Kullu to Dehradun
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Kullu, Himachal Pradesh to Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
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: Kullu to Dehradun
259 km · ~5h 31m · About 5h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Kullu
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest & refuel near RohruAbout 150 km in — 15–20 minutes for tea, food, fuel and a stretch.
109 km · 2h 11m drive from previous stop
Arrive in DehradunDehradun, 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: Kullu to Dehradun
259 km · ~5h 45m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Kullu
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Kullu. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Kullu → Dehradun
AC Seater / Volvo · ~259 km
~5h 45m|Tentative fare ₹280–₹780
Usual tea / meal halts: Auli (~170 km)
- Arrive in Dehradun
Dehradun, 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: Kullu to Dehradun
Nearest railway stations: Baijnath Paprola (about 46 km away) for Kullu, Dehradun for Dehradun.
No direct train found — best options with a change
2 changes · 28h 50m in total
Change trains at Pathankot — about 2h 5m wait
Change trains at Daya Basti — about 2h 49m wait
2 changes · 41h 50m in total
Change trains at Pathankot — about 2h 5m wait
Change trains at Old Delhi — about 14h 35m wait
2 changes · 41h 50m in total
Change trains at Pathankot — about 10h 35m wait
Change trains at Old Delhi — about 4h 55m 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.
Kullu to Dehradun: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Kullu to Dehradun is about 259 km by road, roughly 5.2 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 259 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹11,710 · Ertiga ₹14,860 · Innova ₹15,490 · Innova Crysta ₹19,140 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹26,200
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹280 · AC Seater ₹470 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹410 · AC Sleeper ₹600 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹780
- Train: Sleeper ₹190 · Economy ₹290 · Third AC ₹390 · Second AC ₹550 · First AC ₹760
Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.
Want the full Dehradun guide?
Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Dehradun.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Kullu to Dehradun. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Tirthan Valley55 km from Kullu
Himachal Pradesh
- Auli200 km from Kullu
Hotels in Dehradun
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Treebo Blessing Bells
Dehradun
Treebo Grand Legacy Elite With Roof Top Cafe
Dehradun
Treebo Kanopy Greens
Dehradun
Treebo Grand Legacy Shahenshah
Dehradun
Things to Do in Dehradun
India Thrills
India Thrills is worth a visit while in Dehradun.
Adventure Nation
Adventure Nation is worth a visit while in Dehradun.
Chetwoode Hall
The Indian Military Academy. A charming little museum housing collections of 20th century military artifacts.
Clock Tower
Built by the British, this remains the icon of the downtown area.
Jaspal Rana Shooting Range
Majhon- Paunda, Via Nanda Ki Chowki, Premnagar, Dehradun
The Kalinga War Memorial
The only war memorial of its kind in the world which was erected by the British to honour their foe, the Gurkhas (or the Gorkhas).
Suggested Dehradun Itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Dehradun
- Travel from Kullu to Dehradun (about 5.2 hrs by road) and check in
- Visit Uttara Museum of Contemporary Art
Day 2Explore Dehradun
- Visit Robber's Cave
- Visit Doon Valley
- Visit Santala devi temple
Day 3Last sights and departure
- Visit Tapkeshwar Temple
- Head back to Kullu
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Dehradun trip and see the full Kullu → Dehradun → next stop route.
Dehradun → Kalesar National Park
About 60 km by road
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