Which bus from Chandigarh to Shimla is the best?
Check the bus schedule for Chandigarh to Shimla. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Himachal Road Transport Corporation, City Land Travels or Laxmi Holidays. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.
Cheapest bus trips today
Prices are for one way and one person
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Himachal Road Transport Corporation4h 0m001:30ChandigarhBus Station05:30ShimlaBus stop0BasicA Bus from Himachal Road Transport Corporation goes from Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) at 04/04/2025 01:30:00 to Bus stop, Shimla (India) arriving at 04/04/2025 05:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
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City Land Travels4h 20m014:45ChandigarhBus Station19:05ShimlaBus stop0BusinessA Bus from City Land Travels goes from Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) at 04/04/2025 14:45:00 to Bus stop, Shimla (India) arriving at 04/04/2025 19:05:00. 50 Business ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
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Laxmi Holidays3h 45m003:35ChandigarhBus Station07:20ShimlaBus stop0BusinessA Bus from Laxmi Holidays goes from Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) at 04/04/2025 03:35:00 to Bus stop, Shimla (India) arriving at 04/04/2025 07:20:00. 50 Business ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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Bedi Travels4h 10m003:50ChandigarhBus Station08:00ShimlaBus stop0BusinessA Bus from Bedi Travels goes from Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) at 04/04/2025 03:50:00 to Bus stop, Shimla (India) arriving at 04/04/2025 08:00:00. 50 Business ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 10m
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Northern Travels3h 20m005:00ChandigarhBus Station08:20ShimlaBus stop0BusinessA Bus from Northern Travels goes from Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) at 04/04/2025 05:00:00 to Bus stop, Shimla (India) arriving at 04/04/2025 08:20:00. 50 Business ticket for £9 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Prices are for one way and one person
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Himachal Road Transport Corporation4h 0m001:30ChandigarhBus Station05:30ShimlaBus stop0BasicA Bus from Himachal Road Transport Corporation goes from Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) at 09/04/2025 01:30:00 to Bus stop, Shimla (India) arriving at 09/04/2025 05:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £2 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 0m
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Laxmi Holidays3h 45m003:35ChandigarhBus Station07:20ShimlaBus stop0BusinessA Bus from Laxmi Holidays goes from Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) at 09/04/2025 03:35:00 to Bus stop, Shimla (India) arriving at 09/04/2025 07:20:00. 50 Business ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 45m
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City Land Travels4h 20m014:45ChandigarhBus Station19:05ShimlaBus stop0BusinessA Bus from City Land Travels goes from Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) at 09/04/2025 14:45:00 to Bus stop, Shimla (India) arriving at 09/04/2025 19:05:00. 50 Business ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 20m
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Northern Travels3h 20m005:00ChandigarhBus Station08:20ShimlaBus stop0BusinessA Bus from Northern Travels goes from Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) at 09/04/2025 05:00:00 to Bus stop, Shimla (India) arriving at 09/04/2025 08:20:00. 50 Business ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 20m
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Zingbus4h 25m003:45ChandigarhBus Station08:10ShimlaBus stop0BusinessA Bus from Zingbus goes from Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) at 09/04/2025 03:45:00 to Bus stop, Shimla (India) arriving at 09/04/2025 08:10:00. 50 Business ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 25m
What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Chandigarh and Shimla?
Friday
is the busiest day, with more than 38 daily coaches from Chandigarh to Shimla. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 36 daily coaches between Chandigarh and Shimla.
The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 33 coaches from Chandigarh to Shimla, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Chandigarh and Shimla, with 11 offers.
All facts for Chandigarh to Shimla bus at a glance
Compare all coach operators like Himachal Road Transport Corporation, City Land Travels and Laxmi Holidays that travel daily 37 times by bus from Chandigarh to Shimla in one click. Book your Chandigarh to Shimla bus ticket starting from £2!
| Cheapest Bus | £2 |
| Fastest Bus | 2h 45m |
| Earliest Coach | 01:30 |
| Latest Coach | 23:05 |
| Daily Bus Connections | 37 Ø |
| Distance | 54.6 km |
| Coach Companies | Himachal Road Transport Corporation, City Land Travels, Laxmi Holidays, Zingbus, Pal Travel Lines, Bedi Travels, Northern Travels and Asians Shina Tours and Travels |
What are the cheapest coach tickets from Chandigarh to Shimla?
