Delhi to Meerut Road Distance: 70 km · 1-1.5 hours · Cab from ₹2,530
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Distance
70km
Drive time
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Driving Delhi to Meerut: what this corridor is like
Expressway-first routing
Delhi–Meerut, Dwarka and Yamuna expressways change the drive time by an hour; the driver picks the one that is open, not the one on the map.
Airport and terminal exact
IGI T1, T2, T3, Jewar and Hindon each have their own pickup zone and fare; the booking names the terminal so nobody circles.
Night and early-morning runs
The NCR fleet runs 24×7 with no night surcharge — the same fare at 3 AM as at 3 PM.
What the Delhi to Meerut road is actually like
Delhi to Meerut has no hills, no halts and no excuse for taking long. You join the Delhi-Meerut Expressway near Sarai Kale Khan, pass Akshardham on the left and cross into Uttar Pradesh at UP Gate in Ghaziabad, where the shared carriageway with the Hapur road is at its widest, fourteen lanes across. At Dasna the expressway peels away northwards and the traffic thins at once; from there to Partapur on the edge of Meerut it is access-controlled and very quick. There is a single toll plaza and it is FASTag only, so keep the tag funded, because there is no cash lane to fall back on. Two things slow this drive: the Delhi exits between nine and eleven in the morning and again after six in the evening, and the winter fog. In late December and January the fog over the western UP fields sits on the expressway till mid-morning, so leave after ten and hold the middle lanes. Meerut is also where the roads to Haridwar, Rishikesh and Dehradun begin.
How far is Meerut from Delhi?
The distance from Delhi to Meerut is 70 km by road via Delhi-Meerut Expressway, and the drive takes about 1-1.5 hours. A one-way AC cab starts from ₹2,530 (sedan), with SUV and Tempo Traveller options also available. Toll and state tax are charged extra at actual.
By Road
70 km
Drive Time
1-1.5 hours
Cab From
₹2,530
Fuel (self-drive)
₹500
Delhi to Meerut distance, time & cab fare
- Road distance
- 70 km (43 miles)
- Drive time by cab
- 1-1.5 hours
- Best route / highway
- Delhi-Meerut Expressway
- AC Sedan cab fare Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 seater
- ₹2,530 (₹11/km)
- Ertiga SUV cab fare Maruti Ertiga · 6 seater
- ₹2,950 (₹15/km)
- Innova Crysta cab fare Toyota Innova Crysta · 7 seater
- ₹3,340 (₹18/km)
- Tempo Traveller cab fare 12-seater AC
- ₹3,490 (₹23/km)
- Approx. fuel cost (self-drive)
- ₹500 one-way
* Cab fares are one-way and include fuel & driver. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
Delhi to Meerut: cab vs train vs bus vs flight
A quick comparison of travel time, cost and comfort for the 70 km journey to help you choose the right mode.
Cab / TaxiRecommended
- Travel Time
- 1-1.5 hours
- Cost
- From ₹2,530
- Comfort
- Door-to-door, private, flexible stops
- Best For
- Families, groups, comfort
Train
- Travel Time
- 2-1 hrs
- Cost
- Budget (subject to availability)
- Comfort
- Fixed timing, station-to-station
- Best For
- Solo budget travellers
Bus
- Travel Time
- 2-2 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 Meerut, a private cab offers door-to-door pickup, no fixed timetable and the freedom to stop anywhere en route.
Toll plazas on this route
Total toll
₹120
01Delhi-Meerut Expressway Toll
- At km
- 35 km
- Toll (car)
- ₹120
Total one-way toll
₹120
* FASTag accepted at all plazas. Rates approximate, may vary. Tolls are billed at actual on your trip.
Delhi to Meerut 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 70 km one-way.
Tips from drivers who run this route every week
Best time to travel
Year-round.
Local insider tip
Meerut is famous for sports goods manufacturing. Quick day trip from Delhi.
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Delhi to Meerut FAQs
What is the distance from Delhi to Meerut by road?
The road distance from Delhi to Meerut is approximately 70 km via Delhi-Meerut Expressway. By air the straight-line distance is shorter, but 70 km is the actual driving distance you cover by car, cab or bus.
How long does it take to drive from Delhi to Meerut?
The drive from Delhi to Meerut takes approximately 1-1.5 hours via Delhi-Meerut Expressway 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 Meerut cost?
A cab from Delhi to Meerut starts at ₹2,530 for an AC sedan (Swift Dzire/Etios). An Ertiga SUV starts at ₹2,950, an Innova Crysta at ₹3,340, and a 12-seater Tempo Traveller from ₹3,490. At 70 km this is a local trip, so it is quoted on our 4 hr / 40 km package rather than the outstation minimum — distance beyond 40 km is added at the per-km rate. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
What is the cab fare for an SUV or Innova from Delhi to Meerut?
An Ertiga SUV from Delhi to Meerut starts at ₹2,950 and an Innova Crysta at ₹3,340 for the 70 km trip. These fares use our 4 hr / 40 km local package, with extra distance billed at ₹15/km for Ertiga and ₹18/km for Innova. 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 Meerut?
The recommended and fastest route from Delhi to Meerut is via Delhi-Meerut Expressway. It is a short, direct route with few major halts. 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 Meerut?
Toll charges from Delhi to Meerut depend on the highway plazas on Delhi-Meerut Expressway 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 Meerut?
If you self-drive, expect roughly ₹500 in petrol/diesel one-way for Delhi to Meerut (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 Meerut from Delhi by train, bus or flight?
Yes — Delhi to Meerut is connected by road (1-1.5 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 Meerut?
Year-round. For the smoothest drive, start early in the day to avoid traffic and reach Meerut with daylight to spare.
What are the best stops en route from Delhi to Meerut?
It is a short, direct route with few major halts. These make convenient halts for food, fuel, restrooms and photos, breaking up the 70 km journey comfortably.
Is a one-way or round-trip cab better from Delhi to Meerut?
If you only need a single drop, a one-way cab from Delhi to Meerut 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 Meerut, and is night travel safe?
Triveni Cabs™ offers AC Sedan, SUV (Innova/Ertiga) and 12-seater Tempo Traveller for Delhi to Meerut, all GPS-tracked with verified drivers. Daytime travel is recommended, but our experienced drivers handle night drives on the Delhi-Meerut Expressway safely too.
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