Ambala to Dehradun
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Ambala, Haryana to Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
Tentative Fare Estimate
Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST
Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.
Route Map
By Car: Ambala to Dehradun
156 km · ~3h 7m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Ambala
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
156 km · 3h 7m drive from previous stop
Arrive in DehradunDehradun, Uttarakhand
Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.
By Bus: Ambala to Dehradun
156 km · ~3h 28m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Ambala
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Ambala. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Ambala → Dehradun
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~156 km
~3h 28m|Tentative fare ₹170–₹490
- Arrive in Dehradun
Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Ambala to Dehradun
Nearest railway stations: Ambala City for Ambala, Dehradun for Dehradun.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 6h 25m in total
Change trains at Saharanpur — about 1h 40m wait
1 change · 6h 25m in total
Change trains at Saharanpur — about 1h 40m wait
1 change · 6h 40m in total
Change trains at Tapri Jn — about 1h 18m wait
Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.
Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.
Ambala to Dehradun: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Ambala to Dehradun is about 156 km by road, roughly 3.1 hours of travel time. The road passes near Yamunanagar.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 156 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹6,069 · Ertiga ₹7,707 · Innova ₹8,035 · Innova Crysta ₹9,923 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹13,604
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹170 · AC Seater ₹280 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹250 · AC Sleeper ₹360 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹490
- Train: Sleeper ₹120 · Economy ₹190 · Third AC ₹250 · Second AC ₹340 · First AC ₹470
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
Want the full Dehradun guide?
Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Dehradun.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Ambala to Dehradun. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Kalesar National Park95 km from Ambala
Haryana
Hotels in Dehradun
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Treebo Blessing Bells
Dehradun
Treebo Grand Legacy Elite With Roof Top Cafe
Dehradun
Treebo Kanopy Greens
Dehradun
Treebo Grand Legacy Shahenshah
Dehradun
Things to Do in Dehradun
India Thrills
India Thrills is worth a visit while in Dehradun.
Adventure Nation
Adventure Nation is worth a visit while in Dehradun.
Chetwoode Hall
The Indian Military Academy. A charming little museum housing collections of 20th century military artifacts.
Clock Tower
Built by the British, this remains the icon of the downtown area.
Jaspal Rana Shooting Range
Majhon- Paunda, Via Nanda Ki Chowki, Premnagar, Dehradun
The Kalinga War Memorial
The only war memorial of its kind in the world which was erected by the British to honour their foe, the Gurkhas (or the Gorkhas).
Suggested Dehradun Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Dehradun
- Travel from Ambala to Dehradun (about 3.1 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Uttara Museum of Contemporary Art
Day 2Explore Dehradun
- Visit Robber's Cave
- Visit Doon Valley
- Visit Santala devi temple
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Tapkeshwar Temple
- Head back to Ambala
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Dehradun trip and see the full Ambala → Dehradun → next stop route.
Dehradun → Kalesar National Park
About 60 km by road
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