Shimla Taxi Service
Shimla taxis for Kufri, Chail, Narkanda and every drop
Day trips around Shimla, pickups at Kalka station, Shimla airport or Chandigarh, and one-way drops to Manali, Delhi and beyond.
- Local sightseeing
- Outstation drops
- To Chandigarh from ₹2,499
- Hatchback → Tempo Traveller
- 24×7 WhatsApp
Shimla Taxi Service: rates and trips
Shimla local taxi rates
| Trip (from Shimla) | Sedan | Ertiga / SUV | Innova Crysta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shimla local sightseeing (full day) | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| Kufri · Fagu · Mashobra | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| Chail day trip | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| Narkanda · Hatu peak | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| Naldehra · Tattapani | On quote | On quote | On quote |
| Shimla ⇄ Kalka station | ₹2,299 | ₹2,999 | ₹3,999 |
Indicative day-trip rates; the exact fare depends on date, hours and stops and is confirmed on your quote.
Outstation taxi from Shimla
| One-way drop | Distance | Sedan | Ertiga | Innova Crysta |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shimla → Chandigarh | 115 km | ₹2,499 | ₹3,299 | ₹4,499 |
| Shimla → Delhi | 345 km | ₹5,199 | ₹6,599 | ₹8,999 |
| Shimla → Manali | 250 km | ₹4,899 | ₹6,199 | ₹8,499 |
| Shimla → Dharamshala | 235 km | ₹3,899 | ₹4,999 | ₹6,799 |
| Shimla → Kasauli | 70 km | ₹2,499 | ₹3,299 | ₹4,499 |
| Shimla → Narkanda | 60 km | ₹2,499 | ₹3,299 | ₹4,499 |
- Included in one-way fares: AC car, fuel, driver and driver allowance.
- Extra at actuals: tolls, parking, and state entry tax / permit where the car crosses a state border (Himachal charges non-HP vehicles an entry fee).
- Round trips & multi-day tours: per-km rate × kilometres driven (minimum 250 km a day) + ₹400 a night driver allowance (₹500 for Tempo Traveller & Urbania).
- Peak dates cost more: May–June, Diwali, Christmas–New Year and long weekends. Your WhatsApp quote shows the all-in total before you pay anything.
Fare calculator
One-way drop · 115 km · fuel, driver and driver allowance included
- Tolls, parking & state entry fee extra at actuals
- Final price confirmed on WhatsApp before you pay
Popular taxi trips from Shimla
Where our Shimla cabs go most, and what each trip is known for.
- ShimlaPickup from your hotel’s nearest road point.
- Kufri · FaguHorse and yak rides, apple orchards, snow in winter.
- Mashobra · NaldehraPine forests and the old golf course.
- ChailChail palace and the high cricket ground.
- NarkandaHatu peak and winter skiing slopes.
- Kalka · ChandigarhStation and airport transfers.
Cars available in Shimla
Same route, same driver standard – you pick how new the car should be. Prices on this page update with your choice.
4 seatsHatchback
Best for: Couples & short transfers
4 seatsSedan
Best for: Couples & small families, highway runs
6 seatsMaruti Ertiga
Best for: Families of 5–6 on a budget
6 seatsKia Carens
Best for: Families who want extra comfort
7 seatsToyota Innova Crysta
Best for: Hill circuits, senior citizens, groups of 6–7
7 seatsToyota Innova Hycross
Best for: Premium family trips, quieter and roomier than the Crysta
6 seatsToyota Fortuner
Best for: VIP transfers, weddings, Leh & Spiti roads
12 seatsTempo Traveller
Best for: Groups, pilgrimages, office trips
17 seatsTempo Traveller 17-seater
Best for: Bigger groups, Char Dham, school & office tours
17 seatsForce Urbania
Best for: Premium group transfers & weddings
26 seatsMini coach 26-seater
Best for: Wedding parties, corporate outings, school trips
35 seatsAC coach 35-seater
Best for: Large groups, yatras and corporate tours
45 seatsLuxury coach 45-seater
Best for: Big groups between Delhi, Chandigarh and the hills
Photo credits (the cars shown are representative of each class, not the exact vehicle you will get)
- Hatchback – Exhibit Magazine, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons (cropped)
- Sedan – Sant1207ug, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons (cropped)
- Maruti Ertiga – Ramakrishna Mission Vidyapith, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons (cropped)
- Kia Carens – DriveSpark, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons (cropped)
- Toyota Innova Crysta – Premnath Kudva, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons (cropped)
- Toyota Innova Hycross – Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons (cropped)
- Toyota Fortuner – Saiphani02, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons (cropped)
- Tempo Traveller – वंपायर, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons (cropped)
- Tempo Traveller 17-seater – Yann Forget, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons (cropped)
- Mini coach 26-seater – Biswarup Ganguly, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons (cropped)
- AC coach 35-seater – LoveofZ, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons (cropped)
- Luxury coach 45-seater – Karthik Nadar, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons (cropped)
- Hero film – real Himalayan road footage from Pexels (free licence): Vikash Singh (Solang Valley), Ex Route Adventures (snow pass), Vishal Kumar (Himachal hairpins), Nitin Khajotia (mountain road drone)
Good to know about taxis in Shimla
Sealed roads
The Mall, Ridge and several core lanes are closed to cars. We pick up from the nearest allowed point (Lift, Victory Tunnel, Cart Road).
Kufri in winter
After fresh snow the Kufri road can jam or close; go early and keep a flexible day.
Himachal entry fee
Cars registered outside Himachal pay an entry fee at the state barrier (₹100 a day for passenger vehicles up to 12 seats in 2026–27; commercial and larger vehicles pay more). It is added to your quote at actuals. Details: Himachal entry tax & permits 2026.
Toy train combo
Ride the Kalka–Shimla toy train one way and let the cab carry your luggage — ask for the combo.
Booked in four simple steps
Tell us the trip
Pickup point, drop, date, number of people and luggage — WhatsApp, call or the form below.
Get one clear quote
Car, driver, total fare and what it includes, usually within 15–30 minutes.
Confirm with a small advance
Pay the advance on our secure payment page (UPI / card). The balance is paid as written in your quote.
Driver details a day before
Driver name, phone and car number on WhatsApp. Our team tracks the trip until you’re dropped.
Get your fixed fare now
Tell us the trip and a Suzu travel desk member replies on WhatsApp with the car, driver and one all-in price. No booking fee, no spam.
Popular routes to and from the hills
Plan the rest of the trip
Questions travellers ask
How much is a taxi for Shimla sightseeing?
A full day of Shimla local sightseeing costs around ₹2,500 in a sedan and ₹3,500 in an Innova Crysta. Chail and Narkanda day trips are around ₹3,000–4,500 depending on the car.
What is the Shimla to Kufri taxi fare?
A Kufri–Fagu–Mashobra half/full day runs about ₹2,500 in a sedan. Horse and yak rides at Kufri are paid separately.
Do you have Shimla to Manali taxis?
Yes, one-way Shimla to Manali starts around ₹4,899 for a sedan; the drive is about 7–8 hours via Mandi.
Can you pick us up from Kalka railway station?
Yes, Kalka to Shimla transfers start around ₹2,499 for a sedan (about 85 km, 2.5–3 hours).
Is there a taxi from Shimla to Chandigarh airport?
Yes, drops to IXC airport and Chandigarh railway station; we plan the time around your flight.
Can taxis go on the Mall Road?
No, the Mall Road and Ridge are car-free zones. Hotels there are reached on foot or by the public lift.
