Shimla to Rajgir Distance
The road distance between Shimla and Rajgir is approximately 1450+ km, and the drive usually takes around 22 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. Flying is the fastest way to reach Rajgir, with a total travel time of approximately 6 hours. If you're planning a road trip, check weather and traffic updates before your journey, as monsoon showers or winter snowfall in hilly regions can increase travel time.

Via Delhi, Gaya
RECOMMENDED
FASTEST
Shimla
Delhi
Gaya
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
6h 5m
₹13,697
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Shimla
Delhi
Gaya
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
7h 9m
₹15,604
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Via Mohali, Patna
Shimla
Mohali
Patna
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
10h 28m
₹8,457
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Shimla
Mohali
Patna
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
10h 29m
₹10,596
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Via Delhi, Patna
CHEAPEST
Shimla
Delhi
Patna
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
23h 9m
₹1,624
Onwards
Shimla
Delhi
Patna
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
7h 31m
₹14,221
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Shimla
Delhi
Patna
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
8h 4m
₹16,245
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Shimla
Delhi
Patna
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
9h 16m
₹14,306
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Via Ghaziabad, Patna
Shimla
Ghaziabad
Patna
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
1d 6h 36m
₹2,214
Onwards
Direct Options
Shimla
Rajgir
Approx Travel Time
22h 6m
₹56,307
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Shimla and Rajgir?
The distance between Shimla and Rajgir is approximately 1450+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Shimla and Rajgir?
The straight-line distance is approximately 1050+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Shimla to Rajgir by road?
It takes around 22 hours by road.
What is the distance from Shimla to Rajgir via Delhi?
Via Delhi, the distance is approximately 1200+ km, taking around 6 hours.
Does the distance from Shimla to Rajgir change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 1450+ km via the direct route to 1200+ km via Delhi, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Shimla and Rajgir vary by season?
Yes, travel time can increase during monsoon or winter due to road conditions in hilly or mountainous stretches.
What is the driving distance vs. straight-line distance between Shimla and Rajgir?
The driving distance is 1450+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 1050+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.

