How to travel from Shimla to Thane, India
The distance between Shimla and Thane is around 1,483km (921 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi and then fly which takes around 5hrs.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Shimla to Thane by taxi, plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Thane → Shimla if you're planning a return trip.
Taxi and Plane
Take a taxi to Chandigarh (IXC) then fly from Chandigarh (IXC) to Mumbai (BOM).
- Duration5hrs
- Flight time2h 30m
- Typical cost₹9,075($115)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Taxi and Train
Take a taxi to Chandigarh then take the train to Vasai Road and then to Dadar.
- Duration23h 30m
- Departs4 times a week
- Typical cost₹3,185($40)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Shimla and Thane
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Shimla to Thane by taxi, plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around ₹1,910 ($24) and will take around 1 day 2h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and then fly and arrive in approximately 5hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₹9,075 ($115).
The distance between Shimla and Thane is around 1,483km (921 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,390km (864 miles)
It takes around 5hrs to get from Shimla and Thane by taxi and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 24hrs to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Shimla to Thane is to take a taxi and then fly which takes around 5hrs and will set you back approx ₹9,075 ($115).
The cheapest way to travel between Shimla and Thane, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around ₹1,910 ($24) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Shimla and Thane. We recommend that you take a taxi to Chandigarh (IXC) then fly from Chandigarh (IXC) to Mumbai (BOM). instead which will take 5hrs.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Shimla and Thane. We recommend that you take a taxi to Chandigarh (IXC) then fly from Chandigarh (IXC) to Mumbai (BOM). instead which will take 5hrs.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Shimla to Thane. We recommend that you take a taxi to Chandigarh (IXC) then fly from Chandigarh (IXC) to Mumbai (BOM). instead which will take 5hrs.
The closest major airport to Thane is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) (BOM) which is approximately 16km (10 miles) from Thane. Pune Airport (PNQ) (PNQ) and Ozar Airport (ISK) (ISK) 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 Shimla and Thane. The distance is around 1,699km (1,056 miles) by road and it will take around 24hrs in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Shimla to Thane is to take a taxi and then fly which takes, on average, 5hrs and will usually cost around ₹9,075 ($115).
Compare travel optionsbetween Shimla and Thane
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Taxi and Plane + 2 similar | 5hrs | ₹9,075($115) | every 15 mins | 1,483km (921 miles) |
| Taxi to Dehra Dun (DED), Fly | 7h 20m | ₹12,175($155) | every 15 mins | 1,620km (1,006 miles) |
| Taxi to Kulu (KUU), Fly | 7h 30m | ₹32,870($415) | every 15 mins | 1,719km (1,068 miles) |
Taxi and Train + 2 similar | 23h 30m | ₹3,185($40) | 4 times a week | 1,752km (1,089 miles) |
| Bus and Train | 1 day 2h | ₹1,910($24) | twice daily | 1,760km (1,093 miles) |
| Bus to Ambāla, Train | 1 day 11h | ₹2,070($26) | once daily | 1,869km (1,161 miles) |
Drive | 24hrs | ₹13,770($175) | on demand | 1,699km (1,056 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Shimla and Thane
Airlines
GoAir
IndiGo Airlines
Vistara
Air India Limited
Spicejet
Train operators
Indian Railways
Bus companies
HRTC
Airports near Thane
The following major airports near Thane offer regular flights to various popular destinations within India and internationally.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM)
- Distance
- 16km (10 miles) from Thane
Pune Airport (PNQ)
- Distance
- 121km (75 miles) from Thane
Ozar Airport (ISK)
- Distance
- 143km (89 miles) from Thane