Route to Landour at a glance
From April 2026, tourist vehicles need prior registration to enter the Landour cantonment, and only a limited number are allowed each day.
Nearest railway station and airport
The nearest railway station to Landour is Dehradun (DDN), about 38 km away. Trains such as the Shatabdi and Vande Bharat run from Delhi to Dehradun. From the station, take a prepaid taxi or a shared taxi to Mussoorie, or a Uttarakhand Roadways bus from the Mussoorie bus stand next to the railway station.
The nearest airport is Jolly Grant, Dehradun, with flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and other cities. Taxis from the airport go straight to Mussoorie.
From Mussoorie, walk up from Picture Palace or continue by car if your vehicle is registered.
- Kathgodam and Haridwar are not closer; Dehradun is the station to book.
- Book a taxi to Picture Palace if you plan to walk up.
Walking up from Mussoorie Mall Road
The simplest and most pleasant way to reach Landour is on foot. From Picture Palace at the east end of Mall Road, walk up through Landour Bazaar to the clock tower, then climb the steep lane past Mullingar Hill to Char Dukan.
Shared and private taxis also run between Mussoorie and Landour, subject to the cantonment's vehicle rules.
- The climb is steep; take it slowly.
- Start early on weekends to avoid crowds.
Landour by car from Dehradun and Delhi
From Dehradun, take the Mussoorie road via Kuthal Gate (about 35 km to Mussoorie) and continue past Picture Palace towards Landour. From Delhi, use the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway to Dehradun first.
From April 2026 you must register your vehicle in advance to drive into the cantonment. Without registration, or once the daily limit is reached, cars are diverted away from Landour.
- Register before you set out; see the Vehicle Registration tab.
- Small cars are easier on the narrow lanes.
- Avoid driving up on peak weekends if you can.
Chakrata to Landour
Chakrata and Landour are both in Dehradun district but there is no direct bus. The shorter road goes from Chakrata down to Kalsi, across the Yamuna and up past Kempty Falls to Mussoorie. The other option is to drive down to Dehradun and take the Mussoorie road.
- Leave early; both routes are mountain roads with few fuel stops.
- Avoid the Kempty road after heavy rain.
How to Reach Landour: FAQs
Which is the nearest railway station to Landour?
Dehradun railway station (DDN) is the nearest, about 38 km from Landour by road via Mussoorie. The drive takes about 1.5 to 2 hours.
How do I reach Landour from Dehradun?
Take a taxi or bus up the Mussoorie road (about 35 km), get off at Picture Palace at the east end of Mall Road, and walk up through Landour Bazaar. A car can drive on into Landour only with prior vehicle registration.
Is there a train to Landour?
No. There is no railway line to Mussoorie or Landour. Take a train to Dehradun and go up by road.
How far is Landour from Chakrata?
Roughly 85 to 95 km via Kalsi and Kempty Falls, or about 120 km via Dehradun. Both take around 3 to 4 hours.
Can I walk from Mussoorie to Landour?
Yes. From Picture Palace it is about 3 km to Char Dukan through Landour Bazaar. The path is steep and takes about 45 to 75 minutes.
Can I drive to Char Dukan?
Only with prior vehicle registration from April 2026, and parking there is very limited. Many visitors park lower down and walk.
How far is Landour from Delhi?
About 250 km, or 5 to 6 hours by road via the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway and Mussoorie.
