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Shimla To Kalka Bus

Book comfortable and affordable bus tickets from Shimla to Kalka on Goibibo. Covering a distance of approximately 38 km, the journey typically takes around 3h 17m. This popular route offers over 33+ daily options. The first bus departs around 06:40 AM, while the last bus leaves near 10:30 PM. Choose from top-rated operators like HRTC, Laxmi holidays, City Land Travels, offering Volvo, A/C and Sleeper buses. Select convenient boarding points in Shimla and flexible dropping point locations in Kalka. Popular boarding points in Shimla include Tara Devi Bus Stop, Shimla By pass Mc Car Parking, Shimla, while commonly chosen drop-off points in Kalka include Kalka Bypass, Kalka, Kalka by pass. Fares start at ₹225. Apply code BIGBUS to save more. Easily compare prices, user ratings, departure times, and seat types—all in one place. Experience a hassle-free booking process with top-rated bus operators and flexible filters for a smooth Shimla to Kalka journey.

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HRTC

HIMACHAL ROAD TRANSPORT CORPORATION

16 buses

Starts at 06:40

₹225

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zingbus Maxx

Volvo 9600 Multi Axle Semi-Sleeper (2+2)

4.5/5

21:00

Bypass Crossing

2h 25m

23:25 11th Mar

Kalka Bypass

₹816

₹932

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17 window seat  window

34 seats left

₹ 932

₹ 816

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zingbus plus

Bharat Benz A/C Semi Sleeper (2+2)

4.5/5

21:30

Bypass Crossing

2h 25m

23:55 11th Mar

Kalka Bypass

₹451

₹515

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14 window seat  window

30 seats left

₹ 515

₹ 451

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zingbus plus

Bharat Benz A/C Semi Sleeper (2+2)

4.5/5

20:30

Bypass Crossing

2h 25m

22:55 11th Mar

Kalka Bypass

₹355

₹406

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15 window seat  window

34 seats left

₹ 406

₹ 355

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RS Yadav Smart Bus

Volvo 9600 A/C Semi Sleeper (2+2)

4.3/5

primoLogo

21:50

Shimla By pass Mc Car Parking

2h 5m

23:55 11th Mar

Kalka Bypass

₹629

₹699

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20 window seat  window

45 seats left

₹ 699

₹ 629

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Laxmi holidays

Scania Multi-Axle AC Semi Sleeper (2+2)

4.4/5

09:30

Shimla By pass Mc Car Parking

2h 25m

11:55 11th Mar

Kalka by pass

₹539

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23 window seat  window

50 seats left

₹ 539

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Laxmi holidays

Scania Multi-Axle AC Semi Sleeper (2+2)

4.4/5

22:30

Shimla By pass Mc Car Parking

2h 0m

00:30 11th Mar

Kalka by pass

₹500

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22 window seat  window

49 seats left

₹ 500

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Laxmi holidays

Scania Multi-Axle AC Semi Sleeper (2+2)

4.4/5

20:30

Shimla By pass Mc Car Parking

3h 15m

23:45 11th Mar

Kalka by pass

₹500

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24 window seat  window

53 seats left

₹ 500

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Laxmi holidays

Scania Multi-Axle AC Semi Sleeper (2+2)

4.4/5

10:30

Shimla By pass Mc Car Parking

2h 20m

12:50 11th Mar

Kalka by pass

₹550

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22 window seat  window

49 seats left

₹ 550

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RS Yadav Smart Bus

VE A/C Semi Sleeper (2+2)

4.3/5

primoLogo

21:00

Shimla By pass Mc Car Parking

2h 5m

23:05 11th Mar

Kalka Bypass

₹539

₹599

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16 window seat  window

36 seats left

₹ 599

₹ 539

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Ram Dalal Holidays Pvt Ltd

Bharat Benz A/C Semi Sleeper (2+2)

4.3/5

primoLogo

21:30

Shimla

2h 5m

23:35 11th Mar

Kalka Bypass

₹760

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16 window seat  window

38 seats left

₹ 760

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Route Information for Shimla to Kalka Bus

Distance38 km
Bus Depart FromShimla
Bus Arrives InKalka
Earliest Bus06:40
Last Bus22:30
Avg. Bus Duration3h 17m
Cheapest Bus TicketRs. 225
Bus OperatorsHRTC, City Land Travels, Laxmi holidays, New Himalaya Travels, RS Yadav Smart Bus

How to Book Bus Tickets from Shimla to Kalka

Booking your bus tickets from Shimla to Kalka on Goibibo is a straightforward and efficient process. Follow these essential steps to secure your travel:

  1. Visit the Goibibo bus website OR, Open the Goibibo app on your Android/iOS device
  2. Enter your travel details: Fill in the following information:
    • Source city: Shimla
    • Destination city: Kalka
    • Date of travel: Select your preferred travel date.
  3. Browse bus options: Review a comprehensive list of available private and government buses. Check details such as seat availability, fares/prices, ratings, boarding/dropping points, operator names, and timings.
  4. Apply filters: Refine your search by selecting options like AC/non-AC, sleeper/Volvo, departure time, and operator.
  5. Choose your seat & boarding point: Select your desired seat and boarding location, then proceed to the next step.
  6. Fill in passenger details: Provide the necessary traveler information, including contact number and email.
  7. Make payment: Complete your booking securely using UPI, credit/debit cards, digital wallets, or GoCash.
  8. Get confirmation: Instantly receive your e-ticket or M-ticket via SMS and email.

