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

The cheapest way to get from Joshīmath to Nainital is to bus and train which costs ₹1,300 - ₹3,900 and takes 21h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Joshīmath to Nainital is to drive which takes 5h 50m and costs ₹2,700 - ₹4,000.

Is there a direct bus between Joshīmath and Nainital?

No, there is no direct bus from Joshīmath to Nainital. However, there are services departing from FlixBus Joshimath and arriving at Nainital via Anand Vihar ISBT Main Road and Delhi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 14m.

How far is it from Joshīmath to Nainital?

The distance between Joshīmath and Nainital is 662 km. The road distance is 282.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Joshīmath to Nainital without a car is to bus and train which takes 21h 49m and costs ₹1,300 - ₹3,900.

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

It takes approximately 21h 49m to get from Joshīmath to Nainital, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Joshīmath to Nainital bus from?

Joshīmath to Nainital bus services, operated by FlixBus India, depart from FlixBus Joshimath station.

Where does the Joshīmath to Nainital bus arrive?

Joshīmath to Nainital bus services, operated by FlixBus India, arrive at FlixBus Delhi - Anand Vihar ISBT station.

Can I drive from Joshīmath to Nainital?

Yes, the driving distance between Joshīmath to Nainital is 282 km. It takes approximately 5h 50m to drive from Joshīmath to Nainital.

Where can I stay near Nainital?

There are 958+ hotels available in Nainital.

Joshīmath to Nainital - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Joshīmath to Nainital by bus, train, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Tapovan Joshimath to Dehradunbus
2. Take the train from Dehradun to Kathgodamtrain 14120 / ...
21h 49m
₹1,375–3,877
Drive 282.3 km
1. Drive from Joshīmath to Nainitalcar 282.3 km
5h 50m
₹2,736–3,952
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Joshīmath to Nainitaltaxi 282.3 km
5h 50m
₹4,200–5,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from FlixBus Joshimath to FlixBus Delhi - Anand Vihar ISBTbus
2. Take the bus from Anand Vihar ISBT Main Road to Rohini Sector-1 Avantikabus
3. Take the bus from Delhi to Nainitalbus
24h 14m
₹1,404–4,815

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Distance: 662.1 km
Duration: 21h 49m

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

You can take a bus from FlixBus Joshimath to Nainital via FlixBus Delhi - Anand Vihar ISBT, Anand Vihar ISBT Main Road, Rohini Sector-1 Avantika, and Delhi in around 24h 14m.

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