Delhi to Jim Corbett National Park Road Distance: 260 km · 5-6 hours · Cab from ₹3,300
Delhi → Hapur → Moradabad → Kashipur → Ramnagar → Jim Corbett National Park
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Cab fare, all inclusive
Distance
260km
Drive time
5hrs
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Driving Delhi to Jim Corbett National Park: 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.
How far is Jim Corbett National Park from Delhi?
The distance from Delhi to Jim Corbett National Park is 260 km by road via NH-9 via Hapur, Moradabad & Kashipur, 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 National Park distance, time & cab fare
- Road distance
- 260 km (161 miles)
- Drive time by cab
- 5-6 hours
- Best route / highway
- NH-9 via Hapur, Moradabad & Kashipur
- 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 National Park: 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 National Park, a private cab offers door-to-door pickup, no fixed timetable and the freedom to stop anywhere en route.
Delhi to Jim Corbett National Park 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. Core zones close during monsoon (July-September); winter mornings give the best tiger sightings.
Local insider tip
Ramnagar is the booking hub — most resorts are 5-20 km beyond it. Confirm your safari permit and zone before you leave Delhi, and start by 5 AM if you want a same-day afternoon safari.
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Delhi to Jim Corbett National Park FAQs
What is the distance from Delhi to Jim Corbett National Park by road?
The road distance from Delhi to Jim Corbett National Park is 260 km via NH-9 via Hapur, Moradabad & Kashipur, running through Hapur, 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 National Park?
About 5-6 hours via NH-9 via Hapur, Moradabad & Kashipur 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 National Park cost?
A cab from Delhi to Jim Corbett National Park 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 National Park drive broken up?
The route passes Hapur then Moradabad then Kashipur then Ramnagar. On a 5-6 hours journey that is a natural set of stages: take the first break around Hapur before the traffic thins, and plan the longer halt near Kashipur.
When should you avoid travelling from Delhi to Jim Corbett National Park?
November to June. Core zones close during monsoon (July-September); winter mornings give the best tiger sightings. 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 National Park?
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 National Park?
Self-driving Delhi to Jim Corbett National Park 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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