Haridwar to Mussoorie Road Distance: 90 km · 2.5-3 hours · Cab from ₹2,750
Haridwar → Dehradun → Mussoorie
Hairpins, tea stops and a driver who has done this climb a hundred times.
Cab fare, all inclusive
Distance
90km
Drive time
2.5hrs
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Driving Haridwar to Mussoorie: 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 Haridwar to Mussoorie road is actually like
Short as it is, this journey changes character three times. Out of Haridwar the road runs north through the edge of the Rajaji forest to Raiwala and Doiwala, passing Jolly Grant airport, and elephants cross this section at dawn and dusk so we keep the speed down. Dehradun comes next, flat and green in its bowl of hills, and it is worth breaking on Rajpur Road for a proper meal, because from the top of Rajpur Road the climb starts and there is nothing but chai stalls until the ridge. The thirty-five kilometres up to Mussoorie are all hairpins and blind corners, so a good driver honks at every bend. The Doon Valley opens out below at each turn, and the viewpoint near the Picture Palace end is the one to stop at. In January and February there can be snow on the upper bends and the police hold cars at the bottom until it is cleared. From July to September the hillside sheds mud after heavy rain, so we check the road is open before leaving Haridwar.
How far is Mussoorie from Haridwar?
The distance from Haridwar to Mussoorie is 90 km by road via Dehradun, and the drive takes about 2.5-3 hours. A one-way AC cab starts from ₹2,750 (sedan), with SUV and Tempo Traveller options also available. Toll and state tax are charged extra at actual.
By Road
90 km
Drive Time
2.5-3 hours
Cab From
₹2,750
Fuel (self-drive)
₹643
Haridwar to Mussoorie distance, time & cab fare
- Road distance
- 90 km (56 miles)
- Drive time by cab
- 2.5-3 hours
- Best route / highway
- Dehradun
- AC Sedan cab fare Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 seater
- ₹2,750 (₹11/km)
- Ertiga SUV cab fare Maruti Ertiga · 6 seater
- ₹3,250 (₹15/km)
- Innova Crysta cab fare Toyota Innova Crysta · 7 seater
- ₹3,700 (₹18/km)
- Tempo Traveller cab fare 12-seater AC
- ₹3,950 (₹23/km)
- Approx. fuel cost (self-drive)
- ₹643 one-way
* Cab fares are one-way and include fuel & driver. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
Haridwar to Mussoorie: cab vs train vs bus vs flight
A quick comparison of travel time, cost and comfort for the 90 km journey to help you choose the right mode.
Cab / TaxiRecommended
- Travel Time
- 2.5-3 hours
- Cost
- From ₹2,750
- 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
- 4-4 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 Haridwar to Mussoorie, a private cab offers door-to-door pickup, no fixed timetable and the freedom to stop anywhere en route.
Haridwar to Mussoorie 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 90 km one-way.
Tips from drivers who run this route every week
Best time to travel
March to June, October to November.
Local insider tip
The Dehradun to Mussoorie mountain road has spectacular valley views.
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Haridwar to Mussoorie FAQs
What is the distance from Haridwar to Mussoorie by road?
The road distance from Haridwar to Mussoorie is 90 km via Dehradun, running through Dehradun. That is the driving distance a car actually covers, not the straight-line distance.
How long does it take to drive from Haridwar to Mussoorie?
About 2.5-3 hours via Dehradun 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 Haridwar to Mussoorie cost?
A cab from Haridwar to Mussoorie starts at ₹2,750 for an AC sedan, ₹3,250 for an Ertiga, ₹3,700 for an Innova Crysta and ₹3,950 for a 12-seater Tempo Traveller. At 90 km this is quoted on the 4 hr / 40 km local package, with distance past 40 km added at the per-km rate. Toll and state tax are extra at actual.
Where can you stop between Haridwar and Mussoorie?
Dehradun is the practical halt on this route - the right place for food, fuel and a restroom break on a 2.5-3 hours drive.
Which vehicle is best for the Haridwar to Mussoorie road?
This route includes hill sections, so the vehicle matters more than on a plains run. An Ertiga or Innova Crysta from ₹3,250 handles gradients and hairpins with a full load better than a sedan, and a Tempo Traveller from ₹3,950 is the usual choice for a group. The road-condition notes on this page describe the stretch in detail.
What is the best time to travel from Haridwar to Mussoorie?
March to June, October to November. For the drive itself, starting early leaves you daylight at the Mussoorie end, which matters more than the season on a route like this.
Is a one-way or round-trip cab better from Haridwar to Mussoorie?
For a 90 km run the local package usually covers both legs, so the question is how long you need the car rather than which direction. Hourly retention beats two separate drops if you are returning the same day.
What is the approximate fuel cost from Haridwar to Mussoorie?
Self-driving Haridwar to Mussoorie costs roughly ₹643 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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