Nainital to Pithoragarh
The distance from Nainital to Pithoragarh is about 96 km by road, roughly 2 hours (estimated). Pithoragarh can be accessed by bus and taxi. The buses are available from New Delhi
Tentative Fare Estimate
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 Nainital to Pithoragarh is about 96 km by road, roughly 2 hours (estimated). Pithoragarh can be accessed by bus and taxi. The buses are available from New Delhi at ISBT Anand Vihar which are of category general to luxury: New Delhi to Haldwani to Pithoragarh New Delhi to Tanakpur to Pithoragarh New Delhi-Bazpur-Kaladungi-Nainital-Almora-Pithoragarh.
Route Map
By Car: Nainital to Pithoragarh
96 km · ~1h 55m · About 2h of driving, plus stops.
- Start from Nainital
An early start keeps you ahead of city and highway traffic.
96 km · 1h 55m drive from previous stop
Arrive in PithoragarhPithoragarh, 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 Pithoragarh
96 km · ~2h 8m · 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 → Pithoragarh
Non-AC or AC Seater · ~96 km
~2h 8m|Tentative fare ₹110–₹320
- 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: Nainital to Pithoragarh
Nearest railway stations: Kathgodam for Nainital, Kathgodam (about 74 km away) for Pithoragarh.
Direct trains
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.
Transport Options
By Car
Approximately 96 km by road from Nainital to Pithoragarh, roughly 2 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
Budget Estimate
road
96 km
2 hours
Approximately 96 km by road from Nainital to Pithoragarh, roughly 2 hours of driving (estimate from straight-line distance).
Frequently Asked Questions
About 96 km by road (estimated from straight-line distance).
Pantnagar Airport (PGH), about 95 km away.
Related Tour Packages
Other Routes
Popular routes around Pithoragarh
More routes from Nainital
Explore More of Pithoragarh
Destination Hub
Pithoragarh Overview