Snow peaks of the Himalaya glowing pink at sunset, seen from Kausani (photo: Ritabrata Das, Unsplash)

How to Reach Kausani from Kathgodam, Almora, Nainital & Delhi

Kausani is about 52 km from Almora and about 140-145 km from Kathgodam railway station, via Bhowali, Almora and Someshwar. Taxis and buses run from Kathgodam, Haldwani and Almora.

From Kathgodam≈ 140-145 km · 5 hrs
From Almora≈ 52 km · 2 hrs
From Delhi≈ 410-420 km
AirportPantnagar

Route to Kausani at a glance

KathgodamRailhead
BhowaliPast Bhimtal
AlmoraKumaon town
SomeshwarKosi valley
Kausani≈ 52 km after Almora

The road is good but winding; allow plenty of time and avoid driving after dark.

By train to Kathgodam

Kathgodam to Kausani≈ 140-145 km · 5 hrs

Kathgodam is the nearest railway station, about 140-145 km away, with trains from Delhi. Taxis and shared jeeps run from there; buses go from Haldwani to Almora, Kausani and Bageshwar.

  • Take a morning train or bus so you reach before dark.

From Almora or Nainital

Almora to Kausani≈ 52 km · 2 hrs
Nainital to Kausani≈ 115-120 km · 4 hrs

From Almora, drive about 52 km via Someshwar. From Nainital, go via Bhowali and Almora, about 115-120 km.

  • Stop at Kainchi Dham on the way from Nainital.

How to Reach Kausani: FAQs

Which is the nearest railway station to Kausani?

Kathgodam, about 140-145 km away.

Is there a bus to Kausani?

Yes, buses run from Haldwani and Almora towards Kausani and Bageshwar.

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