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There are 4 ways to get from Chandīgarh to Nainital by train, taxi, car or plane

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Train  •  8h 33m

  1. Take the train from Chandigarh to Ramnagar 12528

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Taxi  •  6h 43m

  1. Take a taxi from Chandīgarh to Nainital 418.2 km

Drive  •  6h 43m

  1. Drive from Chandīgarh to Nainital 418.2 km

Fly, taxi  •  5h 5m

  1. Fly from Chandigarh (IXC) to Pantnagar (PGH) IXC - PGH
  2. Take a taxi from Pantnagar to Nainital

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The cheapest way to get from Chandīgarh to Nainital is to train which costs ₹1,100 - ₹2,400 and takes 8h 33m.

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The fastest way to get from Chandīgarh to Nainital is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 5m and costs ₹6,500 - ₹21,000.

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The distance between Chandīgarh and Nainital is 456 km. The road distance is 418.2 km.

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The best way to get from Chandīgarh to Nainital without a car is to train which takes 8h 33m and costs ₹1,100 - ₹2,400.

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It takes approximately 8h 33m to get from Chandīgarh to Nainital, including transfers.

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Yes, the driving distance between Chandīgarh to Nainital is 418 km. It takes approximately 6h 43m to drive from Chandīgarh to Nainital.

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  • Distance: 455.7 km
  • Duration: 8h 33m

What companies run services between Chandīgarh, India and Nainital, India?

Indian Railways operates a train from Chandigarh to Ramnagar once a week. Tickets cost ₹230 - ₹1,200 and the journey takes 7h 35m.

Airlines
IndiGo Airlines
Website
goindigo.in
Flights from Chandigarh to Pantnagar via Delhi
Ave. Duration
5h 5m
When
Every day
Estimated price
₹5,500 - ₹27,000
Flights from Chandigarh to Pantnagar via Jaipur
Ave. Duration
7h 15m
When
Every day
Estimated price
₹5,500 - ₹27,000
Train operators
Indian Railways

India’s national rail operator runs passenger and freight trains on both long-distance and suburban routes across the country, from slower multi-stop to faster and more comfortable services. It’s a practical and affordable way to explore the country. Advance ticket bookings usually open 120 days before the date of the journey for Indian nationals; 365 days for international travellers. You’ll be allocated a seat or berth when you book and choose your class of travel.

Contact Details
Phone
14646
Email
care@irctc.co.in
Website
indianrail.gov.in
Train from Chandigarh to Ramnagar
Ave. Duration
7h 35m
Frequency
Once a week
Estimated price
₹230 - ₹1,200
Website
https://www.irctc.co.in
Book at
https://12go.asia/en/operator/indian-railways
Sleeper Class
₹230 - ₹290
Third AC (3A)
₹650 - ₹850
Second AC (2A)
₹900 - ₹1,200
Other operators
Taxi from Chandīgarh to Nainital
Ave. Duration
6h 43m
Estimated price
₹6,500 - ₹8,000
RS Taxi Service
Phone
+91 99 88 83 76 36
Website
chandigarhtaxiservice.net
Rana cabs
Phone
+91 90 41 41 21 41
Website
ranatravelschandigarh.com
Mr. Singh Cab
Phone
+91 98 55 85 49 99
Website
mrsinghcab.com

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