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How to reach Mussoorie | A Complete Travel Guide

The hill station of Mussoorie in Uttarakhand is a popular travel destination in India. Its mountains offer something special for all kinds of visitors. Are you planning a laid-back holiday in the crisp air, a romantic escape, an adventure-filled break, or a quick weekend getaway? In this blog, we will explain how to reach Mussoorie via the different modes of transportation available. 

How to reach Mussoorie?

By Air

The closest airport to Mussoorie is Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun. It is located 58 km away. Dehradun is well connected by flight to major cities in India like Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Bengaluru, and Chennai. It is connected to smaller Indian cities via a one-stop flight in one of the major airports. 

To reach Mussoorie from Jolly Grant Airport, you can hire a taxi. The journey takes roughly 2 hours. 

By Train

The closest train station to Mussoorie is Dehradun Railway Station. It is located 34 km away. From New Delhi, you can take the Shatabdi Express (6 hours), Kota Dehradun AC Express (6 hours), or the overnight Mussoorie Express (10 hours 40 minutes). Visitors from other cities can travel up to Delhi, and then transfer to the direct train to Dehradun.

From Dehradun Railway Station, you can hire a taxi to Mussoorie. Regular buses also ply between Dehradun and Mussoorie from the Mussoorie Roadways Bus Station, located right next to the Railway Station. The journey takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes. 

By Road

Mussoorie is well connected by road to nearby cities like Dehradun (34 km/1 hour 30 minutes), Haridwar (82 km/2 hours), Chandigarh (202 km/5 hours), and New Delhi (300 km/7-8 hours). Regular luxury, deluxe, and semi-deluxe buses are available from these cities to Mussoorie. Additionally, you can also drive your own car to Mussoorie. The highways connecting these cities are in good condition, offering scenic views along the way. 

FAQs

How to reach Mussoorie?

There are various ways to reach Mussoorie including flights, trains, buses, and private taxis. Dehradun is the closest city to Mussoorie, which is well-connected to most major cities in India. 

How to reach Dehradun by flight?

You can reach Dehradun by flying to Jolly Grant Airport (DED), which is about 25 km from the city center.

How to reach Mussoorie by train?

Daily train services run between New Delhi and Dehradun. Book your train tickets through the official IRCTC website. From Dehradun Railway Station, take the bus or hire a private taxi for the 1.5-hour drive.

How to reach from Delhi to Mussoorie? 

There are many options to reach from Delhi to Mussoorie. You can fly or take the train to Dehradun and continue the remaining journey by road. You can also take a luxury or deluxe bus directly from Delhi to Mussoorie. 

How to reach Landour from Mussoorie? 

Landour is roughly 6 km (20 minutes) away from Mussoorie. The best way to reach Landour from Mussoorie is by hiring a taxi.

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