The cheapest taxi option for Delhi to Mussoorie is a Sedan (Maruti Dzire or Toyota Etios) at ₹3,300 for a one-way booking. SUV (Innova/Ertiga) costs ₹4,200 and a 12-seater Tempo Traveller costs ₹6,000. All fares include fuel, driver and AC; tolls and state tax are additional at actual.
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Delhi to Mussoorie
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DelhiMussoorie
290 km · 6-7 hours drive · cab from ₹3,300
Distance
290km
Drive Time
6hrs
Highway
Cab From
₹3,300
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How far is Mussoorie from Delhi by car?
Mussoorie is approximately 290 km from Delhi by road, a drive of about 6-7 hours depending on traffic and stops. The recommended vehicle is a SUV (Innova/Ertiga), and a one-way AC cab starts at ₹3,300 (sedan), ₹4,200 (SUV), or ₹6,000 (tempo). Toll and state tax are extra. Start by 5-6 AM for the smoothest run.
Looking for a Delhi–Mussoorie cab you can trust? The 290 km journey takes about 6-7 hours. A SUV (Innova/Ertiga) is available for solo travellers, families and groups alike. Fares are fixed and all-inclusive — no surge, no hidden charges.
Your Route
Delhi
Delhi to Meerut · 70km · Excellent
Meerut to Muzaffarnagar · 60km · Good
Muzaffarnagar to Roorkee · 50km · Good
Roorkee to Dehradun · 70km · Good
Dehradun to Mussoorie · 35km · Moderate
Mussoorie
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Segment by Segment
The Road Ahead
5 segments · 290 km total
Delhi-Meerut Expressway
Flat farmland drive
Ganges canal belt
Shivalik foothills, Doon Valley approach
Stunning mountain climb, Kempty Falls en route, cloud forest
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Sedan
Swift Dzire / Etios · 4 Seater
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SUV
Innova Crysta / Ertiga · 6-7 Seater
Tempo Traveller
12-Seater AC · 12 Seater
When to Go
Seasonal Road Conditions
Winter Driving Conditions
Dec — Feb
Snow likely Jan-Feb on Mussoorie roads. Lal Tibba and Dhanaulti get heavy snow. Carry chains.
Driving Tips
1
The 35 km Dehradun-Mussoorie climb has blind curves — honk at every turn and stay in your lane
2
Kempty Falls is 15 km before Mussoorie — good stop but crowded on weekends
3
Mall Road in Mussoorie is vehicle-free — drop luggage at hotel first, then park below
4
Night driving to Mussoorie is very scenic but risky — prefer daylight hours
5
Gun Hill ropeway closes by 7 PM — plan accordingly if it is on your list
Food Stops
1Meerut (70 km)
2Muzaffarnagar (130 km)
3Dehradun (255 km)
4Kempty Falls area (275 km)
Best Car for This Trip
We recommend SUV (Innova/Ertiga) for the Delhi to Mussoorie drive. Mountain roads and luggage space make SUVs ideal.
Fuel Planning
5 fuel stations along the route. Well-spaced stations. Fill up once mid-route for a comfortable buffer.
The Delhi to Mussoorie road trip by the numbers
Distance, driving time, fuel stop counts and indicative fares verified weekly against our drivers' actual route runs.
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The single biggest mistake first-time road-trippers make on Delhi–Manali is not stopping at Mandi for lunch. Plan your fuel and food stops in advance — it cuts your real travel time by an hour because you're not hunting for somewhere on the way.
Pankaj Singh Gaur
Founder & CEO, Triveni Cabs
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Verified against these sources
Verified against official tourism, transport and weather data. We refresh these sources quarterly.
- GOVNational Highways Authority of India (NHAI)— official toll plaza, FASTag and national-highway data(nhai.gov.in)
- GOVParivahan Seva (Ministry of Road Transport)— official commercial vehicle permit and tax portal(parivahan.gov.in)
- GOVUttarakhand Tourism— official Uttarakhand tourism board (Dehradun, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Mussoorie, Nainital, Char Dham)(uttarakhandtourism.gov.in)
- GOVDelhi Tourism— official Delhi tourism board(delhitourism.gov.in)
- REFDelhi International Airport (DIAL)— official IGI Airport terminal, flight and pickup information(newdelhiairport.in)
Quick Answer
How far is Mussoorie from Delhi by car?
Mussoorie is approximately 290 km from Delhi by road. The drive takes around 6-7 hours depending on traffic, road conditions, and stops. Starting early (5-6 AM) is recommended for the best experience.
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Delhi to Mussoorie Road Trip FAQs
Mussoorie is approximately 290 km from Delhi by road. The drive takes around 6-7 hours depending on traffic, road conditions, and stops. Starting early (5-6 AM) is recommended for the best experience.
The Delhi to Mussoorie drive takes about 6-7 hours for the 290 km journey, including short breaks. Early-morning departures avoid city traffic and, on hill routes, let you cover the mountain stretches in daylight.
For the Delhi to Mussoorie drive, a SUV (Innova/Ertiga) is recommended. For families, an SUV like Innova/Ertiga offers more space and comfort. Solo travellers or couples can opt for a sedan like Swift Dzire.
A cab from Delhi to Mussoorie starts at ₹3,300 for an AC Sedan (₹11/km). SUV starts at ₹4,200 (₹14/km). Tempo Traveller at ₹6,000 (₹20/km). Toll and state tax extra.
The recommended driving route from Delhi to Mussoorie follows the main national highways and expressways for the smoothest, fastest journey across 290 km. Our drivers know the optimal route, real-time diversions, and the cleanest rest stops along the way.
Yes, the Delhi to Mussoorie route is generally safe with well-maintained highways for most stretches. However, mountain sections (if any) require careful driving. We recommend experienced drivers for hill routes, especially during monsoon and winter.
Popular food stops on the Delhi to Mussoorie route include highway dhabas and restaurants at major towns en route. Our drivers know the best clean and hygienic food stops. We recommend stopping every 2-3 hours for refreshments.
October to March is generally the most comfortable window for the Delhi to Mussoorie drive, with pleasant weather and clear roads. Avoid peak monsoon on hill routes due to landslide risk, and start at 5-6 AM year-round to beat traffic and heat.
A one-way cab from Delhi to Mussoorie is cheapest if you are not returning, saving up to 50% versus round-trip. Choose round-trip if you plan to come back within a day or two and want the same driver and vehicle waiting for you.
There are several fuel stations and rest stops spaced along the Delhi to Mussoorie highway. On remote or hill stretches, pumps thin out, so our drivers top up the tank in advance and plan rest breaks every 2-3 hours.
Yes, Triveni Cabs offers both one-way and round-trip cab service from Delhi to Mussoorie. One-way booking saves up to 50% compared to round-trip. Call 7668570551 or WhatsApp for instant quotes.
Driving from Delhi to Mussoorie gives door-to-door convenience, luggage freedom, and the ability to stop at sights and dhabas en route — ideal for families and groups. A train or flight may be faster for very long distances, but loses the flexibility and scenic experience of a road trip. A chauffeur cab removes driving fatigue while keeping all the road-trip benefits.
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