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How to Get from Dehradun to Haridwar

How to travel from Dehradun to Haridwar by bus, train or taxi, with departure points and tips for festival days and the evening Ganga aarti.

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Last updated: October 30, 2026

How to Get from Dehradun to Haridwar
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The ride from Dehradun down to Haridwar takes you from the cool foothills to the point where the Ganga leaves the mountains and enters the plains. Haridwar is one of Hindu India's holiest pilgrimage towns, and every evening the ghats at Har ki Pauri fill with lamps, bells and chanting at the Ganga aarti.[1]

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The two cities are close, so buses, trains and taxis all work, and you can pick whichever leaves when you do.

Dehradun to Haridwar by Bus

Buses and taxis run to Haridwar from Dehradun and the other main towns of Uttarakhand.[1] The state-run Uttarakhand Transport Corporation uses Dehradun ISBT as its main terminal, and its ordinary service lists Haridwar to Dehradun ISBT departures at 11:00 and 11:45.[2]

Dehradun to Haridwar by Train

Haridwar Railway Station is well connected with Dehradun, and trains to and from Haridwar are frequent.[1]

Dehradun to Haridwar by Taxi

Taxis to Haridwar are available in Dehradun. A taxi leaves when you do and drops you at your hotel, which suits groups and anyone with luggage. Dehradun's Jolly Grant Airport is 37 km from Haridwar, with taxis waiting for arriving flights and daily flights to Delhi.[1]

Tips for Traveling from Dehradun to Haridwar

  • Plan around festivals: Haridwar hosts the Kumbh Mela every 12 years, the Ardh Kumbh every six years and the Kanwar Mela every year in the rainy season.[1] Expect crowds and slower roads on those dates.
  • Arrive for the aarti: The Ganga aarti at Har ki Pauri takes place every day at dusk, so aim to be at the ghat before sunset.[1]
  • Board at the right terminal: Head for Dehradun ISBT, the main bus terminal, not a private bus stand.
  • Carry water: Keep a bottle with you, since the plains are warmer and more humid than Dehradun.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Dehradun to Haridwar?

Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Dehradun to Haridwar, including current prices and schedules.

What is the cheapest way to get from Dehradun to Haridwar?

State buses and trains are the budget options. A taxi costs more but runs door to door.

What is the fastest way to get from Dehradun to Haridwar?

A taxi leaves when you do and goes straight to your hotel, so it is usually the quickest choice if you travel with luggage or in a group.

How long does it take to get from Dehradun to Haridwar?

It is a short trip. Allow extra time on festival days such as the Kanwar Mela, when roads into Haridwar are crowded.

Are there trains from Dehradun to Haridwar?

Yes. Haridwar Railway Station is well connected with Dehradun and trains are frequent.

Where do buses to Haridwar leave from in Dehradun?

Dehradun ISBT is the main bus terminal for Uttarakhand Transport Corporation services.

Sources and background

Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.

  1. [1] Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board: Haridwar. Retrieved October 30, 2026.
  2. [2] Uttarakhand Transport Corporation: Ordinary service routes. Retrieved October 30, 2026.

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