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Haldwani to Pithoragarh

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Haldwani, Uttarakhand to Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand.

103 kmDistance
2.1 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

Car / Taxi
Swift Dzire₹5,270
Ertiga₹6,687
Innova₹6,971
Innova Crysta₹8,613
Tempo Traveller (12)₹11,790

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus
Non-AC Seater₹110
AC Seater₹190
Non-AC Sleeper₹160
AC Sleeper₹240
Volvo / Multi-Axle₹340
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Train
Sleeper₹90
Economy₹130
Third AC₹170
Second AC₹240
First AC₹320
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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.

Route Map

By Car: Haldwani to Pithoragarh

103 km · ~2h 4m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.

  1. Start from Haldwani

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

  2. 103 km · 2h 4m drive from previous stop

    Arrive in Pithoragarh

    Pithoragarh, 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: Haldwani to Pithoragarh

103 km · ~2h 17m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.

  1. Board at Haldwani

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

  2. Haldwani → Pithoragarh

    Non-AC or AC Seater · ~103 km

    ~2h 17m|Tentative fare ₹110–₹340

  3. Arrive in Pithoragarh

    Pithoragarh, 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: Haldwani to Pithoragarh

Nearest railway stations: Kathgodam for Haldwani, Kathgodam (about 74 km away) for Pithoragarh.

Direct trains

Dehradun Kathgodam Express#14120 · Express
06:50 AMHaldwani
20m1 stops
07:10 AMKathgodam
KGM-MB PASS.#55302 · Passenger
07:30 AMKathgodam
17m1 stops
07:47 AMHaldwani
Uttarakhand Sampark Kranti Express#15036 · Sampark Kranti
08:50 AMKathgodam
16m1 stops
09:06 AMHaldwani
MORADABAD - KATHGODAM Pass#55303 · Passenger
10:50 AMHaldwani
20m1 stops
11:10 AMKathgodam
Anand Vihar-Kathgodam AC Express#14012 · Express
11:35 AMHaldwani
20m1 stops
11:55 AMKathgodam

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.

Haldwani to Pithoragarh: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Haldwani to Pithoragarh is about 103 km by road, roughly 2.1 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 103 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

  • Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹5,270 · Ertiga ₹6,687 · Innova ₹6,971 · Innova Crysta ₹8,613 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹11,790
  • Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹110 · AC Seater ₹190 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹160 · AC Sleeper ₹240 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹340
  • Train: Sleeper ₹90 · Economy ₹130 · Third AC ₹170 · Second AC ₹240 · First AC ₹320

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

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

  1. Bhimtal15 km from Haldwani

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Things to Do in Pithoragarh

Askot

It is the place which was built by Chand Rajas, here you can find good forts.

Walthi, Munsyari

It's in the mountains and a really nice place to see the sunset and sunrise. You can jog to this place in the morning or can take a walk.

Chandhag

This is 7 km from the town and you can see the panoramic view of the city from this hilltop. A temple dedicated to 'Manu' is located here.

Dharchula

It's another town in Pithoragarh district which is very close to Nepal, you just need to cross a river and you will be in another nation.

Dhwaj

It is some 30-40 km from the city, shared taxis and call taxis are available at the stations. It is the pilgrimage for all in the city, once you reach Dhwaj by car you…

Didihat

It is the place where you can see the Himalayas very close to you.

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Suggested Pithoragarh Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Pithoragarh

  • Travel from Haldwani to Pithoragarh (about 2.1 hrs by road) and check in
  • Visit Askot

Day 2Explore Pithoragarh

  • Visit Munsyari
  • Visit Gangolihat

Day 3Last sights and departure

  • Visit Dharchula
  • Head back to Haldwani
Suggested from Pithoragarh's top sights.

Extend Your Trip

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

Pithoragarh → Champawat

About 40 km by road

Pithoragarh → Almora

About 70 km by road

Pithoragarh → Bhimtal

About 90 km by road

Pithoragarh → Bhowali

About 95 km by road

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