Cities Near Shimla
Cities near Shimla, India: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Chandigarh, Ropar, Rājpura. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Shimla, India is Chandigarh, about 34 mi (55 km) away — roughly 1 hr 1 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chandigarh | 34 mi / 55 km | 1 hr 1 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ropar | 39 mi / 63 km | 1 hr 10 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Rājpura | 55 mi / 89 km | 1 hr 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Ambāla | 56 mi / 90 km | 1 hr 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Sirhind | 56 mi / 91 km | 1 hr 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Khanna | 62 mi / 100 km | 1 hr 52 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Jagādhri | 65 mi / 105 km | 1 hr 57 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Patiāla | 70 mi / 113 km | 2 hr 6 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Dehra Dūn | 75 mi / 120 km | 1 hr 44 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Nābha | 78 mi / 126 km | 1 hr 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
Day trips from Shimla
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Chandigarh, Ropar, Rājpura, Ambāla, Sirhind. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Shimla include Chandigarh, Ropar, Rājpura, Ambāla, Sirhind. The closest is Chandigarh, about 34 miles (55 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.