Getting There
The state of Uttaranchal offers resources
unique in the world.Uttaranchal is one the India's smallest states and yet one of the most sought-after destinations. It offers resources unique in the world.Its spectacular natural beauty, salubrious climate, places of pilgrimages, abundant wildlife, and beautiful countryside -all these unite to make Uttaranchal a sizzling travel destination.
Uttaranchal is a major travel destination for tourists in search of eternal peace, for a change from their usual way of life, to live life on extremes and as pilgrims. If you are planning to tour Uttaranchal, the state is easily accessible by air, rail and road.
By Air
Jolly Grant near Dehradun, the capital city, is the only airport. There are regular flights to Delhi by Indian Airlines. Otherwise, you can travel to Delhi by road or rail and then catch a flight to your onward destination.
By Rail
Dehradun, Haridwar, and Kathgodam are the major railway stations connected to the rest of the country by regular trains. Within the state, railway lines are fewer due to the difficult terrains. To visit places at higher altitudes, trekking and road routes are the best options.
By Road
All-weather metalled roads connect almost all the important places in the state.Many places in the higher altitudes may still remain inaccessible for some time during the year due to landslides and snowfall. National Highways such as 58, 73, 74, and 87 connect places in the state to other parts of the country.
Regular bus services connect Delhi and other major centres in North India with Dehradun. The road distances of some prominent destinations from Dehradun are as follows: Musoorie, 35 km; Delhi, 255 km; Mumbai, 1927 km; Chennai, 2488 km; Haridwar, 54 km; Rishikesh, 43 km; Shimla, 221 km; Nainital, 485 km; Kedarnath, 270 km; Badrinath, 344 km; Gangotri, 301 km; Yamunotri, 265 km; Chakrata, 92 km; Corbett National Park, 236 km; Har-Ki-dun, 187 km; Valley of Flowers and Hemkund, 342 km.