Dehradun to Kota
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Dehradun, Uttarakhand to Kota, Rajasthan.
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: Dehradun to Kota
794 km · ~17h 13m · About 16h of driving split over 2 days, plus stops.
- Start from Dehradun
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
97 km · 1h 56m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 397Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 547Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 697Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
97 km · 1h 56m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KotaKota, Rajasthan
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: Dehradun to Kota
794 km · ~17h 39m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Dehradun
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Dehradun. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Dehradun → Kota
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~794 km
~17h 39m|Tentative fare ₹870–₹2,270
- Arrive in Kota
Kota, Rajasthan
Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.
By Train: Dehradun to Kota
Nearest railway stations: Dehradun for Dehradun, Dakaniya Talav for Kota.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 13h 11m in total
Change trains at Delhi H Nizamuddin — about 1h 15m wait
1 change · 13h 40m in total
Change trains at Laksar Jn — about 40m wait
1 change · 13h 59m in total
Change trains at Pragati Maidan — about 2h 13m 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.
Dehradun to Kota: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Dehradun to Kota is about 794 km by road, roughly 15.9 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 794 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹30,346 · Ertiga ₹38,683 · Innova ₹40,350 · Innova Crysta ₹49,687 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹68,696
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹870 · AC Seater ₹1,430 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,270 · AC Sleeper ₹1,830 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,270
- Train: Sleeper ₹510 · Economy ₹820 · Third AC ₹1,140 · Second AC ₹1,620 · First AC ₹2,250
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
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Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Kota.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Dehradun to Kota. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Roorkee70 km from Dehradun
Uttarakhand
- Meerut195 km from Dehradun
Uttar Pradesh
- Faridabad290 km from Dehradun
Haryana
- Alwar435 km from Dehradun
- Ranthambhore National Park650 km from Dehradun
Hotels in Kota
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Things to Do in Kota
Boat Safari
Take a boat safari on the Chambal river and observe crocodiles at close quarters. It starts from Chambal Garden.
Gaiparnath Temple
A beautiful and ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva constructed more than 200 feet below ground level. The temple is constantly showered by a natural waterfall.
Aalnia Dam
(25 km) An archeological area with ancient Indian stone carvings.
Chambal Garden
This garden stretches along the banks of the river Chambal. It houses a pond with rare gharial and crocodiles, which can be crossed via a teetering suspension bridge.
Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary
(50 km) - One of 3 wildlife sanctuaries in Rajasthan with large tracts of forests and a variety of wildlife
Garh Palace
Palace and fort complex often visited by tourists.
Suggested Kota Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Kota
- Travel from Dehradun to Kota (about 15.9 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Chambal Garden
Day 2Explore Kota
- Visit Kota Chambal Bridge
- Visit Jag Mandir Palace
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Umed Bhawan Palace
- Head back to Dehradun
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Kota trip and see the full Dehradun → Kota → next stop route.
Kota → Ranthambhore National Park
About 150 km by road
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