Dehradun
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How to reach Dehradun? Transport options?
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What are the best ways to travel to Dehradun? Looking for options by flight, train, bus, or road. What are the nearest airports and railway stations?
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Here's a quick rundown of how to reach Dehradun from Delhi (and beyond):
āļø By Air
Jolly Grant Airport (DED) is about 25 km from the city centre. IndiGo, Air India, and SpiceJet operate daily flights from Delhi (~1 hour). From the airport, taxis/cabs take about 45 minutes into the city.
š By Train
The most popular option from Delhi:
| Train | From | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Shatabdi Express | New Delhi | ~5.5 hrs |
| Jan Shatabdi | Delhi | ~6 hrs |
| Mussoorie Express | Delhi | ~7–8 hrs (overnight) |
Dehradun Railway Station is well-connected and right in the heart of the city.
š By Bus
- Delhi → Dehradun is roughly 290–310 km, taking 5–7 hours depending on traffic.
- ISBT Kashmiri Gate / Anand Vihar in Delhi has frequent UPSRTC and UTTRAKHAND ROADWAYS buses (Volvo AC, semi-sleeper, ordinary).
- Private operators like RedBus also have good options.
- Cost: ā¹400–ā¹900 depending on bus type.
š By Road (Self Drive / Cab)
- NH 58 / NH 334 via Haridwar or Muzaffarnagar — scenic and well-maintained.
- Drive time from Delhi: ~5–6 hours (start early to avoid traffic near Meerut/Muzaffarnagar).
- Cabs via Ola/Uber or outstation operators cost around ā¹3,000–ā¹4,500 one way.
Quickest: Flight | Most convenient & scenic: Train (Shatabdi) | Budget: Bus
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