| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Taxi | TravelODesk India | Comfort 3pax | Any time | +7h 30m | $141.00 | |
Taxi | TravelODesk India | Van Family 6pax | Any time | +7h 30m | $171.00 | |
Taxi | TaxiBazaar | Sedan | Any time | +2h 23m | $72.66 | |
Taxi | TaxiBazaar | Hatchback 4pax | Any time | +2h 23m | $72.55 | |
Taxi | TaxiBazaar | SUV 6pax | Any time | +2h 23m | $110.24 | |
Bus | HRTC | Non-AC Seater | 08:00 | 17:40 | $7.66 | |
Bus | Krishna Transport Shimla | Non-AC Seater | 08:20 | 17:30 | $8.38 | |
Bus | HRTC | Non-AC Seater | 09:15 | 18:55 | $6.96 | |
Bus | HRTC | Non-AC Seater | 10:35 | 19:00 | $6.96 | |
Bus | Pal Travel Lines | A/C Semi Sleeper | 11:25 | 18:55 | $11.95 | |
Bus | HRTC | Non-AC Seater | 19:00 | 05:30 | $7.29 | |
Bus | HRTC | Non-AC Seater | 20:20 | 05:00 | $8.02 | |
Bus | HRTC | A/C Semi Sleeper | 21:00 | 06:10 | $12.89 | |
Bus | HRTC | Non-AC Seater | 21:40 | 06:00 | $6.96 | |
Bus | Globa Holidays Adveture Tours | A/C Semi Sleeper | 22:00 | 06:15 | $12.05 |
Travelling between Shimla and Manali 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 11.61 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 6.70.
It can take you anywhere between 3 and 11 hours to travel between Shimla and Manali depending on the means of transport you choose.
Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Shimla and Manali. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 2h 23m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 10h 30m to reach Manali.
Travelling between Shimla and Manali can be as cheap as USD 6.70 if you opt for a HRTC bus and as expensive as USD 11.61 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.
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Shimla to Manali.
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.
HRTC, Krishna Transport Shimla
Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
TaxiBazaar, TravelODesk India
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
| Cheapest Transport | $7 |
| Fastest Transport | 2h 23m |
| Earliest Departure | 8:00 AM |
| Latest Departure | 9:40 PM |
| Departures per day | 8 |
| Distance | 200 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | HRTC, Krishna Transport Shimla, TaxiBazaar, TravelODesk India |