Dehradun to Kurukshetra
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Dehradun, Uttarakhand to Kurukshetra, Haryana.
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 Kurukshetra
158 km · ~3h 10m · About 3h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Dehradun
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
158 km · 3h 10m drive from previous stop
Arrive in KurukshetraKurukshetra, Haryana
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 Kurukshetra
158 km · ~3h 31m · 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 → Kurukshetra
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~158 km
~3h 31m|Tentative fare ₹170–₹490
- Arrive in Kurukshetra
Kurukshetra, Haryana
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 Kurukshetra
Nearest railway stations: Dehradun for Dehradun, Kurukshetra Jn for Kurukshetra.
No direct train found — best options with a change
1 change · 8h 9m in total
Change trains at Ambala Cant Jn — about 1h 20m wait
1 change · 9h 39m in total
Change trains at Ghaziabad — about 1h 23m wait
1 change · 10h 7m in total
Change trains at New Delhi — about 2h 15m 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 Kurukshetra: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Dehradun to Kurukshetra is about 158 km by road, roughly 3.2 hours of travel time. The road passes near Saharanpur and Yamunanagar.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 158 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹6,141 · Ertiga ₹7,800 · Innova ₹8,131 · Innova Crysta ₹10,040 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹13,772
- 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 ₹350 · First AC ₹470
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 Kurukshetra.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Dehradun to Kurukshetra. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Yamunanagar100 km from Dehradun
Hotels in Kurukshetra
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Things to Do in Kurukshetra
Crocodile Breeding Centre
The centre has around 10 male and 10 female mugger crocodiles which you can see up close. The guides are very knowledgeable.
Brahm-sarovar
The memoirs of Al Beruni, called 'Kitab-ul-Hind' mentions this sacred water tank. The water tank is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Chatti Patshahi Gurudwara
The Sikh Gurus visited Kurukshetra from time to time. Pilgrims go to the Pundits of their area and sign in their register after taking a bath.
Jyotisar
A pilgrimage site, where the Bhagavad Gita was spoken.
Sanhit-Sarovar
Situated at a distance of 3 km from Kurukshetra Railway Station on Pehowa Road, Sannihit Sarovar is believed to be the permanent abode of Lord Vishnu.
Suggested Kurukshetra Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Kurukshetra
- Travel from Dehradun to Kurukshetra (about 3.2 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Sthaneshwar Mahadev Temple
Day 2Explore Kurukshetra
- Visit Sheikh Chilli's Tomb
- Visit Thanesar Pathar Mosque
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Crocodile Breeding Centre
- Head back to Dehradun
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