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Leaving behind the mist-covered foothills of the Himalayas in Dehradun for the grid-like precision of Chandigarh is a transition from organic mountain beauty to India's first planned urban masterpiece. While Dehradun serves as the gateway to the Garhwal Himalayas, Chandigarh offers a sophisticated contrast with its wide boulevards, Le Corbusier architecture, and the famous Rock Garden. The route crosses the Shivalik range before the landscape flattens into the fertile plains.
The bus is the way to go: there is no direct train or flight, and the buses run all day.
Dehradun to Chandigarh by Bus
Uttarakhand Transport Corporation (UTC) AC Volvo buses leave Dehradun ISBT for Chandigarh Sector 43 at 07:30, 12:30 and 16:20, and ordinary UTC buses leave at 11:30 (two buses) and 22:00.[1][2] The Chandigarh Transport Undertaking (CTU) adds departures from Dehradun to ISBT-43 Chandigarh at 04:40 (AC), 13:40 (AC), 14:30 (AC), 15:30 (AC) and 18:10.[3]
In the other direction, UTC AC Volvo buses leave Chandigarh Sector 43 for Dehradun ISBT at 14:25, 18:10 and 21:50, and ordinary UTC buses at 06:00, 17:00 and 17:45.[1][2] CTU buses leave ISBT-43 for Dehradun at 07:55 (AC), 09:00 (AC), 10:00 (AC), 12:05 and 15:20 (AC, night).[3]
The AC Volvo coaches are the best choice for comfort, with air conditioning and reclining seats. The late departures let you rest on the way and arrive in the evening or at night.
No Direct Train or Flight
The Dehradun Shatabdi and the Chandigarh Shatabdi both connect with New Delhi, so a train trip means changing in Delhi.[4] IndiGo has no direct flight between Dehradun and Chandigarh, and its itineraries connect via Delhi, Bangalore or Mumbai.[5] The bus is the practical choice.
Comparing Your Options
| Bus operator | Dehradun departures |
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| UTC AC Volvo | 07:30, 12:30, 16:20[1] |
| UTC ordinary | 11:30 (two buses), 22:00[2] |
| CTU | 04:40, 13:40, 14:30, 15:30, 18:10[3] |
Tips for Traveling from Dehradun to Chandigarh
- Book in Advance: During peak tourist seasons or local festivals, buses can fill up days in advance. UTC takes online bookings for its Volvo and ordinary services.
- Motion Sickness: The first part of the journey involves winding roads as you descend from Dehradun. If you are prone to motion sickness, take medication or choose a seat toward the front of the bus.
- Check Your Destination: UTC and CTU buses arrive at ISBT-43 in Chandigarh. Chandigarh and Mohali are contiguous cities, so if your accommodation is in the southern sectors or near the stadium, plan your onward ride.
- Hydration and Snacks: Carry water and some light snacks for the journey.
Timetable
| Bus Dehradun - Chandigarh $ 10.76โ25.39 3h 32m โ 6h 30m | |
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| Taxi Dehradun - Chandigarh $ 37.33โ150.63 2h 10m โ 5h | |
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| Train Dehradun - Chandigarh $ 10.00 6h 56m | |
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| Taxi Dehradun - Mohali $ 115.44โ158.67 2h 30m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The bus. UTC AC Volvo and ordinary buses and CTU buses run between Dehradun ISBT and ISBT-43 in Chandigarh, and there is no direct train or flight.
The Uttarakhand Transport Corporation (UTC) and the Chandigarh Transport Undertaking (CTU).
UTC AC Volvo buses leave at 07:30, 12:30 and 16:20, UTC ordinary buses at 11:30 (two buses) and 22:00, and CTU buses at 04:40, 13:40, 14:30, 15:30 and 18:10.
No. The Dehradun Shatabdi and the Chandigarh Shatabdi both connect with New Delhi, so you would have to change there.
There is no direct flight. IndiGo offers only connecting itineraries via Delhi, Bangalore or Mumbai.
UTC and CTU buses from Dehradun arrive at ISBT-43 (Sector 43) in Chandigarh.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Uttarakhand Transport Corporation: AC Volvo service routes. Retrieved October 29, 2026.
- [2] Uttarakhand Transport Corporation: Ordinary service routes. Retrieved October 29, 2026.
- [3] Chandigarh Transport Undertaking: Time table of ISBT-17 and 43 Chandigarh, CTU bus services on inter-state routes (amended 22.04.2026). Retrieved October 29, 2026.
- [4] Indian Railways (CRIS): Shatabdi Train Names with Details. Retrieved October 29, 2026.
- [5] IndiGo: Dehradun to Chandigarh Flights. Retrieved October 29, 2026.
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