About 52451 – 52452 Shivalik Deluxe Express
The 52451/52452 Shivalik Deluxe Express is one of the most famous heritage trains operated by Indian Railways on the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kalka–Shimla Railway route. This train connects Kalka and Shimla through the scenic hills of Himachal Pradesh and offers travelers a memorable journey through tunnels, bridges, valleys, and picturesque mountain landscapes.
Train number 52451 runs from Kalka to Shimla, while train number 52452 operates from Shimla to Kalka. The train covers a distance of about 96 kilometers in nearly 5 hours. During the journey, passengers pass through several beautiful stations including Dharampur, Barog, Solan, Kandaghat, and Summer Hill before reaching Shimla.
The train features comfortable chair car seating and large windows that provide excellent views of the surrounding Himalayan scenery. This train is particularly popular among tourists visiting Shimla and those interested in experiencing India’s historic mountain railways.
The train offers a comfortable and relaxing travel experience while preserving the charm of one of India’s most iconic railway routes. Travelers can also plan their journey with food and refreshments through TravelKhana whenever available at connecting stations on their rail journey.
Highlights –
| No of Coaches | Total – 13, AC – N/A, SL – N/A, GN – 7 |
| Pantry Car | No |
| E-Catering | Yes By TravelKhana.com |
| Avg. Running Status | Excellent |
| Cleaning | Excellent |
| Ticket Availability | Average |
| Passenger Safety | Good |
| Mobile/Laptop Charger | Yes |
52451/Shivalik Deluxe Express, Route, Schedule & Time Table –
| S.No. | Stn. Code | Station Name | Arr. | Depp. | Halt | Dist. | Day |
| 1 | KLK | Kalka | First | 5.3 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2 | SML | Shimla | 10.15 | Last | 0 | 96 | 1 |
52452/Shivalik Deluxe Express, Route, Schedule & Time Table –
| S.No. | Stn. Code | Station | Arr. | Dep. | Halt | Dist. | Day |
| 1 | SML | Shimla | First | 17.4 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2 | KLK | Kalka | 22.25 | Last | 0 | 96 | 1 |
