How to Reach Dehradun?
Dehradun, the capital of Uttarakhand, is known for its prestigious schools, Basmati rice, and litchis. For adventure enthusiasts, it also serves as the base for trekking in the Garhwal Himalayas. To reach the starting villages of most treks, your first destination will be Dehradun.
Many trekking organizations provide pick-up and drop facilities directly from Dehradun. Popular treks such as Kedarkantha, Dayara Bugyal, Kuari Pass, Brahmatal Lake, Valley of Flowers, Har Ki Dun, Bali Pass, and many others have Dehradun as their starting point.
We always recommend trekkers to spend a night in Dehradun before beginning their trek journey, as it allows you to rest and be better prepared.
If you are wondering how to reach Dehradun, the good news is that it is very well connected to all major parts of India. The city has a domestic airport, a railway station, and an ISBT (Inter-State Bus Terminal)**.
By Road:
Dehradun is approximately 270 km from Delhi and usually takes around 4–5 hours to reach via the Delhi–Dehradun Expressway.
Buses:
You can book government buses from the UTC website (https://utconline.uk.gov.in/). Private operators such as Zing Bus, RedBus, and Laxmi Holidays also run daily services. Fare Range: ₹350 – ₹1100 (depending on the bus type and operator).
Taxi:
If you are traveling in a group of 4 or more, hiring a taxi can be economical. A taxi from Delhi to Dehradun generally costs around ₹5000.
By Train:
Dehradun has a well-connected railway station. You can check train availability from your city on the IRCTC website. If trains are not directly available from your city, you can travel to Delhi first. From Delhi, there are many train options to Dehradun such as:
Vande Bharat Express
Dehradun–Kota Express
*Nanda Devi Express, and others.
By Air:
The fastest way to reach Dehradun is by flight. Dehradun has its own domestic airport called Jolly Grant Airport (DED). Flights are available from major Indian cities.
Pro Tip: Flight tickets to Dehradun can sometimes be expensive. To save money, you can fly to Delhi first and then take a bus or train to Dehradun.
Staying in Dehradun:
For trekkers traveling with The Searching Souls, the Pick-up point is Prince Chowk, Dehradun, which is:
~700 m from the Railway Station
~6 km from ISBT Dehradun
Dehradun Pickup Location
Prince Chowk, Domino’s Pizza – 57, 1, Gandhi road,
Govind Nagar, Race Course, Dehradun, Uttarakhand 248001
Dehradun Pickup Location (Google Maps)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/ikeSXJTfudm14XjQ6
If you are planning to stay overnight, we suggest booking a hotel near Prince Chowk for convenience.