, then fly and then take a taxi which takes around 5h 35m and will set you back approx ₹12,335 ($155).
The cheapest way to travel between Asansol and Shimla, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around ₹1,435 ($18) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Asansol and Shimla. It typically takes around 1 day 3h and departs once daily.
There are no direct train services that runs from Asansol to Shimla. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Kalka. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 1 day 3h.
Indian Railways run train services between Asansol and Shimla. Trains depart once daily and will take around 1 day 3h, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Asansol and Shimla. We recommend that you take the train to Durgapur then fly from Kazi Nazrul Islam (RDP) to Chandigarh (IXC) then take a taxi to Shimla. instead which will take 5h 35m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Asansol to Shimla. We recommend that you take the train to Durgapur then fly from Kazi Nazrul Islam (RDP) to Chandigarh (IXC) then take a taxi to Shimla. instead which will take 5h 35m.
The closest major airport to Shimla is Chandigarh Airport (IXC) (IXC) which is approximately 60km (37 miles) from Shimla. Bhuntar Airport (KUU) (KUU) and Dehradun Airport (DED) (DED) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Asansol and Shimla. The distance is around 1,638km (1,018 miles) by road and it will take around 21h 40m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Asansol to Shimla is to take the train, then fly and then take a taxi which takes, on average, 5h 35m and will usually cost around ₹12,335 ($155).
Compare travel optionsbetween Asansol and Shimla
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train, Plane and Taxi + 4 similar | 5h 35m | ₹12,335($155) | every 30 mins | 1,573km (978 miles) |
| Train to Jasidih Jn, plane and taxi | 6h 25m | ₹11,140($140) | hourly | 1,533km (952 miles) |
| Train to Barddhaman, plane and taxi | 8hrs | ₹11,620($145) | hourly | 1,787km (1,110 miles) |
| Train to Durgapur, plane and taxi | 8h 25m | ₹17,905($225) | every 30 mins | 1,685km (1,047 miles) |
| Train to Patna Jn, plane and taxi | 8h 60m | ₹8,835($110) | every 4 hours | 1,438km (894 miles) |
Train | 1 day 3h | ₹3,500($44) | once daily | 1,599km (993 miles) |
Train and Bus | 1 day 2h | ₹1,435($18) | once a week | 1,584km (984 miles) |
Drive | 21h 40m | ₹15,440($195) | on demand | 1,638km (1,018 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Asansol and Shimla
Airlines
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Train operators
Indian Railways
Bus companies
HRTC
Airports near Shimla
The following major airports near Shimla offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.
Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
- Distance
- 60km (37 miles) from Shimla
Bhuntar Airport (KUU)
- Distance
- 98km (61 miles) from Shimla
Dehradun Airport (DED)
- Distance
- 120km (75 miles) from Shimla