Delhi to Lansdowne Road Distance: 270 km · 6-7 hours · Cab from ₹3,300
Delhi → Meerut → Bijnor → Kotdwar → Lansdowne
Hairpins, tea stops and a driver who has done this climb a hundred times.
Cab fare, all inclusive
Distance
270km
Drive time
6hrs
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Driving Delhi to Lansdowne: 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 Lansdowne road is actually like
Delhi to Lansdowne is two roads in one. The first is the plains run out of Ghaziabad on the Delhi-Meerut Expressway, quick if you are on it before the morning rush, then the slower state highway through the sugarcane belt of western UP, where in the crushing months from November to March tractor trolleys piled high with cane crawl along the edge and cut everyone's speed. Cheetal Grand at Khatauli is the halt for breakfast and a clean washroom; after that it is Bijnor, Najibabad and a pause at the Sidhbali Baba temple outside Kotdwar. Draw cash at Kotdwar, because there is no ATM in Lansdowne. The second road begins at Kotdwar: forty kilometres of proper ghat through Dugadda, narrow, twisting, with sections that have no parapet, first through sal and then into oak and pine as the air cools. We take it in daylight. In July and August small slips can close the road for hours; in January the mornings are misty and the cantonment sits close to freezing, though snow is rare.
How far is Lansdowne from Delhi?
The distance from Delhi to Lansdowne is 270 km by road via NH-334 via Kotdwar, and the drive takes about 6-7 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
270 km
Drive Time
6-7 hours
Cab From
₹3,300
Fuel (self-drive)
₹1,929
Delhi to Lansdowne distance, time & cab fare
- Road distance
- 270 km (168 miles)
- Drive time by cab
- 6-7 hours
- Best route / highway
- NH-334 via Kotdwar
- 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)
- ₹1,929 one-way
* Cab fares are one-way and include fuel & driver. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
Delhi to Lansdowne: cab vs train vs bus vs flight
A quick comparison of travel time, cost and comfort for the 270 km journey to help you choose the right mode.
Cab / TaxiRecommended
- Travel Time
- 6-7 hours
- Cost
- From ₹3,300
- Comfort
- Door-to-door, private, flexible stops
- Best For
- Families, groups, comfort
Train
- Travel Time
- 7-8 hrs
- Cost
- Budget (subject to availability)
- Comfort
- Fixed timing, station-to-station
- Best For
- Solo budget travellers
Bus
- Travel Time
- 7-9 hrs
- Cost
- Most economical
- Comfort
- Shared, fixed stops
- Best For
- Backpackers, low budget
Flight
- Travel Time
- Not practical
- Cost
- Highest
- Comfort
- Fastest but airport transfers needed
- Best For
- Long distances, time-critical
For Delhi to Lansdowne, a private cab offers door-to-door pickup, no fixed timetable and the freedom to stop anywhere en route.
Delhi to Lansdowne 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 270 km one-way.
Tips from drivers who run this route every week
Best time to travel
March to June and September to November. Less crowded alternative to Mussoorie.
Local insider tip
Lansdowne is a quiet cantonment hill station. Tip N Top viewpoint offers Himalayan panorama.
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Delhi to Lansdowne FAQs
What is the distance from Delhi to Lansdowne by road?
The road distance from Delhi to Lansdowne is approximately 270 km via NH-334 via Kotdwar. By air the straight-line distance is shorter, but 270 km is the actual driving distance you cover by car, cab or bus.
How long does it take to drive from Delhi to Lansdowne?
The drive from Delhi to Lansdowne takes approximately 6-7 hours via NH-334 via Kotdwar in normal traffic. Starting early morning (5-6 AM) helps you avoid city congestion and reduces total travel time.
How much does a cab from Delhi to Lansdowne cost?
A cab from Delhi to Lansdowne starts at ₹3,300 for an AC sedan (Swift Dzire/Etios). An Ertiga SUV starts at ₹4,500, an Innova Crysta at ₹5,400, and a 12-seater Tempo Traveller from ₹6,900. Outstation trips are billed on a 300 km per day minimum. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
What is the cab fare for an SUV or Innova from Delhi to Lansdowne?
An Ertiga SUV from Delhi to Lansdowne starts at ₹4,500 and an Innova Crysta at ₹5,400 for the 270 km trip. The published rates are ₹15/km for Ertiga and ₹18/km for Innova, with the outstation minimum applied. Ertiga seats 6 passengers and Innova seats 7; both are options for families and hill or rough-road sections.
What is the best route from Delhi to Lansdowne?
The recommended and fastest route from Delhi to Lansdowne is via NH-334 via Kotdwar. Popular stops en route include Meerut, Bijnor, Kotdwar. Our drivers know all alternative routes and pick the optimal path based on live traffic, road work and weather.
How much toll do you pay from Delhi to Lansdowne?
Toll charges from Delhi to Lansdowne depend on the highway plazas on NH-334 via Kotdwar and are paid at actual via FASTag. The driver handles all toll payments and they are added transparently to your final bill — there are no hidden charges.
What is the approximate fuel cost from Delhi to Lansdowne?
If you self-drive, expect roughly ₹1,929 in petrol/diesel one-way for Delhi to Lansdowne (based on about 14 km/l). Booking a Triveni cab includes fuel in the fare, so you only pay toll and state tax extra.
Can I reach Lansdowne from Delhi by train, bus or flight?
Yes — Delhi to Lansdowne is connected by road (6-7 hours by cab), and most major routes also have trains and state/private buses. A private cab is the most flexible option with door-to-door pickup, no fixed timing and freedom to stop en route.
What is the best time to travel from Delhi to Lansdowne?
March to June and September to November. Less crowded alternative to Mussoorie. For the smoothest drive, start early in the day to avoid traffic and reach Lansdowne with daylight to spare.
What are the best stops en route from Delhi to Lansdowne?
Popular stops en route include Meerut, Bijnor, Kotdwar. These make convenient halts for food, fuel, restrooms and photos, breaking up the 270 km journey comfortably.
Is a one-way or round-trip cab better from Delhi to Lansdowne?
If you only need a single drop, a one-way cab from Delhi to Lansdowne is cheaper because you do not pay for the return run. Choose a round trip when you want the same car and driver to wait and bring you back — it works out economical for same-day return.
What vehicles are available for Delhi to Lansdowne, and is night travel safe?
Triveni Cabs™ offers AC Sedan, SUV (Innova/Ertiga) and 12-seater Tempo Traveller for Delhi to Lansdowne, all GPS-tracked with verified drivers. Daytime travel is recommended, but our experienced drivers handle night drives on the NH-334 via Kotdwar safely too.
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