Varanasi to Dehradun
Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Varanasi, Uttar 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: Varanasi to Dehradun
963 km · ~20h 16m · About 19h of driving split over 3 days, plus stops.
- Start from Varanasi
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
171 km · 3h 25m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 321Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 471Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
171 km · 3h 25m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 642Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 792Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
171 km · 3h 25m 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: Varanasi to Dehradun
963 km · ~21h 24m · Buses on this route are usually available as direct services. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability.
- Board at Varanasi
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Varanasi. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
- Varanasi → Dehradun
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~963 km
~21h 24m|Tentative fare ₹1,060–₹2,750
- 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: Varanasi to Dehradun
Nearest railway stations: Varanasi Jn for Varanasi, Dehradun for Dehradun.
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.
Varanasi to Dehradun: Route & Travel Options
Route overview
Varanasi to Dehradun is about 963 km by road, roughly 19.3 hours of travel time.
Tentative fare estimate
Approximate fares for about 963 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.
- Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹36,879 · Ertiga ₹46,991 · Innova ₹49,013 · Innova Crysta ₹60,374 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹83,392
- Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹1,060 · AC Seater ₹1,730 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹1,540 · AC Sleeper ₹2,210 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹2,750
- Train: Sleeper ₹610 · Economy ₹990 · Third AC ₹1,380 · Second AC ₹1,960 · First AC ₹2,730
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 Varanasi to Dehradun. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.
- Sultanpur180 km from Varanasi
Uttar Pradesh
- Shahjahanpur535 km from Varanasi
Uttar Pradesh
- Rudrapur700 km from Varanasi
- Haldwani715 km from Varanasi
- Kashipur760 km from Varanasi
- Kotdwar855 km from Varanasi
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 Varanasi to Dehradun (about 19.3 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 Varanasi
Extend Your Trip
Add a nearby place to your Dehradun trip and see the full Varanasi → Dehradun → next stop route.
Dehradun → Kalesar National Park
About 60 km by road
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