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Chandigarh to Haldwani

The distance from Chandigarh to Haldwani is about 391 km by road, roughly 8 hours (estimated).

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391 kmDistance

8 hrsDuration

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Car / Taxi

Swift Dzire₹13,463

Ertiga₹17,158

Innova₹17,896

Innova Crysta₹22,041

Tempo Traveller (12)₹30,460

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus

Non-AC Seater₹430

AC Seater₹700

Non-AC Sleeper₹630

AC Sleeper₹900

Volvo / Multi-Axle₹1,140

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Train

Sleeper₹260

Economy₹420

Third AC₹580

Second AC₹810

First AC₹1,120

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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.

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The distance from Chandigarh to Haldwani is about 391 km by road, roughly 8 hours (estimated).

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By Car: Chandigarh to Haldwani

391 km · ~8h 29m · About 8h of driving, plus stops.

Start from Chandigarh
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near Dehradun
About 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near Kalagarh Project Colony
About 300 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
91 km · 1h 49m drive from previous stop
Arrive in Haldwani
Haldwani, 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: Chandigarh to Haldwani

391 km · ~8h 41m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

Board at Chandigarh
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Chandigarh. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
Chandigarh → Haldwani
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~391 km
~8h 41m|Tentative fare ₹430–₹1,140
Usual tea / meal halts: Haridwar (~170 km)
Search buses Chandigarh to Haldwani
Arrive in Haldwani
Haldwani, Uttarakhand
Hotels in Haldwani

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Chandigarh to Haldwani

Nearest railway stations: Chandigarh for Chandigarh, Kathgodam for Haldwani.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 10h 20m in total

Chandigarh - Lucknow Sadhbhavna SF Express#12232 · Superfast

08:50 PMChandigarh

3h 23m26 stops

12:13 AM^+1dLaksar Jn

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Change trains at Laksar Jn — about 42m wait

Dehradun Kathgodam Express#14120 · Express

12:55 AMLaksar Jn

6h 15m31 stops

07:10 AMKathgodam

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1 change · 11h 8m in total

Chandigarh - Lucknow Sadhbhavna SF Express#12232 · Superfast

08:50 PMChandigarh

7h 24m60 stops

04:14 AM^+1dBareilly City

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Change trains at Bareilly City — about 1h 36m wait

Thawe Chhapra Passenger#52287 · Passenger

05:50 AMBareilly City

2h 8m9 stops

07:58 AMPantnagar

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1 change · 11h 40m in total

Chandigarh - Lucknow Sadhbhavna SF Express#12232 · Superfast

08:50 PMChandigarh

7h 25m61 stops

04:15 AM^+1dBareilly

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Change trains at Bareilly — about 1h 45m wait

Bareilly Lalkua Pass#55335 · Passenger

06:00 AMBareilly

2h 30m11 stops

08:30 AMLal Kuan

Running days & live status ↗

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.

Stops & Places Along the Route

Good places to break the journey from Chandigarh to Haldwani. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

Morni35 km from Chandigarh
Haryana
Nahan70 km from Chandigarh
Himachal Pradesh
Kalesar National Park110 km from Chandigarh
Haryana
Haridwar205 km from Chandigarh
Kotdwar260 km from Chandigarh
Ramnagar350 km from Chandigarh

Hotels in Haldwani

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Things to Do in Haldwani

Sanjay Van (Chetna Park)

Well-maintained park with a man‑made lake, paddle boats, shady paths and a cafeteria.

Mini Forest Park (Nagwan Area)

A tree-covered park ideal for a quiet stroll or jog, managed by the forest department.

Rajiv Gandhi Park

A small riverside park with lawns, children’s play equipment and benches overlooking the Gaula.

Earthinators – SOS: Revive India

A youth‑led environmental organisation based in Haldwani. Their flagship project organises tree-plantation drives, riverside clean‑ups and nature education walks along…

Gaula Barrage & Riverfront

A quiet reservoir and wide pebbly riverbed, favoured for birdwatching, sunrise walks and quiet reflection. The forested foothills form a dramatic backdrop.

Damuadhunga Forest & Gaula River Trail

An easy, unpaved walking route that follows the river into sal and pine forest. Rich in birds (kingfishers, barbets, forktails) and occasional sightings of barking deer.

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