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How to Reach Solan from Shimla
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Shimla to Solan Route
| By Air | By Road | By Train | By Sea | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shimla to Solan | - | 1.0 hours | 2.0 hours | - |
A very beautiful and enchanting hill station in the foothills of Himalayas, Solan is a perfect getaway to spend some cherishing moments amidst the picture-perfect scenery of deodar trees and high mountains. Shimla to Solan distance is 45 km and is easily accessible by road and rail transport. Shimla, Kalka, and Solan are very close to each other and can be covered easily on a weekend trip. There are around 3 to 4 direct trains that operate between Shimla and Solan and takes around 2.5 to 3 hours for the entire journey. The route from Shimla to Solan is very picturesque whether you decide to take the train journey or the road journey. Let us tell you the best mode of transport to travel to Solan from Shimla.
Shimla to Solan By Train: Traveling from Shimla to Solan by train is one of the best ways and the most affordable means as compared to other means of transport. There are a total of three trains that operate between Shimla and Solan which are Shimla Himalayan Queen which takes around 2 hours 40 minutes, Shimla Kalka Passenger which takes around 3 hours, and Shimla Kalka Express which takes around 2 hours 40 minutes.
Shimla to Solan By Road: Shimla to Solan distance by road is around 45 km and it is best to take a taxi or a bus to cover this distance in just 1.5 hours. Several Government buses run from Shimla to Solan and also private taxis for the comfort of the travelers.
By Bus: Bus is another convenient way to travel to Solan from Shimla. Buses run by Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) run on a daily basis and take around 1 hour 15 mins to reach Solan from Shimla. The bus fare ranges from 80 INR to 90 INR for a non-ac seater bus. The pickup point of these buses in Shimla is Shimla ISBT Tutikandi which directly takes you to Solan.
By Car: If you are traveling with family and want a comfortable ride then hiring a taxi to reach Solan from Shimla is the best means of transport for you. The journey takes 1 to 1.5 hours depending on your stoppage points. The taxi will cost you somewhere between 1500 INR to 2000 INR.
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FAQs of Solan
Which is the fastest train that runs on Shimla to Solan route?
SML KLK Express is the fastest train that runs from Shimla to Solan.
How many trains run from Shimla to Solan on a daily basis?
On a daily basis, there are 3 trains from Shimla to Solan.
When does the first train and last train leave from Shimla to Solan?
The first train leaves from Shimla to Solan at 06:09 which is KLK SML Express and the last one leaves at 14:41 which is Himalayan Queen.
From which stations in Shimla you can board the train to Solan?
Shimla Railway Station is the station from where you can board the train to Solan.
List the deboarding stations in Solan for the trains coming from Shimla?
Dharampur Himachal Railway Station is the deboarding station in Solan for the trains coming from Shimla.
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