What is the cheapest way to get from Dehradun to Nainital?

The cheapest way to get from Dehradun to Nainital is to train which costs ₹850 - ₹2,600 and takes 8h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dehradun to Nainital?

The fastest way to get from Dehradun to Nainital is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs ₹2,900 - ₹4,300.

Is there a direct bus between Dehradun and Nainital?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dehradun, Uttarakhand and arriving at Nainital, Uttarakhand. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Dehradun and Nainital?

No, there is no direct train from Dehradun to Nainital. However, there are services departing from Dehradun and arriving at Kathgodam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

How far is it from Dehradun to Nainital?

The distance between Dehradun and Nainital is 264 km. The road distance is 263.4 km.

How do I travel from Dehradun to Nainital without a car?

The best way to get from Dehradun to Nainital without a car is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Dehradun to Nainital?

The bus from Dehradun, Uttarakhand to Nainital, Uttarakhand takes 7h 45m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Dehradun to Nainital bus from?

Dehradun to Nainital bus services, operated by Ram Dalal Holidays Pvt Ltd, depart from Dehradun, Uttarakhand station.

Where do I catch the Dehradun to Nainital train from?

Dehradun to Nainital train services, operated by Indian Railways, depart from Dehradun station.

Train or bus from Dehradun to Nainital?

The best way to get from Dehradun to Nainital is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs ₹850 - ₹2,600 and takes 8h 39m.

Where does the Dehradun to Nainital bus arrive?

Dehradun to Nainital bus services, operated by Ram Dalal Holidays Pvt Ltd, arrive at Nainital, Uttarakhand station.

Where does the Dehradun to Nainital train arrive?

Dehradun to Nainital train services, operated by Indian Railways, arrive at Kathgodam station.

Can I drive from Dehradun to Nainital?

Yes, the driving distance between Dehradun to Nainital is 263 km. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Dehradun to Nainital.

Where can I stay near Nainital?

There are 994+ hotels available in Nainital.

Dehradun to Nainital - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Dehradun to Nainital by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Dehradun, Uttarakhand to Nainital, Uttarakhandbus Dehradun, Uttarakhand - Nainital, Uttarakhand
7h 45m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dehradun to Kathgodamtrain 14120 / ...
8h 39m
₹881–2,548
Drive 263.4 km
1. Drive from Dehradun to Nainitalcar 263.4 km
4h 29m
₹2,970–4,290
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dehradun to Nainitaltaxi 263.4 km
4h 29m
₹5,000–6,500
Bus via Haridwar
1. Take the bus from Dehradun, Uttarakhand to Haridwar, Uttarakhandbus Dehradun, Uttarakhand - Haridwar, Uttarakhand
2. Take the bus from Haridwar, Uttarakhand to Nainital, Uttarakhandbus Haridwar, Uttarakhand - Nainital, Uttarakhand
8h 32m

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Distance: 264.1 km
Duration: 7h 45m

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

Ram Dalal Holidays Pvt Ltd operates a bus from Dehradun, Uttarakhand to Nainital, Uttarakhand hourly, and the journey takes 7h 45m. Alternatively, Indian Railways operates a train from Dehradun to Kathgodam twice daily. Tickets cost ₹230–1,800 and the journey takes 7h 40m.

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