How to Reach Solan from Delhi

The best way to reach Solan is by air considering the travel time. However there is no airport in Solan, and the nearest airport is Shimla Airport which is very well connected to the major cities in India. From the airport, you can book a cab or taxi and reach Solan in around 1 hour and 36 minutes. You can also take a flight from Delhi to Chandigarh Airport and from there book a taxi or cab and reach Solan in around 2 hours. Solan distance from Delhi by air is approximately 252 kilometers.

If you are seeking to opt for a railway option, there is no direct train from Delhi to Solan. Solan has a railway station, but it is connected to Kalka and Shimla. The railway station in Solan is the highest railway station in the world. You can either take Kalka Shatabdi (12011) from Delhi to Kalka, from there book a taxi or cab till Solan or take Himalayan Queen (14095) from Delhi to Kalka, from there, book a taxi or cab till Solan. The distance between Kalka and Solan is 40 kilometers (approx.) and can be covered in around 1 hour and 26 minutes. The distance between Delhi and Kalka is approximately 260 kilometers.

Delhi to Solan By Road: Reaching Solan from Delhi by bus is the only direct mode of transportation. Delhi to Solan by road is approximately 306 kilometers which can be covered in 8 hours (approx.). 

By Bus: The cheapest mode of transportation is to travel by bus. There is a direct bus service available from Delhi to Solan. Both private buses and government buses run between both the cities. The bus commutation is considered to be the cheapest mode of transportation.  

By Car/Cab: Delhi to Solan by car option is also feasible and many people choose it over other modes of transportation. One can also hire a cab or taxi easily and reach the destination.