Route to Dhanaulti at a glance
DelhiStart
Dehradun≈ 210 km by expressway
Mussoorie≈ 35 km · 1-1.5 hrs
Dhanaulti≈ 25 km · 1 hr
Most travellers reach Dhanaulti through Mussoorie. Buses from Dehradun towards Chamba and New Tehri also pass through.
Dhanaulti by car or taxi
From Mussoorie≈ 25 km · about 1 hour
From Dehradun≈ 60 km · 2-2.5 hours
RoadMussoorie-Chamba road
In winterMay close after heavy snow
From Mussoorie, follow the Chamba road east past Library Chowk; the road runs along a forested ridge to Dhanaulti. Taxis from Mussoorie and Dehradun do day trips that include Surkanda Devi.
- Carry snow chains in January and February.
- Start back before dark; the road has few lights.
Dhanaulti by bus
FromDehradun or Mussoorie
TowardsChamba / New Tehri
Time from Dehradunabout 2.5-3 hours
FrequencyA few buses a day
Uttarakhand Roadways and private buses from Dehradun to Chamba and New Tehri pass through Dhanaulti. Shared taxis also run from Mussoorie.
- Ask the conductor to stop at Dhanaulti; it is a small halt.
Dhanaulti by train or air
RailwayDehradun · ≈ 60 km
AirportJolly Grant · ≈ 85 km
OnwardTaxi via Mussoorie
The nearest railway station is Dehradun and the nearest airport is Jolly Grant. From either, take a taxi via Mussoorie.
How to Reach Dhanaulti: FAQs
How far is Dhanaulti from Mussoorie?
About 25 km, roughly an hour by road along the Chamba road.
Can I visit Dhanaulti on a day trip from Dehradun?
Yes. It is about 60 km, or 2 to 2.5 hours each way. Combine it with Mussoorie or Surkanda Devi.
