Dehradun to Uttarkashi: Distance, Routes, Bus & Airport Taxi
Two good roads connect Dehradun to Uttarkashi: the main highway via Rishikesh and the scenic hill road via Mussoorie. Here is how they compare, plus buses and airport transfers.
Two routes compared
| Route | Distance (approx.) | Time | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Via Rishikesh and NH-34 (Chamba, Chinyalisaur) | About 170–190 km | 6–7 hours | Wider road, best in the monsoon, from Jolly Grant airport |
| Via Mussoorie and Suwakholi to Chinyalisaur | About 145–160 km | 5.5–6.5 hours | Scenic, shorter from Dehradun city, narrower road |
Route 1: via Rishikesh (main highway)
From Dehradun, drive to Rishikesh, then climb NH-34 through Chamba and along the Tehri lake to Chinyalisaur and Dharasu, then up the Bhagirathi to Uttarkashi. It is the route most taxis and buses use and the safer choice in rain. If you land at Jolly Grant airport, this is the natural way: the airport is about 170 km from our resort.
Route 2: via Mussoorie (scenic)
From Dehradun city, climb to Mussoorie, then take the road past Suwakholi and down towards Chinyalisaur, where it joins NH-34. It is shorter on the map and very pretty, with forests and long views, but the road is narrower and slower. Avoid it in heavy rain or snow.
By bus
Uttarakhand Roadways buses run from Dehradun ISBT towards Uttarkashi, mostly in the morning. You can also take a bus to Rishikesh and change there. Buses take 7–8 hours.
From Jolly Grant airport
Pre-paid and app taxis are available at the airport. For the smoothest arrival, ask us to book a pickup to the resort. Plan flights that land by early afternoon so you finish the hill drive before dark.
Tips
- Drive the hills in daylight and keep a spare day in July and August.
- In winter, check snow on the Mussoorie–Suwakholi road before choosing that route.
- Carry snacks and water; the stretch after Chinyalisaur has fewer stops.
See also Rishikesh to Uttarkashi and Delhi to Uttarkashi.
Where to stay
Shiv Parivar Resort is on the banks of the Bhagirathi at Bhareti Chungi, New Bypass Road, 3 km before Uttarkashi town on the Gangotri highway. We have 18 river-facing rooms, a pure vegetarian kitchen, free morning yoga and a Shiva temple on site. Rooms start from ₹5,500 per night depending on season. See rooms or read our places to visit in Uttarkashi guide.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Uttarkashi from Dehradun?
Roughly 145 to 190 km depending on the route: shorter via Mussoorie, longer but easier via Rishikesh and NH-34.
How long does it take from Dehradun to Uttarkashi?
About 5.5 to 7 hours by car depending on the route and traffic.
How far is Jolly Grant airport from Uttarkashi?
About 170 km from Shiv Parivar Resort, around 6 hours by road.
Which route is better, via Mussoorie or via Rishikesh?
Via Rishikesh is wider and safer in rain. Via Mussoorie is shorter and more scenic in good weather.