Chandigarh to Kotdwar
The distance from Chandigarh to Kotdwar is about 251 km by road, roughly 5 hours (estimated). Kodtwar is connected by rail, with daily trains to Delhi and other large
Tentative Fare Estimate
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.
Overview
The distance from Chandigarh to Kotdwar is about 251 km by road, roughly 5 hours (estimated). Kodtwar is connected by rail, with daily trains to Delhi and other large destinations. There are also daily bus services to several destinations, including Jaipur and Amritsar.
Route Map
By Car: Chandigarh to Kotdwar
251 km · ~5h 21m · About 5h 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 ChhutmalpurAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
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 Kotdwar
251 km · ~5h 35m · 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 → Kotdwar
AC Seater / Volvo · ~251 km
~5h 35m|Tentative fare ₹280–₹750
Usual tea / meal halts: Haridwar (~170 km)
- Arrive in Kotdwar
Kotdwar, 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: Chandigarh to Kotdwar
Nearest railway stations: Chandigarh for Chandigarh, Kotdwara for Kotdwar.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 5h 11m in total
Change trains at Bundki — about 49m wait
1 change · 5h 41m in total
Change trains at Saharanpur — about 1h 40m wait
1 change · 6h 20m in total
Change trains at Dukheri — about 2h 16m 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.
Transport Options
By Car
Approximately 251 km by road from Chandigarh to Kotdwar, roughly 5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
By Train
The nearest railway station to Kotdwar is Kotdwara railway station, about 1 km from the town centre.
Railhead
Reach Kotdwara railway station, then continue by local transport.
- Kotdwara railway station — about 1 km
- Saneh Road railway station — about 10 km
Budget Estimate
road
251 km
5 hours
Approximately 251 km by road from Chandigarh to Kotdwar, roughly 5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
train
251 km
The nearest railway station to Kotdwar is Kotdwara railway station, about 1 km from the town centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
About 251 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport (DED), about 60 km away.
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