Thread: Kalka to Shimla toy train

Hi

I just got to know that we have a toy train from Kalka to Shimla too, can somebody tell me is it in service these days or not and is it a good time to visit Shimla. I checked with people around and they said view of Himalayas from Shimla is different from the one which we get from Darjeeling, is it true..
Till now I have not fixed any date for Shimla trip but I am planning to make it real soon. Any information will be appreciated

-Irene

Hi again Voilet,

Yes, there is a similar or say exactly same narrow gauge train from Kalka to Shimla too (started in 1903 and coal locos are still running on the same track). Just to make sure that I am not confusing you m trying to put it in main points

Total distance between Kalka to Shimla is 95kms
Kalka to Shimla toy train takes around 6 hours to travel this distance, its worth going in this train.
Ticket will cost you Rs. 260 in First Class, Rs. 167 in Chair car and Rs 58 in Second Class (putting a train time table too)
I have traveled in this train and the experience was totally wonderful and I really enjoyed the trip.


Trains from Kalka to Shimla

TRAIN NO.	TRAIN NAME	CLASS	DEP. KALKA	ARR. SHIMLA	FARE
72451	RAIL MOTOR	FC	05.10 AM	09.50 AM	260/-
52457	KLK SML PASSENGER	FC	04.00 AM	09.20 AM	200/-
52451	SHIWALIK EXP	CC	05.30 AM	10.15 AM	280/-
52453	KLK SML EXP	FC	06.00 AM	11.10 AM	240/-
52453	KLK SML EXP	2S	06.00 AM	11.00 AM	58/-
52455	HIMALAYAN QUEEN	CC	12.10 AM	05.20 PM	167/-

Here are some pics too from my last trip, pics were clicked using mobile phone so please compromise with the quality. I am going to Shimla again on 23rd August so will try to capture some more this time.

Thanks for your quick reply once again and name is Irene. Any idea about the trains from Shimla to Kalka

Yes please Irene

Posting time table of trains between Shimla and Kalka, let me know whenever you plan your trip.

Trains from Shimla to Kalka

TRAIN NO.	TRAIN NAME	CLASS	DEP. SHIMLA	ARR. KALKA	FARE
52456	HIMALAYAN QUEEN	CC	10.30 AM	04.05 PM	167/-
52458	SML KLK PASSENGER	FC	02.25 PM	08.10 PM	200/-
72452	RAIL MOTOR	FC	04.25 PM	09.40 PM	260/-
52452	SHIWALIK DLX	CC	05.40 PM	10.20 PM	280/-
52454	SML KLK EXP	FC	06.15 PM	11.15 PM	240/-
52454	SML KLK EXP	2S	06.15 PM	11.15 PM	58/-

Hi there,

Many thanks for the info you guys share with me. It is useful for my tour in India. Thanks!

Shimla is really a best place for travel in any vacation. Darjeeling is also a best place for your travel. That is very cool and different place and you get enjoy there.

Originally Posted by Leo

Yes please Irene

Posting time table of trains between Shimla and Kalka, let me know whenever you plan your trip.

Trains from Shimla to Kalka

TRAIN NO.	TRAIN NAME	CLASS	DEP. SHIMLA	ARR. KALKA	FARE
52456	HIMALAYAN QUEEN	CC	10.30 AM	04.05 PM	167/-
52458	SML KLK PASSENGER	FC	02.25 PM	08.10 PM	200/-
72452	RAIL MOTOR	FC	04.25 PM	09.40 PM	260/-
52452	SHIWALIK DLX	CC	05.40 PM	10.20 PM	280/-
52454	SML KLK EXP	FC	06.15 PM	11.15 PM	240/-
52454	SML KLK EXP	2S	06.15 PM	11.15 PM	58/-

I want to know can I get a ticket in advance by online booking or advanced booking for Shimla - Kalka travel?