Shimla to Varanasi Distance
The road distance between Shimla and Varanasi is approximately 1100+ km, and the drive usually takes around 19 hours by car or taxi, depending on traffic and road conditions. If you're travelling by air, Varanasi Airport is located in Varanasi. Flying is the fastest way to reach Varanasi, with a total travel time of approximately 5 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
RECOMMENDED
FASTEST
Shimla
Delhi
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
4h 25m
₹12,028
Onwards
Via Delhi, Ghaziabad
Shimla
Delhi
Ghaziabad
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
7h 10m
₹12,073
Onwards
Via Agra
Shimla
Agra
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
17h 59m
On Demand
Via Ghaziabad
CHEAPEST
Shimla
Ghaziabad
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
23h 10m
₹1,683
Onwards
Via Dehradun, Lucknow
Shimla
Dehradun
Lucknow
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
19h 38m
₹9,120
Onwards
Via Ghaziabad, Kanpur
Shimla
Ghaziabad
Kanpur
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
1d 0h 26m
₹7,518
Onwards
Direct Options
Shimla
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
18h 27m
₹45,396
Onwards
Via Delhi, Lucknow
Shimla
Delhi
Lucknow
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
6h 15m
₹15,914
Onwards
Via Kangra, Delhi
Shimla
Kangra
Delhi
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
6h 55m
₹15,029
Onwards
Via Mohali, Delhi
Shimla
Mohali
Delhi
Varanasi
Approx Travel Time
9h 26m
On Demand
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance between Shimla and Varanasi?
The distance between Shimla and Varanasi is approximately 1100+ km by road.
What is the straight-line (aerial) distance between Shimla and Varanasi?
The straight-line distance is approximately 800+ km.
How long does it take to travel from Shimla to Varanasi by road?
It takes around 19 hours by road.
What is the distance from Shimla to Varanasi via Delhi?
Via Delhi, the distance is approximately 900+ km, taking around 5 hours.
Does the distance from Shimla to Varanasi change by route?
Yes — the road distance varies from 1100+ km via the direct route to 900+ km via Delhi, depending on the path taken.
Does travel time between Shimla and Varanasi 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 Varanasi?
The driving distance is 1100+ km, while the straight-line distance is shorter at 800+ km, due to the road route following terrain and highways.

