Delhi to Jim Corbett Road Distance: 260 km · 5-6 hours · Cab from ₹3,300
Delhi → Ghaziabad → Moradabad → Kashipur → Ramnagar → Jim Corbett
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Distance
260km
Drive time
5hrs
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Driving Delhi to Jim Corbett: what this corridor is like
Hill-trained drivers
Every driver on this corridor has logged the climb in all four seasons and carries chains from December to February.
Start before sunrise
Leaving by 5 AM clears the plains before traffic and puts you on the ghat section in daylight, which is the whole point of a road trip here.
Permits and stops handled
Rohtang, Atal Tunnel timings, Kufri parking, Kempty falls — the driver knows which need a permit and which are worth the detour.
What the Delhi to Corbett road is actually like
The Delhi to Corbett road is plains driving from start to finish, and the only thing that changes is how green it gets. You leave on NH-9 through Ghaziabad and Hapur, and the first proper halt is Gajraula, where the dhabas are set up for exactly this traffic and a breakfast stop costs you twenty minutes well spent. Moradabad is the halfway mark and the last big town; after it you turn off the main highway towards Kashipur and the road narrows through sugarcane and flat terai country. Kashipur to Ramnagar is short, and past the Kosi barrage at Ramnagar the resorts begin along the river towards Dhikuli. Fill the tank at Ramnagar, because there is nothing inside the forest. The road itself never troubles a sedan; what troubles it is the winter fog. From late December into January the Gajraula to Moradabad section can sit under fog until mid morning, so a very early start gains you nothing. Between July and September the main safari zones are shut for the rains, and the road is quiet.
How far is Jim Corbett from Delhi?
The distance from Delhi to Jim Corbett is 260 km by road via NH-9 via Moradabad, and the drive takes about 5-6 hours. A one-way AC cab starts from ₹3,300 (sedan), with SUV and Tempo Traveller options also available. Toll and state tax are charged extra at actual.
By Road
260 km
Drive Time
5-6 hours
Cab From
₹3,300
Fuel (self-drive)
₹1,857
Delhi to Jim Corbett distance, time & cab fare
- Road distance
- 260 km (161 miles)
- Drive time by cab
- 5-6 hours
- Best route / highway
- NH-9 via Moradabad
- AC Sedan cab fare Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 seater
- ₹3,300 (₹11/km)
- Ertiga SUV cab fare Maruti Ertiga · 6 seater
- ₹4,500 (₹15/km)
- Innova Crysta cab fare Toyota Innova Crysta · 7 seater
- ₹5,400 (₹18/km)
- Tempo Traveller cab fare 12-seater AC
- ₹6,900 (₹23/km)
- Approx. fuel cost (self-drive)
- ₹1,857 one-way
* Cab fares are one-way and include fuel & driver. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
Delhi to Jim Corbett: cab vs train vs bus vs flight
A quick comparison of travel time, cost and comfort for the 260 km journey to help you choose the right mode.
Cab / TaxiRecommended
- Travel Time
- 5-6 hours
- Cost
- From ₹3,300
- Comfort
- Door-to-door, private, flexible stops
- Best For
- Families, groups, comfort
Train
- Travel Time
- Nearest railhead + timetable
- Cost
- Budget (subject to availability)
- Comfort
- Fixed timing, station-to-station
- Best For
- Solo budget travellers
Bus
- Travel Time
- 6-8 hrs
- Cost
- Most economical
- Comfort
- Shared, fixed stops
- Best For
- Backpackers, low budget
Flight
- Travel Time
- Nearest airport + transfers
- Cost
- Highest
- Comfort
- Fastest leg, transfers both ends
- Best For
- Long distances, time-critical
For Delhi to Jim Corbett, a private cab offers door-to-door pickup, no fixed timetable and the freedom to stop anywhere en route.
Delhi to Jim Corbett cab fare
Fuel and driver included · Tolls and taxes extra
Sedan
Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 Seater
Ertiga SUV
Maruti Ertiga · 6 Seater
Innova Crysta
Toyota Innova Crysta · 7 Seater
Tempo Traveller
12-Seater AC · 12 Seater
* Toll & state tax extra at actual. Fares based on 260 km one-way.
Tips from drivers who run this route every week
Best time to travel
November to June. Park closed during monsoon (July-September). Winter is best for tiger sighting.
Local insider tip
Book safari permits in advance. Bijrani and Dhikala zones are best for tiger sighting.
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Delhi to Jim Corbett FAQs
What is the distance from Delhi to Jim Corbett by road?
The road distance from Delhi to Jim Corbett is 260 km via NH-9 via Moradabad, running through Ghaziabad, Moradabad, Kashipur. That is the driving distance a car actually covers, not the straight-line distance.
How long does it take to drive from Delhi to Jim Corbett?
About 5-6 hours via NH-9 via Moradabad in normal traffic. Starting at 5-6 AM clears the city before it fills and usually saves most of an hour against a 9 AM departure.
How much does a cab from Delhi to Jim Corbett cost?
A cab from Delhi to Jim Corbett starts at ₹3,300 for an AC sedan, ₹4,500 for an Ertiga, ₹5,400 for an Innova Crysta and ₹6,900 for a 12-seater Tempo Traveller. Outstation trips are billed on a 300 km per day minimum. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
How is the Delhi to Jim Corbett drive broken up?
The route passes Ghaziabad then Moradabad then Kashipur then Ramnagar. On a 5-6 hours journey that is a natural set of stages: take the first break around Ghaziabad before the traffic thins, and plan the longer halt near Kashipur.
When should you avoid travelling from Delhi to Jim Corbett?
November to June. Park closed during monsoon (July-September). Winter is best for tiger sighting. Those windows are about the road rather than the forecast - a closed or damaged stretch changes the journey time, not just the comfort. Confirm conditions before booking in the months named above.
Is a one-way or round-trip cab better from Delhi to Jim Corbett?
A one-way cab is cheaper when you only need the drop - you do not pay for the empty return. Choose a round trip when you want the same car and driver waiting, which is normally better value for a same-day return on a 5-6 hours route.
What is the approximate fuel cost from Delhi to Jim Corbett?
Self-driving Delhi to Jim Corbett costs roughly ₹1,857 in fuel one way at about 14 km/l. A Triveni cab includes fuel in the fare, so toll and state tax are the only extras.
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