Distance : 167 km
Estimated Time : 4.5 hours
Patiala to Shimla is very popular route for tourists, probably the most popular hill station in northern India. Alongwith its unique attraction of Toy Train, it has something for all tourists, be it shopaholic, honeymoon couples, nature lovers, adventure sports, religious travelers.
"In 1864, the place was declared colonial India’s official “summer capital”. Later, Shimla came to be known as the “Queen of Hills"."
Set amidst beautiful hills and mystical woods, Shimla's captivating natural beauty, and the atmosphere are bound to leave any tourist overwhelmed. The city is a unique combination of hills, spurs and valleys to the North and East; a network of mountain ranges which are crossed at a distance, by a magnificent crescent of new peaks, the mountains of Kullu and Spiti in North, the central range of the Eastern Himalayas in the east and South east. The most popular places within city are Mall Road, The Ridge and Jakhu Temple. Shimla is also used a base to visit other nearby places like Chail, Kufri, Naldehra, Mashobra, Tattapani and Narkanda.
Taxi from Patiala to Shimla is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Patiala to Shimla by car is well connected through NH7 and NH5. The route goes through Panchkula to Kalka to Himalayan expressway. This expressway is better than many expressways on plains. The view is terrific. Just before Kasauli, the famous food joint "Giani da dhaba" is a must visit. Right from the end of expressway to the start of Shimla roads are very well maintained. Patiala to Shimla distance is 167 Km and is 4.5 hours journey. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby Shimla are :
Rajpura - Malas Mandir, Qila Bahadurgarh, Gurdwara Fatehgarh sahib
Zirakpur - National Cactus and Succulent Botanical Garden and Research Centre, Gurudwara Nada Sahib
Kalka - Kali Mata Temple
Kasauli - Monkey's Point, Timber Trail Parwanoo
Dharampur - Baba Balak Nath Temple
Pinjore - Pinjore gardens, Pinjore
Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary
Nayagaon - Open Hand Monument, Zirakpur Capitol Complex
Kandaghat - Karol Tibba, Kalka - Shimla Road
Chail - beautifull hill station, wildlife sanctuary, cricket ground
Kufri - Skiing, Kufri Fun World
Naldehra - Naldehra Golf course, Shaily Peak, Mahunag temple
Mashobra - The Quiter Shimla : Jakhu temple, Reserve Forest sanctuary, Craignano
Tattapani - Tattapani Bridge, Chadwick Falls
Narkanda - Hatu peak, Tani Jubbar lake, Hatu Peak temple, Narkanda peak
You can plan to include them in your itinerary. With CabBazar, you can customize the itinerary as per your choice and enjoy the trip to fullest.
Tourist Attractions
Mall Road
The Ridge
Jakhu Temple
Christ Church
Gaiety Heritage Cultural Complex
Bhimakali Temple
Sankat Mochan Temple
Golfing
Skiing
Ice Skating
Fishing
Kali Bari Temple
Tara Devi Temple
Scandal Point
Viceregal Lodge
Sunrise
Lakkar Bazaar
Chota Bazaar
Taxi Options
Being an Aggregator, CabBazar provides you enormous car options for your Patiala to Shimla taxi booking. You can mention your specific preference, if any, while raising a taxi booking request. Our partnered taxi services providers have various cars available with them for Patiala to Shimla taxi service. At high level, we classify taxi in below four categories :
Patiala to Shimla Taxi Prices
Vehicle Type | Model | Capacity | Per Km Rate |
---|---|---|---|
Hatchback | Wagon-R, Indica or similar | 4 seater | Rs. 9 |
Sedan | Dzire, Etios or similar | 4 seater | Rs. 9 |
SUV | Xylo, Ertiga or similar | 6 seater | Rs. 12.5 |
Assured Innova | Innova, Innova Crysta | 6 seater | Rs. 13.5 |
Taxi Fare
CabBazar is committed to keep the pricing as simple and clear as possible. So, we provide one price for your Patiala to Shimla taxi which covers a specified maximum kilometer and maximum days. So, you know upfront how much taxi is going to cost you and plan your budget well.
The prices are dynamic and transparent and give a win-win deal for both you and our partnered taxi services providers. You can choose car as per your preference.
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