Bus and Coach from Shimla to Chandigarh: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Shimla to Chandigarh

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Shimla to Chandigarh from various bus operators like Himachal Road Transport Corporation, Laxmi Holidays or Zingbus for the next days.

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Sunday

£3

Monday

Tuesday

£3

Wednesday

Thursday

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Himachal Road Transport Corporation	4h 8m	06:12	Shimla	Bus stop	10:20	Chandigarh	Bus Station	Basic	£3	A Bus from Himachal Road Transport Corporation goes from Bus stop, Shimla (India) at 07/12/2025 06:12:00 to Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) arriving at 07/12/2025 10:20:00. 50 Basic ticket for £3 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 8m
Laxmi Holidays	3h 10m	09:30	Shimla	Bus stop	12:40	Chandigarh	Bus Station	Business	£6	A Bus from Laxmi Holidays goes from Bus stop, Shimla (India) at 07/12/2025 09:30:00 to Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) arriving at 07/12/2025 12:40:00. 50 Business ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
Zingbus	3h 15m	21:30	Shimla	Bus stop	00:45	Chandigarh	Bus Station	Business	£6	A Bus from Zingbus goes from Bus stop, Shimla (India) at 07/12/2025 21:30:00 to Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) arriving at 08/12/2025 00:45:00. 50 Business ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
Bedi Travels	3h 25m	21:30	Shimla	Bus stop	00:55	Chandigarh	Bus Station	Business	£8	A Bus from Bedi Travels goes from Bus stop, Shimla (India) at 07/12/2025 21:30:00 to Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) arriving at 08/12/2025 00:55:00. 50 Business ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Pal Travel Lines	3h 40m	21:15	Shimla	Bus stop	00:55	Chandigarh	Bus Station	Business	£12	A Bus from Pal Travel Lines goes from Bus stop, Shimla (India) at 07/12/2025 21:15:00 to Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) arriving at 08/12/2025 00:55:00. 50 Business ticket for £12 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Himachal Road Transport Corporation	4h 8m	06:12	Shimla	Bus stop	10:20	Chandigarh	Bus Station	Basic	£3	A Bus from Himachal Road Transport Corporation goes from Bus stop, Shimla (India) at 09/12/2025 06:12:00 to Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) arriving at 09/12/2025 10:20:00. 50 Basic ticket for £3 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 8m
Laxmi Holidays	3h 10m	22:30	Shimla	Bus stop	01:40	Chandigarh	Bus Station	Business	£6	A Bus from Laxmi Holidays goes from Bus stop, Shimla (India) at 09/12/2025 22:30:00 to Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) arriving at 10/12/2025 01:40:00. 50 Business ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 10m
Zingbus	3h 15m	21:30	Shimla	Bus stop	00:45	Chandigarh	Bus Station	Business	£6	A Bus from Zingbus goes from Bus stop, Shimla (India) at 09/12/2025 21:30:00 to Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) arriving at 10/12/2025 00:45:00. 50 Business ticket for £6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
Bedi Travels	3h 25m	21:30	Shimla	Bus stop	00:55	Chandigarh	Bus Station	Business	£7	A Bus from Bedi Travels goes from Bus stop, Shimla (India) at 09/12/2025 21:30:00 to Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) arriving at 10/12/2025 00:55:00. 50 Business ticket for £7 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 25m
Pal Travel Lines	3h 40m	21:15	Shimla	Bus stop	00:55	Chandigarh	Bus Station	Business	£10	A Bus from Pal Travel Lines goes from Bus stop, Shimla (India) at 09/12/2025 21:15:00 to Bus Station, Chandigarh (India) arriving at 10/12/2025 00:55:00. 50 Business ticket for £10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 40m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Shimla to Chandigarh is £3 on 07/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Shimla and Chandigarh

See here how frequent the connections between Shimla and Chandigarh are, during different times and days of the week.

Tuesday is the busiest day, with more than 38 daily coaches from Shimla to Chandigarh. Tuesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 38 daily coaches between Shimla and Chandigarh.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 29 coaches from Shimla to Chandigarh, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Shimla and Chandigarh, with 21 offers.

Facts about coaches from Shimla to Chandigarh

Compare all providers like Himachal Road Transport Corporation, Laxmi Holidays and Zingbus that travel 38 times every day by bus from Shimla to Chandigarh in one click! Book your bus ticket from Shimla to Chandigarh starting from £3!

Cheapest Bus	£3
Fastest Bus	2h 40m
Earliest Coach	06:12
Latest Coach	22:30
Daily Bus Connections	38 Ø
Distance	54.6 km
Coach Companies	Himachal Road Transport Corporation, Laxmi Holidays, Zingbus, Pal Travel Lines and Bedi Travels

Cheapest coach connections from Shimla to Chandigarh

Every day, 38 buses from 5 coach companies leave Shimla for Chandigarh: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 01/12

Tuesday 02/12

Wednesday 03/12

Thursday 04/12

Friday 05/12

£5

Saturday 06/12

£7

Sunday 07/12

£3

Monday 08/12

£6

Tuesday 09/12

£3

Wednesday 10/12

£5

Thursday 11/12

£5

Friday 12/12

£6

Saturday 13/12

£5

Sunday 14/12

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

Friday 19/12

Saturday 20/12

£5

Sunday 21/12

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Shimla to Chandigarh

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Shimla to Chandigarh, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from £3, Tuesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Shimla to Chandigarh. Tuesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £3.

Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Shimla to Chandigarh, with £3. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £3.

How to save money travelling from Shimla to Chandigarh

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Shimla to Chandigarh in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Shimla to Chandigarh, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Shimla to Chandigarh are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Shimla and Chandigarh

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Shimla and Chandigarh.

Bus stop

Taradevi Bus Stop

Sec Bus Stop

Bus Station

ISBT Road, 17G, 17F, Sector 17

Sector 23/36 Bus Stop

Sector 33D Bus Stop

Sector 36C Bus Stop

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Shimla to Chandigarh? Compare all modes of transports from Shimla to Chandigarh.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Shimla to Chandigarh

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Shimla to Chandigarh? Or which bus companies serve the route Shimla to Chandigarh? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Shimla to Chandigarh bus

How much does a Shimla - Chandigarh coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Shimla - Chandigarh bus trip is available from £3 and takes 4h 8m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Shimla to Chandigarh?

The connection Shimla to Chandigarh is offered by 5 companies with ticket prices ranging from £3 to £12. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Shimla - Chandigarh route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Shimla to Chandigarh is offered by roughly 38 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Chandigarh from Shimla take?

The quickest coach from Shimla to Chandigarh is provided by Laxmi Holidays and takes 2h 40m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £7. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Shimla to Chandigarh?

The earliest bus to Chandigarh departs from Shimla at 06:12. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Shimla to Chandigarh?

The latest bus to Chandigarh departs from Shimla at 22:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Shimla - Chandigarh route?

Passengers looking to travel from Shimla to Chandigarh can travel with Himachal Road Transport Corporation, Laxmi Holidays and Zingbus. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Shimla and Chandigarh?

You can check all the direct connections between Shimla and Chandigarh by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Himachal Road Transport Corporation, Laxmi Holidays and Zingbus.

What can I take with me on the bus to Chandigarh from Shimla?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Shimla Chandigarh bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Shimla Chandigarh bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Shimla to Chandigarh on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Shimla to Chandigarh

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Business

Comfortable seating, food and drink service, accompanied generally by ticket flexibility.

More bus routes to Shimla and to Chandigarh

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Shimla and to Chandigarh. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!