By following these steps, you can ensure a hassle-free booking experience on Goibibo.

Book a Shimla to Kalka Bus Affordably on GoIbibo

Your bus booking from Shimla to Kalka is now simplified more than ever with the easy online portal of GoIbibo. The bookings are easy to make and allow you to choose from a host of customization options as per your trip requirements. You can choose between the GoIbibo app and the official web portal to make your next bus booking. 

Bus options to choose from range across a wide variation, like AC buses, non-AC buses, Volvo buses, seater, sleeper and semi-Sleeper buses, among others. Choose a bus that best suits your affordability and travel needs and proceed to make your next Shimla to Kalka booking.

Shimla to Kalka Bus Boarding and Dropping Points

You can choose from a host of bus operators to make your bus booking with including HRTC, City Land Travels, Laxmi holidays, New Himalaya Travels, RS Yadav Smart Bus. Both state-run and private operators provide bus services on the route and can be booked from the online GoIbibo portal. When making your bus booking, you can choose from your point to board your bus at in Shimla city. Some of the popular boarding points are

  • Tara Devi Bus Stop
  • Shimla By pass Mc Car Parking
  • Shimla
  • Bypass Crossing
  • Shimla By Pass
  • Mc Car Parking
  • . Similarly, you also need to choose a suitable location as your dropping point for trip completion. Some popular dropping points are
  • Kalka Bypass
  • Kalka
  • Kalka by pass
  • kalka
  • KALKA
  • .

    Shimla to Kalka Time and Duration

    A bus trip from Shimla to Kalka takes approximately 3h 17m to complete, covering a total distance of 38. The trip completion time can vary depending on the route chosen as well as the number of stoppages on the way. With some operators providing bus service on  the route, you can expect to complete the trip in the minimum possible time. Also, the fastest bus on this route is Laxmi holidays.

    Shimla to Kalka Bus Ticket Price

    The bus ticket prices for a Shimla to Kalka journey are set affordably and vary based on the type of bus selected as well as the amenities available. The lowest bus fare for booking on the route starts at 225 with the maximum bus fare going up to 1600.

    Shimla to Kalka Bus Time

    Buses on the route between Shimla and Kalka are available for booking throughout the day. You must check bus availability though before planning a trip on the route.

    Booking Shimla to Kalka Bus with GoIbibo

    With a user-friendly interface of the GoIbibo booking portal and a great navigation, making bus bookings between Shimla and Kalka is more simplified than ever. You can go through customer reviews and ratings as well to make a suitable operator selection when booking your bus. Bus ticket cancellation is simplified too with GoIbibo. Read through the cancellation policy for a hassle-free cancellation and refund.

    RTC Bus Timings from Shimla to Kalka

    Boarding PointsBus OperatorFirst BusLast BusTotal Buses
    Govt Bus StandHRTC06:4020:4016

    FAQ - Shimla to Kalka Bus Ticket Booking

    Q. How many buses are running between Shimla to Kalka on the daily basis?

    A. 33 buses are running between Shimla to Kalka. Out of which 17 AC Buses and 16 Non-AC Buses.

    Q. When does the first Shimla to Kalka bus leaves for the day?

    A. The first bus for Shimla to Kalka bus route leaves at 06:40 and fare for this bus is ₹ 230.

    Q. When does the last bus leaves for Kalka from Shimla?

    A. he last bus for Shimla to Kalka route leaves at 22:30. The ticket price for this bus is ₹1600.

    Q. What are the boarding points for Shimla to Kalka Bus service?

    A. Boarding points for this bus route in Shimla are Tara Devi Bus Stop, Shimla By pass Mc Car Parking, Shimla, Bypass Crossing, Shimla By Pass, Mc Car Parking.

    Q. What are the dropping points in Kalka for the Shimla Kalka bus route?

    A. Dropping points in Kalka for this route are Kalka Bypass, Kalka, Kalka by pass, kalka, KALKA.

    Q. Who are the popular operators on the Shimla to Kalka bus route?

    Q. How many buses are GPS enabled?

    A. Total 9 buses are GPS enabled on this route so that anyone can track his bus.

    Q. What is the minimum bus ticket fare from Shimla to Kalka route?

    A. The minimum bus ticket price for Shimla to Kalka route is Rs 225 Only.

    Q. What is the maximum bus ticket price from Shimla to Kalka route?

    A. The maximum bus ticket price for Shimla to Kalka route is Rs 1600.

    Q. How much time it takes to travel by bus from Shimla to Kalka?

    A. Approximately it will take 3h 17m to reach Shimla to Kalka by bus.

    Q. Which is the fastest bus on Shimla to Kalka route?

    A. From Shimla to Kalka,the fastest bus for this route is Laxmi holidays.

    Q. Which bus operators offer the cheapest fare from Shimla to Kalka route?

    A. While travelling from Shimla to Kalka ,HRTC provide the cheapest fare.