Overview
Shimla to Chandigarh is about 115 km, typically 3 to 4 hours by taxi down the four-lane NH5 via Solan and Parwanoo. It's the standard trip to Chandigarh airport or railway station after a Shimla holiday, and most of it is downhill, from about 2,200 m to the plains. Traffic is the main variable: Sunday evenings and holiday weekends can add an hour at Shoghi and Parwanoo. For flights, we'll plan the pickup from your departure time with a sensible buffer.
Usual route: Solan, Dharampur, Parwanoo and Kalka (NH5)
Included
- Fuel and driver allowance
- Tolls and state entry taxes
- Pickup anywhere in Shimla
- Short refreshment stops
Not included
- ×Parking at sightseeing stops
- ×Detours beyond the agreed route (quoted upfront)
- ×Night allowance on trips that need one (quoted upfront)
The climb from Shimla to Chandigarh
How high you go, and the stops along the way. Useful if anyone in your group gets motion sick or feels the altitude.
Start
2,376 m
Shimla
Total descent
−2,055 m
over ~115 km
Finish
321 m
Chandigarh
- Shimla
- Shoghi
- Dharampur
- Timber Trail, Parwanoo
- Chandigarh
Illustrative profile. Start, finish altitudes are approximate; stops are shown in order, not to scale.
Shimla to Chandigarh taxi fare and cab rates
Starting prices for a one-way trip (~115 km), per vehicle, with fuel, driver, tolls and HP entry tax included. Your exact price is confirmed in writing on WhatsApp before you book; it can vary with dates, vehicle model and extra stops. All Himachal taxi fares
₹5,750
starting · one way
₹7,250
starting · one way
₹8,000
starting · one way
₹13,000
starting · one way
Your quote
Shimla → Chandigarh
Sedan · one way · ~115 km
- FuelIncluded
- Driver & driver allowanceIncluded
- Highway tollsIncluded
- Himachal state entry taxIncluded
- Pickup anywhere in ShimlaIncluded
Total you pay
starting price
₹5,750
Only ever extra: parking at sightseeing stops you choose (paid at cost), and detours you add on the day (quoted before you go).
Driving tips for this route
- 1For a flight from Chandigarh, plan to arrive 3 hours ahead; leave Shimla at least 5–6 hours before departure on weekends.
- 2Hotels on or near the Mall are vehicle-restricted; the driver meets you at the nearest permitted point.
- 3Stop at Dharampur or Solan for food; the plains section after Parwanoo is quick.
Worthwhile stops on the way
Shimla
Pickup
Shoghi
Hilltop town just outside Shimla; often the first traffic point.
Dharampur
Popular food stop on the four-lane.
Timber Trail, Parwanoo
Cable car at the foot of the hills; optional stop.
Chandigarh
Drop at your hotel
Weather & road conditions
Pickup options
- • Shimla hotels (Mall Road, Chhota Shimla, Sanjauli, Kufri)
- • Shimla railway station
Other ways to travel
HRTC and Volvo buses run Shimla–Chandigarh in about 4 hours, and the Kalka–Shimla toy train links with trains at Kalka. A taxi is the quickest door to door.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Shimla to Chandigarh cab cost?+
Starting one-way fares are Sedan ₹5,750, SUV ₹7,250, Toyota Innova Crysta ₹8,000, Tempo Traveller ₹13,000, all-inclusive with fuel, driver, tolls and Himachal entry tax. Your exact taxi price is confirmed in writing on WhatsApp before you book.
How long is Shimla to Chandigarh by taxi?+
About 115 km, usually 3 to 4 hours (approximate; verification pending).
Can you drop at Chandigarh airport?+
Yes. We'll set the Shimla pickup time from your flight time, with buffer for weekend traffic.
Can you pick us up from a hotel on the Mall?+
The Mall is vehicle-restricted. The driver meets you at the nearest permitted point; your hotel can arrange porters.
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