Every day, 37 buses from 8 coach companies leave Chandigarh for Shimla. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 04/04/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
31/03
Tuesday
01/04
Wednesday
02/04
Thursday
03/04
Friday
04/04
£2
Saturday
05/04
£7
Sunday
06/04
Monday
07/04
£7
Tuesday
08/04
Wednesday
09/04
£3
Thursday
10/04
£6
Friday
11/04
Saturday
12/04
Sunday
13/04
Monday
14/04
Tuesday
15/04
Wednesday
16/04
Thursday
17/04
Friday
18/04
Saturday
19/04
Sunday
20/04
Monday
21/04
Tuesday
22/04
Wednesday
23/04
Thursday
24/04
Friday
25/04
Saturday
26/04
Sunday
27/04
The cheapest time to travel from Chandigarh to Shimla
With a price starting from £2, Friday is the cheapest day for a coach from Chandigarh to Shimla. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £2.
Morning
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Chandigarh to Shimla, with £2. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £2.
How to save money travelling from Chandigarh to Shimla
Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.
Book the ticket from Chandigarh to Shimla in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Chandigarh to Shimla, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.
If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Chandigarh to Shimla are also emptier.Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.
What are the most popular bus companies from Chandigarh to Shimla?
These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Chandigarh to Shimla timetable.
City Land Travels from Chandigarh to Shimla
Here you will find the key facts about the City Land Travels bus route Chandigarh to Shimla:
| Cheapest Price | £7 |
| Fastest Coach | 3h 10m |
| Earliest Coach | 02:30 |
| Last Coach | 15:40 |
| Daily Connections | 4 Ø |
| Found on | 01/04/2025 |
In total 8 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.
All bus stations and stops in Chandigarh and Shimla
Here is a map with all coach stations in Chandigarh and Shimla. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.
Compare the bus with other modes of transport
The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Chandigarh to Shimla? Compare all modes of transports from
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All you need to know when you travel by bus from Chandigarh to Shimla
Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Chandigarh to Shimla. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.
FAQs for Chandigarh to Shimla bus
How much does a Chandigarh Shimla coach trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Chandigarh Shimla bus trip is available from £2 and takes 4h 0m. Compare offers and save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Chandigarh to Shimla?
This connection is offered by 8 companies with ticket prices ranging from £2 to £21. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Shimla.
How many connections are available for the Chandigarh Shimla route on average every day?
Each day, the bus route from Chandigarh to Shimla is offered by roughly 37 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.
How long does a bus to Shimla from Chandigarh take?
The quickest coach from Chandigarh to Shimla is provided by Pal Travel Lines and takes 2h 45m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £14. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Chandigarh to Shimla?
The earliest bus to Shimla departs from Chandigarh at 01:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
What time is the last coach from Chandigarh to Shimla?
The latest bus to Shimla departs from Chandigarh at 23:05. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
Which bus companies serve the Chandigarh Shimla route?
Passengers looking to travel from Chandigarh to Shimla can travel with Himachal Road Transport Corporation, City Land Travels and Laxmi Holidays. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.
Is there a direct bus between Chandigarh and Shimla?
You can check all the direct connections between Chandigarh and Shimla by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Himachal Road Transport Corporation, City Land Travels and Laxmi Holidays.
What can I take with me on the bus to Shimla from Chandigarh?
Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Chandigarh Shimla bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.
What equipment is available for the Chandigarh Shimla bus route?
The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Chandigarh to Shimla on your planned travel date.
Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Chandigarh to Shimla
Basic
Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.
Business
Comfortable seating, food and drink service, accompanied generally by ticket flexibility.
More bus routes to Chandigarh and to Shimla
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Chandigarh and to Shimla. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!
Popular Airport Transfers to Chandigarh and to Shimla
