Shimla is one of the beautiful places to visit in vacation time and if you are planning to visit this place then you need to go by the toy train to get extra enjoyment. Toy train will give you the grand view of the pine-covered hilltops and also you can click some beautiful pictures of this beautiful place which we have known as “Queen Of Hills”.
How far is Shimla from Kalka?
It is not a big journey. The total distance is 90 km by road and if you go by the toy train then it will be around 96 km. And when you travel from train then you will reach Shimla in five and a half hours from Kalka. But at this time you are going to get the best fun of life.
How to book a toy train?
The booking of a toy train from Kalka to Shimla is like the same process as the other train booking in India. All you need to do is that visit IRCTC Next Generation eTicketing System. There you need to fill your locations from where to where you want to get the ride of a toy train. There are total of 5 trains which run at the different-different time slots. KLK SML Pass, Shivalik deluxe express, Kalka Shimla Exp, Himalayan Queen and Rail Motor are the trains that you are going to see there.
**It is important for you to know that a toy train booking opens only one month in advance, not like other train booking system which opens two months in advance.
What is fair of traveling on a toy train?
Shivalik Deluxe Express is the most premium train running on the Kalka to Shimla route that has been designed to accommodate 120 passengers. And the fair is 500 INR and I think it is quite reasonable. And most of the time this train is preferred by the people. Rail Moto is another option it is for only 14 passengers. It has transparent roofs and big windows to enjoy the scenic beauty. The train also provides onboard food services to its passengers and it will cost you around 305 INR. Himalayan Queen is one of the most popular Kalka to Shimla trains. With a number of stoppages between Kalka and Shimla, Himalayan Queen allows its passengers to enjoy the natural beauty on their way to Shimla. And for this amazing ride, you will be charged only 255 INR.
Hopefully, you have the best time there and you come here again and again.