How to Reach Uttarakhand, India
By Air
The nearest airport to reach Uttarakhand is the Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun (DED), offering good connectivity with different parts of the country. It serves as the gateway to several destinations in Uttarakhand, especially for places like Mussoorie, Haridwar, and Rishikesh.
By Train
Uttarakhand has several railway stations, but the major railheads that connect the state with the rest of India include Dehradun (DDN), Haridwar (HW), and Kathgodam (KGM). These stations are well connected with major cities across the country.
By Road
Uttarakhand has a good network of roads connecting it with major cities. National Highways like NH 58, NH 74, and NH 7 pass through the state. State buses, private buses, and taxis are readily available to and from Uttarakhand.
Reaching Uttarakhand from India's Top 10 Cities
- Delhi to Uttarakhand: Approx. 250 km to Dehradun via NH 334. Stopover can be at Meerut.
- Mumbai to Uttarakhand: Approx. 1700 km to Dehradun via NH 48. Stopovers can include Surat, Vadodara, Udaipur, and Jaipur.
- Kolkata to Uttarakhand: Approx. 1500 km to Dehradun via NH 19. Stopovers can include Dhanbad, Varanasi, and Lucknow.
- Chennai to Uttarakhand: Approx. 2400 km to Dehradun via NH 44. Stopovers can include Bangalore, Hyderabad, Nagpur, and Agra.
- Bangalore to Uttarakhand: Approx. 2300 km to Dehradun via NH 44. Stopovers can include Hyderabad and Nagpur.
- Hyderabad to Uttarakhand: Approx. 1700 km to Dehradun via NH 44. Stopovers can include Nagpur and Agra.
- Ahmedabad to Uttarakhand: Approx. 1200 km to Dehradun via NH 48. Stopovers can include Udaipur and Jaipur.
- Pune to Uttarakhand: Approx. 1800 km to Dehradun via NH 48. Stopovers can include Mumbai, Surat, and Udaipur.
- Jaipur to Uttarakhand: Approx. 500 km to Dehradun via NH 48 and NH 334. Stopover can be at Agra.
- Surat to Uttarakhand: Approx. 1500 km to Dehradun via NH 48. Stopovers can include Vadodara and Udaipur.
If you're planning to travel by flight, all these cities have airports with flights to Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun. For train travel, check for direct connections or connections with minimal changes to Dehradun, Haridwar, or Kathgodam railway stations from your city.
Nearest Airport and Railway Stations
Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (DED)
Major Railway Stations:
- Dehradun Railway Station (DDN)
- Haridwar Railway Station (HW)
- Kathgodam Railway Station (KGM)
Please note that distances are approximate and actual travel lengths may vary. It's advisable to check for up-to-date travel information and road conditions before planning your trip.
