Route to Mussoorie at a glance
Every route to Mussoorie goes through Dehradun. From Dehradun, the last 35 km climbs a winding hill road that can be slow on weekends.
Mussoorie by bus
Buses run day and night from Delhi's ISBT Kashmiri Gate to Dehradun, and some go on to Mussoorie. From Dehradun, Uttarakhand Roadways buses to Mussoorie leave from near the railway station and the Mussoorie bus stand.
Shared taxis also run between Dehradun and Mussoorie and are quicker than the bus.
- Sit on the left going up for valley views.
- On holiday weekends, start early; the hill road gets jammed by mid-morning.
Mussoorie by train
Dehradun is the nearest railway station, with Shatabdi, Vande Bharat and overnight trains from Delhi and other cities. Taxis and buses outside the station go up to Mussoorie.
- A morning train from Delhi gets you to Mussoorie by mid-afternoon.
- Book taxis from the prepaid booth or a known operator.
Mussoorie by air
Jolly Grant Airport is on the far side of Dehradun from Mussoorie. Taxis from the airport take about two hours, depending on city traffic.
A Dehradun-Mussoorie ropeway of about 5.2 km is being built; check whether it has opened before you plan around it.
- Avoid evening arrivals on Fridays, when city and hill traffic are heaviest.
Mussoorie by car
From Delhi, take the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway (about 210 km) to Dehradun, then the hill road up through Kolhukhet and Kincraig. The older route via Meerut and Muzaffarnagar is longer in time. The last stretch to Mussoorie is narrow and winding.
Parking in Mussoorie is scarce. Many hotels have limited spaces, so ask before you arrive.
- Leave Delhi before 6 am to beat traffic.
- In snow, the last stretch can be slippery or closed; carry chains in January and February.
- Don't park on the road; tow-away is common.
Distance to Mussoorie from major cities
| From | Distance | Approx. time by road |
|---|---|---|
| Delhi (via expressway) | ≈ 245 km | 4.5-6 hrs |
| Dehradun | ≈ 35 km | 1-1.5 hrs |
| Haridwar | ≈ 90 km | 2.5-3 hrs |
| Rishikesh | ≈ 75 km | 2.5-3 hrs |
| Chandigarh | ≈ 205 km | 5-6 hrs |
| Dhanaulti | ≈ 25-30 km | 1 hr |
Distances and times are approximate and depend heavily on traffic, especially on weekends.
How to Reach Mussoorie: FAQs
How do I reach Mussoorie from Delhi?
Drive or take a bus to Dehradun on the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway (about 3 to 4 hours by car), or take a day train to Dehradun, then a taxi or bus up the last 35 km to Mussoorie.
Which is the nearest railway station to Mussoorie?
Dehradun, about 35 km away, or 1 to 1.5 hours by road.
Is there a ropeway from Dehradun to Mussoorie?
A ropeway of about 5.2 km is under construction. Until it opens, the only way up is by road.
