Haridwar to Delhi Road Distance: 230 km · 5-6 hours · Cab from ₹3,300
Haridwar → Roorkee → Muzaffarnagar → Meerut → Delhi
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Distance
230km
Drive time
5hrs
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Driving Haridwar to Delhi: 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 Haridwar to Delhi road is actually like
Delhi to Haridwar is 230 km on the Delhi-Meerut Expressway and NH-334, nearly all of it plains driving. The first hour is the fast part, fourteen lanes to Meerut on a FASTag-only expressway. The Muzaffarnagar to Roorkee section is where the timing goes, because sugar mill trucks and cane tractors crawl in the slow lane through the crushing months from November to April. The Ganga canal runs beside the road near Roorkee and the first line of Shivalik hills shows soon after, which is how you know the town is close. The sensible halt is Cheetal Grand near Khatauli around the halfway mark; after that there is little until the tea stalls at the Roorkee IIT roundabout. Winter mornings here are foggy and cold, so if the point of the trip is the evening Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri, leave Delhi after lunch rather than before dawn. In July the Kanwar Yatra fills the highway with pilgrims on foot and the police divert traffic. Parking near the ghats is not realistic; expect a designated lot and a walk.
How far is Delhi from Haridwar?
The distance from Haridwar to Delhi is 230 km by road via NH-334 via Delhi-Meerut Expressway, 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
230 km
Drive Time
5-6 hours
Cab From
₹3,300
Fuel (self-drive)
₹1,643
Haridwar to Delhi distance, time & cab fare
- Road distance
- 230 km (143 miles)
- Drive time by cab
- 5-6 hours
- Best route / highway
- NH-334 via Delhi-Meerut Expressway
- 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)
- ₹1,643 one-way
* Cab fares are one-way and include fuel & driver. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
Haridwar to Delhi: cab vs train vs bus vs flight
A quick comparison of travel time, cost and comfort for the 230 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
- 6-7 hrs
- 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
- Not practical
- Cost
- Highest
- Comfort
- Fastest but airport transfers needed
- Best For
- Long distances, time-critical
For Haridwar to Delhi, 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
₹280
01Roorkee Toll Plaza
- At km
- 50 km
- Toll (car)
- ₹65
02Muzaffarnagar Toll Plaza
- At km
- 100 km
- Toll (car)
- ₹95
03Delhi-Meerut Expressway Toll
- At km
- 195 km
- Toll (car)
- ₹120
Total one-way toll
₹280
* FASTag accepted at all plazas. Rates approximate, may vary. Tolls are billed at actual on your trip.
Haridwar to Delhi 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 230 km one-way.
Tips from drivers who run this route every week
Best time to travel
Year-round.
Local insider tip
Attend morning Ganga Aarti at 5:30 AM, then leave for Delhi.
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Haridwar to Delhi FAQs
What is the distance from Haridwar to Delhi by road?
The road distance from Haridwar to Delhi is approximately 230 km via NH-334 via Delhi-Meerut Expressway. By air the straight-line distance is shorter, but 230 km is the actual driving distance you cover by car, cab or bus.
How long does it take to drive from Haridwar to Delhi?
The drive from Haridwar to Delhi takes approximately 5-6 hours via NH-334 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 Haridwar to Delhi cost?
A cab from Haridwar to Delhi 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 Haridwar to Delhi?
An Ertiga SUV from Haridwar to Delhi starts at ₹4,500 and an Innova Crysta at ₹5,400 for the 230 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 Haridwar to Delhi?
The recommended and fastest route from Haridwar to Delhi is via NH-334 via Delhi-Meerut Expressway. Popular stops en route include Roorkee, Muzaffarnagar, Meerut. 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 Haridwar to Delhi?
Toll charges from Haridwar to Delhi depend on the highway plazas on NH-334 via 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 Haridwar to Delhi?
If you self-drive, expect roughly ₹1,643 in petrol/diesel one-way for Haridwar to Delhi (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 Delhi from Haridwar by train, bus or flight?
Yes — Haridwar to Delhi is connected by road (5-6 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 Haridwar to Delhi?
Year-round. For the smoothest drive, start early in the day to avoid traffic and reach Delhi with daylight to spare.
What are the best stops en route from Haridwar to Delhi?
Popular stops en route include Roorkee, Muzaffarnagar, Meerut. These make convenient halts for food, fuel, restrooms and photos, breaking up the 230 km journey comfortably.
Is a one-way or round-trip cab better from Haridwar to Delhi?
If you only need a single drop, a one-way cab from Haridwar to Delhi 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 Haridwar to Delhi, and is night travel safe?
Triveni Cabs™ offers AC Sedan, SUV (Innova/Ertiga) and 12-seater Tempo Traveller for Haridwar to Delhi, all GPS-tracked with verified drivers. Daytime travel is recommended, but our experienced drivers handle night drives on the NH-334 via Delhi-Meerut Expressway safely too.
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