How to book Vista dome coach of Kalka Shimla train

Kalka -Shimla Train

Kalka Shimla Train which travels amidst Himalayas in a narrow gauge is always a prime tourist ritual in India. With the success in Mumbai-Goa and Arakku valley see through trains, now IRCTC has launched a glass top train between Kalka and Shimla.

Kalka Shimla Vista dome Glass Train

Train has started its journey starting from December 10, 2018 to February end as per the current plan. Post which IRCTC will increase the number of Vistadome coaches.

Which train is going to have Vista dome coach?
Kalka Shimla express with Number 52453 (On return journey from Shimla the train is numbered 52453)has got the Glass Vistadome coach. In coming days Northern railway is expecting more Vistadome coach in this route.

How do we book Vista dome coach of Kalka Shimla train?
Online booking is open in IRCTC. One can select Train Number 52453 - Kalka Shimla Express. Specify AC Chair CAR.
Ticket window opens 30 days prior. Code for Kalka station is KLK and Shimla is SML.
Please note: IRCTC still uses old naming convention Simla instead of Shimla. Hence you may need to search with name Simla.

How to catch Vista dome coach train between Kalka and Shimla if you are travelling from Delhi? or How can I reach Shimla from Delhi by train?

One has to take HWH DLI KLK Mail which starts at 9:35 in the night from Old Delhi Station reaches Kalka by 4:30 AM. The Kalka Shimla Express starts at 6:20 so that even if train gets delayed by an hour you can easily get your vista dome coach. As the train is scheduled to reach Shimla by 11:30 AM it makes apt to book room with 12:00 PM Check-in.


How far is Shimla through road if we are travelling from Kalka to Shimla?

It is 3 hours odd journey to shimla via road. One can take up cab from Kalka Railway station or Bus. These buses start from Chandigarh hence chances of getting seat is less.


How much does it cost if we take road while travelling from Kalka to Shimla?
Bus Fare From Kalka to Shimla
Normal:100 INR
Deluxe:200 INR

Cab Charges
4-5 Seater Taxi : 2000 INR
Innova or any other SUV: 3500 INR

How much does it cost if we take Vista dome coach while travelling from Kalka to Shimla?
For Adult 130 INR
For Kids 75 INR

Is OLA available between Kalka to Shimla?
You donot have OLA or OLA rental service from Kalka . However in Shimla for sightseeing and to visit Kufri one can use OLA taxi service.




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Comments

  1. Thank you so much for this blog, it was really helpful to me. I still just want to confirm that it's AC Chair Class as you said and it's not First Class. Also want to know that at what time booking starts for the next day? For example today is 28th March and I want to book for 28th April. So tonight or 29th March booking starts?

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    1. Thanks for visiting the site. If today is 17th May, you can book ticket for 16th June. Hope it's clear.

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  2. Hi.. Just wanted to clarify.. The class to be selected for booing vista dome is FC or CC?? PLZ clarify at the earliest..

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    1. Its AC Chair CAR. It is not first class.

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    2. R u sure, when i try to book its says AC not available in the coach... (seat is available)

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  3. I got the train no- its ok, But What will be the classes ? Is it FC,CC or 2S?

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  4. It's AC Chair car . Kindly subscribe to our blog.

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  5. What is simla to kalka train number?? you have mentioned 54253 twice. I need to know asap. pls reply.

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  6. Shimla TO Kalka vistadome coach train is 52454. Kindly click subscribe button , so that we grow.

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  7. Yes. We are sure about it. Can you please provide date of travel and screenshot, to describe the same. We can help you out.

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  8. What time does the booking open? At midnight or at 1000 hrs? If today is 25July I can book 24 august.. But on what time on 25 July does booking begin? Plz assist. BTW your blog is awesome I just came across it few weeks back while searching for visatadome but it's got excellent articles simple and direct info.. Thanks and kudos..

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  9. It starts at mid night. Till 8 am in morning you have good chance of getting seats . And Thanks for the compliments. It matters. Subscription matters a lot.

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  11. Finding for vista dome as hou show CC with AC. But while booking a ticket and selecting an option of CC a msg is dispaly which shows "This Class does not have an Air Conditioned Facility ". Cost of Ticket is Rs.130/-.
    Kindly confirm me what exactly I have to book? I dont wont to miss my Vistadome journy.

    Your blog is very Nice and easy to understand.
    Thank you
    Waiting for reply

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    1. Yes one with cost 130 is right. Proceed with booking. What is the number of seats available? Chair Car it is .


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