Facts about the transport from Shimla to Dharamshala
| Cheapest Transport | $7 |
| Fastest Transport | 3h 15m |
| Earliest Departure | 7:00 AM |
| Latest Departure | 9:30 PM |
| Departures per day | 7 |
| Distance | 240 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | HRTC, TravelODesk India |
Shimla to Dharamshala
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Shimla to Dharamshala Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Taxi | TaxiBazaar | Hatchback 4pax | Any time | +2h 46m | $57.65 | |
Taxi | TaxiBazaar | Sedan | Any time | +2h 46m | $57.76 | |
Taxi | TaxiBazaar | SUV 6pax | Any time | +2h 46m | $75.34 | |
Bus | New Prem | Non-AC Seater | 05:25 | 15:35 | $6.59 | |
Bus | New Prem | Non-AC Seater | 05:30 | 15:40 | $6.59 | |
Bus | HRTC | Non-AC Seater | 07:00 | 18:45 | $7.51 | |
Bus | New Prem | Non-AC Seater | 08:30 | 19:35 | $7.69 | |
Bus | New Prem | Non-AC Seater | 08:40 | 18:50 | $6.59 | |
Bus | HRTC | Non-AC Seater | 09:40 | 18:20 | $6.54 | |
Bus | HRTC | Non-AC Seater | 10:12 | 21:25 | $8.27 | |
Bus | HRTC | Non-AC Seater | 10:30 | 20:00 | $6.63 | |
Bus | New Prem | Non-AC Seater | 10:58 | 20:30 | $6.58 | |
Bus | New Prem | Non-AC Seater | 11:00 | 20:30 | $6.15 | |
Bus | New Prem | Non-AC Seater | 11:05 | 20:35 | $6.59 | |
Bus | HRTC | Non-AC Seater | 11:16 | 21:00 | $6.65 | |
Bus | HRTC | Non-AC Seater | 14:30 | 22:00 | $6.59 | |
Bus | HRTC | Non-AC Seater | 20:00 | 04:50 | $6.63 | |
Bus | HRTC | AC Semi Sleeper | 21:30 | 05:50 | $11.80 |
How to get from Shimla to Dharamshala
Travelling between Shimla and Dharamshala is possible by Bus and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 10.64 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 6.36.
How long does it take to get from Shimla to Dharamshala?
It can take you anywhere between 4 and 9 hours to travel between Shimla and Dharamshala depending on the means of transport you choose.
Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Shimla and Dharamshala. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 3h 15m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 8h 40m to reach Dharamshala.
How much does it cost to get from Shimla to Dharamshala?
Travelling between Shimla and Dharamshala can be as cheap as USD 6.36 if you opt for a HRTC bus and as expensive as USD 10.64 if you buy a HRTC Bus ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Shimla and Dharamshala ?
- 7 from Shimla to Dharamshala starting from 07:00 Shimla until 21:30 Shimla
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Shimla to Dharamshala.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Shimla to Dharamshala overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Shimla and Dharamshala
HRTC
What is the most popular transport to get from Shimla to Dharamshala?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% opted for a bus
Transportation from Shimla to Dharamshala
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Buses$ 6.36
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Taxis$ 114.65
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Vans are not available