Darjeeling to Shimla Distance

Siliguri is one of the important metropolitan cities of West Bengal with a great commercial, tourism and education importance attached to it. The city acts as a gateway for travelling to the Northeastern cities. The backdrop of the Himalayas and lush green tea plantations make Siliguri an alluring destination for nature lovers.
 
Best Time to Visit
With light showers, thick fog and cool breeze, the months from October to February are considered the ideal time to visit Siliguri. For Siliguri Hotels booking always use Goibibo.
 
Places to Visit
Salugara Monastery and Iskcon Temple are the sacred sites that offer a calm environment and draw Buddhist and Hindu devotees in large numbers. Recognized as a World Heritage Site, Darjeeling Himalayan Railway is a popular tourist attraction of the city. The train runs to and from New Jalpaiguri to Darjeeling and provides splendid views of the enchanting hill station. Bengal Safari Park and Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary are ideal spots in the city for wildlife enthusiasts and bird watchers to visit. Sepoy Dhura Tea Garden, Surya Sen Park, Coronation Bridge and North Bengal Science Centre are some of the other interesting Places to Visit in Siliguri.
 
Food and Restaurants
Food in Siliguri is an amalgamation of the Tibetan, Nepali and Bengali cuisine. Some of the authentic local dishes that you can savour are Thukpa, Shanghai rolls, Chicken
Tai Pai, Jhalmuri and Momos. Tawai, Kalapataru, Yue Fung Chinese Restaurant and Indian Pagoda are some of the good restaurants you can visit.
 
Transportation
The transportation network of Siliguri is backed with robust infrastructure and efficient planning which makes both intercity and intracity travel convenient. Located on the western side of the city, the Bagdogra International Airport (IXB) caters to both domestic flights as well as international flights. Airlines such as Air India, Air Asia, Indigo and SpiceJet run maximum domestic flights to major cities like Delhi, Kolkata, Guwahati and Mumbai. On the other hand, the city also has air connectivity to international destinations like Kathmandu, Bangkok and Paro. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. The city comprises of two railway stations namely, New Jalpaiguri Junction and Siliguri Junction. The trains plying from the New Jalpaiguri Junction connects the city with other significant cities of North, Northeast and East India. The Siliguri Junction is a local rail hub and regular trains running through this station provide connectivity to nearby locations like Jalpaiguri, Kishanganj, Alipurduar etc. The bus services in the city provide good connectivity to Kolkata and other neighboring cities. A special bus service is available that connects Siliguri with Dhaka.

The capital city of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla is one of the most visited hill stations of Northern India. The city showcases a magical blend of serenity and buoyancy, with snow-capped Himalayan peaks, lush green valleys, busy markets and vibrant culture. The presence of elite colonial architectural buildings and ancient temples display the historical aspects of the city distinctly.
 
Best Time to Visit
The months from March to June are considered the ideal months to visit this hill station when the weather is pleasant and worth enjoying. From budget to luxury Goibibo has a wide range of Shimla hotels.
 
Places to Visit
Summer Hills, Jakhoo Hills and The Scandal Point Ridge are some of the famous points in Shimla that offer picturesque views that are cherished by nature lovers. The Shimla State Museum, Christ Church, Viceregal Lodge are some of the historical buildings that portray excellent Victorian architecture at its best. Chadwick Falls, Naldehra and Shaily peak, Green Valley and Tara Devi Temple are some of the other interesting tourist spots. The Mall Road and Lakkar Bazzar are the two main local markets where you can shop for Himachal handicraft products, woollen wear, wooden home decor pieces, woven carpets, hats, and some traditional jewellery.
 
Hotels and Restaurants
The Himachali cuisine offers some extremely flavoursome dishes such as Channa Madra, Siddu, Sepu Badi Madra that you must try. Some of the popular restaurants that you can visit are Baljees, The Devicos, Indian Coffee House and The Lutyens Room.
Shimla offers all kind of accommodation options for stay. Right from Budget Hotels in Shimla to Luxury Hotels in Shimla / Resorts in Shimla, from 5 star Shimla hotels to service apartments, one can find multiple options as per their need and pocket. Goibibo being the leading travel website has largest collection of hotels on its platform. One can easily find various collection of hotels as well on Goibibo, like couple friendly hotels in Shimla to hotels preferred by Business travellers in Shimla, similarly hotels preferred by students and also the ones preferred by women. Popular locations in Shimla for stay are near Shimla Airport, The Mall Road, Main Town, Shoghi and Chotta Shimla. It is very easy and convenient to compare and book hotels online on Goibibo.
 
Transportation
With a well-planned and systematically designed transportation network, the city is accessible from all parts of the country. Located at a distance of 22 km from the main city, the Shimla Airport (SLV) serves domestic flights and streamlines the air connectivity of the city with Delhi. Cheap flight tickets from here to other popular cities can be booked online on Goibibo. Also, flight status & other details related to flight booking & air tickets can be easily accessed on it. So for cheapest air tickets, it is recommended to book flights online. Shimla Railway Station is also listed as a World Heritage Site and there a few express and passenger trains that operate between Shimla, Kalka and Delhi. Also, there are plenty of state-run HRTC and private buses that connect Shimla with cities like Chandigarh, Kalka, Ambala and other nearby interstate and neighboring state locations.