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Delhi to Mussoorie

The distance from Delhi to Mussoorie is about 276 km by road, roughly 5.5 hours (estimated).

276 kmDistance
5.5 hrsDuration

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹11,710
Ertiga₹14,860
Innova₹15,490
Innova Crysta₹19,140
Tempo Traveller (12)₹26,200

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹300
AC Seater₹500
Non-AC Sleeper₹440
AC Sleeper₹630
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹820
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Train
Sleeper₹200
Economy₹310
Third AC₹420
Second AC₹580
First AC₹800
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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.

Overview

The distance from Delhi to Mussoorie is about 276 km by road, roughly 5.5 hours (estimated).

Route Map

By Car: Delhi to Mussoorie

276 km · ~5h 51m · About 6h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Delhi

    An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.

  2. 150 km · 3h drive from previous stop

    Rest & refuel near Muzaffarnagar

    About 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.

  3. 126 km · 2h 31m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Mussoorie

    Mussoorie, 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: Delhi to Mussoorie

276 km · ~6h 8m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Delhi

    Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Delhi. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.

  2. Delhi → Mussoorie

    AC Seater / Volvo · ~276 km

    ~6h 8m|Tentative fare ₹300–₹820

    Usual tea / meal halts: Deoband (~170 km)

  3. Arrive in Mussoorie

    Mussoorie, 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: Delhi to Mussoorie

Nearest railway stations: New Delhi for Delhi, Dehradun for Mussoorie.

Direct trains

New Delhi-Dehradun Shatabdi#12017 · Shatabdi
06:52 AMShivaji Bridge
5h 48m47 stops
12:40 PMDehradun
Kochuveli-Dehradun Weekly Express#12287 · Superfast
11:00 AMDelhi H Nizamuddin
7h46 stops
06:00 PMDehradun
Ujjaini Express#14309 · Express
11:30 AMDelhi H Nizamuddin
7h 8m46 stops
06:38 PMHarrawala
Dehradun Jan Shatabdi Express#12055 · Jan Shatabdi
03:16 PMShivaji Bridge
5h 54m46 stops
09:10 PMDehradun
New Delhi-Dehradun AC Express#12205 · Superfast
11:57 PMShivaji Bridge
5h 43m46 stops
05:40 AM+1dDehradun

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 Delhi to Mussoorie. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

  1. Muzaffarnagar140 km from Delhi

    Uttar Pradesh

  2. Roorkee200 km from Delhi

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Things to Do in Mussoorie

Cambridge Book Depot

The oldest book shop in the area, the well-read and the owner of the shop is genial and helpful.

Landour Language School

The school offers classes in Hindi, Urdu, Sanskrit and the local dialect of Garhwali.

The Walks of Mussoorie

Mussoorie offer some walks around the town. On walk you can take from Library Point to Landhaur Market via camel's back road.

Bhatta falls

On the way back to Dehradun from Mussoorie take the opportunity to see Bhatta Falls. 2-km trek, 3 km away from Mussoorie.

Camty Fall

About 15 km from Mussoorie, this now over-built spot is a popular tourist destination. Catch a taxi or a bus from the Library stand.

Company Garden

It is a government initiative, a man made beautiful park with artificial falls and fun rides. From Gun Hill Point rickshaws are available.

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Suggested Mussoorie Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Mussoorie

  • Travel from Delhi to Mussoorie (about 5.5 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Kempty Falls

Day 2Explore Mussoorie

  • Visit Happy Valley
  • Visit Kasmanda Palace
  • Visit Mussoorie Wildlife Sanctuary

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Lal Tibba
  • Head back to Delhi
Suggested from Mussoorie's top sights.

Travel Tips

Buses leave from Dehradun train station.
To reach Kempty Falls directly from Dehradun catch a bus from the Dehradun Railway station Hill Bus Services Section or take a taxi.
You can also take a bus to the Library end of Mussoorie and walk to the Kempty Bus stop and take a bus or taxi or a milkvan or hitch a ride with a tourist going in that direction.
Toll Tax is payable on entering Kempty Village per bus/taxi/car/scooter.

Budget Estimate

road

276 km

5.5 hours

Approximately 276 km by road from Delhi to Mussoorie, roughly 5.5 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).

train

276 km

The nearest railway station to Mussoorie is Dehradun railway station, about 16 km from the town centre.

Extend Your Trip

Add a nearby place to your Mussoorie trip and see the full Delhi → Mussoorie → next stop route.

Mussoorie → Rishikesh

About 55 km by road

Mussoorie → Uttarkashi

About 60 km by road

Mussoorie → Kalesar National Park

About 70 km by road

Mussoorie → Haridwar

About 75 km by road

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How far is Mussoorie from Delhi?

About 276 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).

2. Which airport is closest to Mussoorie?

Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport (DED), about 30 km away.

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