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How to Reach Uttarakhand & Best Travel Options

Uttarakhand is well-connected by air, rail, and road, making it accessible from major Indian cities. Whether you're traveling for pilgrimage, adventure, or relaxation, here’s a complete guide on how to reach Uttarakhand and the best travel options.

 By Air – Airports in Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand has two major airports that connect the state to major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, and Kolkata.

✅ Jolly Grant Airport (Dehradun) – Best for Garhwal Region
 Nearest Destinations: Rishikesh (21 km), Haridwar (35 km), Mussoorie (60 km)
 Flights Available From: Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Lucknow

✅ Pantnagar Airport – Best for Kumaon Region
 Nearest Destinations: Nainital (70 km), Jim Corbett (120 km), Almora (127 km)
 Flights Available From: Delhi

 Best Air Travel Option: Fly to Dehradun (Jolly Grant Airport) for most destinations.

 By Train – Railways Connecting Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand has several well-connected railway stations linked to Delhi, Kolkata, Lucknow, Jaipur, and other cities.

✅ Major Railway Stations in Uttarakhand:

• Dehradun Railway Station (Best for Mussoorie, Rishikesh, Haridwar)
• Haridwar Junction (Best for Char Dham Yatra, Rishikesh)
• Kathgodam Railway Station (Best for Nainital, Almora, Ranikhet)
• Ramnagar Railway Station (Best for Jim Corbett National Park)

 Best Rail Travel Option:

• Take the New Delhi to Dehradun Shatabdi Express (Fastest option)
• Board Ranikhet Express / Nainital Express for Kumaon Region

 By Road – Bus & Taxi Services to Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand has a well-developed road network with state-run buses, private taxis, and rental cars available from Delhi, Chandigarh, and other nearby cities.

✅ Best Routes to Uttarakhand:
 Delhi to Dehradun/Mussoorie – 270 km (6-7 hours) via NH334
 Delhi to Haridwar/Rishikesh – 240 km (5-6 hours) via NH334
 Delhi to Nainital – 315 km (7-8 hours) via NH9
 Delhi to Jim Corbett – 260 km (6 hours) via NH9

 Best Bus Travel Option:

• Uttarakhand Transport Corporation (UTC) Buses from Delhi ISBT to Dehradun, Rishikesh & Nainital
• Private Volvo & AC Buses available from Delhi, Chandigarh, and Jaipur

 Best Taxi Travel Option:

• Book prepaid cabs from Dehradun, Haridwar & Kathgodam.
• Rental cars available for self-drive trips.

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