Chandigarh to Shimla Cab Fare
Prices from 3 sites, the drive, and what to see in Shimla.
A one-way sedan from Chandigarh to Shimla costs ₹2,156 to ₹2,434. The cab goes out past Pinjore to Kalka, then climbs the four-lane hill road through Dharampur and Solan. Plan on about 3.5 hours. Most people stay two nights: one day for the town, one for Kufri.
Chandigarh to Shimla cab fare
The price Savaari, EaseMyTrip and Bharat Taxi each showed us for the same trip. Lowest price in each row is highlighted.
One way
Drop at Shimla. You pay for one side only. Every price is for the 114 km drive.
| Car | Savaari | EaseMyTrip |
|---|---|---|
| Hatchback | ₹2,386 | ₹2,147 |
| Sedan | ₹2,434 | ₹2,156 |
| SUV (Ertiga) | ₹3,166 | ₹3,234 |
| Innova | ₹6,266 | ₹6,303 |
- Savaari: includes toll and state tax, driver allowance, fuel, GST. Not included: expressway toll.
- EaseMyTrip: includes taxes and charges. Not stated: driver allowance.
Round trip, 2 days
The same car and driver stay with you and bring you back to Chandigarh. Every price is for 228 km, the drive there and back.
| Car | Savaari | Bharat Taxi |
|---|---|---|
| Hatchback | ₹4,701 | No price |
| Sedan | ₹4,797 | ₹7,263 |
| SUV (Ertiga) | ₹6,937 | ₹10,838 |
| Innova | ₹8,912 | ₹10,150 |
| Tempo Traveller | ₹23,048 | ₹16,750 |
- Driving around Shimla adds about 43 km (our 1 day plan), at each site's rate per extra km.
- Savaari: includes driver allowance, fuel, GST. Not included: toll and state tax.
- Bharat Taxi: includes GST, driver allowance. Not included: toll, parking, state tax.
We checked each site on 20 Oct 2026 for a pickup on 3 Nov 2026. Where a site's price covers fewer km than the trip, we added the extra km at its own rate, plus 5% GST if applicable. Prices change with the date, the season and demand, so check the site before you book. Cabsguru does not sell these trips.
- Distance 114 km
- Drive time ~3.5h
- Highway NH5
Road distance from Sector 17 to Cart Road in Shimla. The 85 km from Kalka is a winding hill road, and Shimla's entry jams at weekends. Allow up to 4 hours.
What to see in Shimla
An old hill town with a walking-only centre, temples on the hills above, and snow points and a palace a short drive out. Two days covers the town and Kufri.
The Ridge and Christ Church
The big open square at the top of Shimla, with the yellow Christ Church at one end. Cars can't drive up: the cab drops you on Cart Road and the Lift takes you to the top.
Mall Road and Scandal Point
Shimla's main walking street, with shops, cafes and the old Gaiety Theatre. It is closed to cars and very busy on weekend evenings.
Jakhu Temple
A Hanuman temple on the highest hill in Shimla, with a tall orange Hanuman statue you can see from town. The monkeys grab glasses and phones, so put them away.
Viceregal Lodge
The British Viceroy's stone mansion from 1888, with a 30 minute guided tour of the halls. Closed on Mondays; building tours run 10:30 to 16:30.
Kufri and Mahasu Peak
A small hill town east of Shimla, known for winter snow and pony rides up to Mahasu Peak. Agree the pony price before you set off.
Chail Palace
The Maharaja of Patiala's summer palace in the forests at Chail, now a hotel. Day visitors pay a small fee at the gate, and lunch there is an easy way to see inside.
The drive: which way to go
There is one main road up. You can add a hill town on the way.
NH5 through Kalka and Solan
~114 km · about 3.5 h · via Pinjore, Kalka, Dharampur & Solan
Flat to Kalka, then the four-lane road climbs into the hills. It is the road every bus and cab takes, so it is busy on Friday evenings and Sunday afternoons.
Detour to Kasauli
about 10 to 15 km up a side road from Dharampur
A small, quiet hill town with old churches and pine walks, up a side road from Dharampur. Adds about an hour with a short walk.
Cab from Chandigarh to Shimla
Call or message a local Chandigarh operator. Tell them your pickup point, dates and whether you need a one-way drop or a round trip, and they send a price for the car and driver.
We are still listing Chandigarh operators. Write to [email protected] and we will put you in touch.
Common questions
How much is a cab from Chandigarh to Shimla?
A one-way sedan costs ₹2,156 to ₹2,434 on Savaari and EaseMyTrip, and a 2-day round trip in a sedan costs ₹4,797 to ₹7,263 for the drive there and back. Check the date you travel, as prices move with demand.
What does an SUV or Innova cost from Chandigarh to Shimla?
An Ertiga-type SUV one way costs ₹3,166 to ₹3,234. An Innova one way costs ₹6,266 to ₹6,303. Both seat 6 to 7 people with luggage.
How long is the drive from Chandigarh to Shimla?
About 3.5 hours for 114 km. The first 30 km to Kalka are flat; the hill road from there takes most of the time. Weekend traffic into Shimla can add an hour.
Can I do Shimla as a day trip from Chandigarh?
Yes, but it is a long day: about 7 hours of driving there and back leaves 4 or 5 hours for the Ridge, the Mall and Jakhu. Stay a night if you also want Kufri.
Can the cab pick me up at Chandigarh airport?
Yes. The airport is south of the city near Zirakpur, on the way out towards Kalka, so the ride is about the same length.
Can the cab drive into Shimla town?
Only to Cart Road and the hotels on the roads around it. Cars are not allowed on the Ridge or the Mall. The Lift on Cart Road takes you up to the top.
When is the best time to go?
March to June is the main season. Snow falls from about December to February, more at Kufri than in town. July to September is the monsoon, when hill roads can slip.