Nainital to Haridwar
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Nainital, Uttarakhand to Haridwar, 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: Nainital to Haridwar
181 km · ~3h 37m · About 4h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Nainital
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
181 km · 3h 37m drive from previous stop
Arrive in HaridwarHaridwar, 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: Nainital to Haridwar
181 km · ~4h 1m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Nainital
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Nainital. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Nainital → Haridwar
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~181 km
~4h 1m|Tentative fare ₹200–₹560
- Arrive in Haridwar
Haridwar, 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: Nainital to Haridwar
Nearest railway stations: Kathgodam for Nainital, Haridwar Jn for Haridwar.
Direct trains
Other options with a change
1 change · 7h 20m in total
Change trains at Rampur — about 56m wait
1 change · 7h 25m in total
Change trains at Mundha Pande — about 56m wait
1 change · 7h 25m in total
Change trains at Mundha Pande — about 56m 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.
Nainital to Haridwar: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Nainital to Haridwar is about 181 km by road, roughly 3.6 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 181 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹6,962 · Ertiga ₹8,862 · Innova ₹9,242 · Innova Crysta ₹11,393 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹15,704
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹200 · AC Seater ₹330 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹290 · AC Sleeper ₹420 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹560
- Train: Sleeper ₹140 · Economy ₹210 · Third AC ₹280 · Second AC ₹390 · First AC ₹540
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 Haridwar.
Stops & Places Along the Route
Good places to break the journey from Nainital to Haridwar. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Ramnagar35 km from Nainital
- Kotdwar125 km from Nainital
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Things to Do in Haridwar
Attend the Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri
Witness the mesmerizing evening ritual where priests offer fire, incense, and hymns to the Ganges as thousands of floating diyas (oil lamps) drift down the river.…
1.5 hours
Ride the Udan Khatola to Chandi Devi Temple
Take the cable car (ropeway) from near the Chandi Ghat to the hilltop temple dedicated to Goddess Chandi, offering panoramic views of Haridwar and the Ganges. The ride…
2 hours (including darshan and queue)
Walk the Upper and Lower Ganges Canal Pathways
Stroll along the tree-lined banks of the Ganges Canal that runs through Haridwar, especially the stretch near Bhimgoda Tank. This is a calm, shaded walk popular with…
1 hour
Visit Mansa Devi Temple via Ropeway
Ride the second cable car in Haridwar up to the Mansa Devi Temple, where devotees tie sacred threads to the temple railings to fulfill wishes. The hilltop also has a…
2 hours
Explore the Sapt Rishi Ashram and Sapt Sarovar
Visit this serene ashram located about 5 km from the main city, believed to be where seven sages meditated. The site features a peaceful garden, a small pond (Sapt…
1.5 hours (including travel time from city center)
Take a Morning Boat Ride on the Ganges at Har Ki Pauri
At sunrise, hire a small rowboat for a 30–40 minute ride along the ghats, where you can see pilgrims bathing, temples, and the iconic clock tower from the water. It’s a…
45 minutes
Suggested Haridwar Itinerary
Day 1Day 1
- Take a gentle stroll along Har Ki Pauri ghat and watch pilgrims perform ritual bathing and prayers
- Visit the nearby Maa Ganga Temple and the clock tower area, browsing for traditional puja items and souvenirs
- Attend the evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri (arrive by 5:30 PM for a good viewing spot; the ceremony starts at sunset)
Day 2Day 2
- Ride the Udan Khatola (cable car) to Chandi Devi temple, dedicated to Goddess Chandi, with panoramic views of the river valley
- Take the second cable car or a short drive to Mansa Devi temple, where you can tie a sacred thread for wish fulfillment
- Enjoy a serene boat ride on the Ganges from the ghats, then visit the Bharat Mata temple with its unique floor-map of India
Day 3Day 3
- Visit Sapt Rishi Ashram, where legend says seven sages meditated; enjoy the quiet gardens by the river
- Explore the Daksha Mahadev temple, an important Shiva shrine with intricate stone carvings
- Walk through the vibrant Bara Bazaar for herbal remedies, rudraksha beads, and local sweets like peda
Food & Rest Stops in Haridwar
- Chotiwala Restaurant0.5 km from centre
- Big Boy Restaurant1.2 km from centre
- Hoshiyar Puri3.5 km from centre
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