Haridwar to Mussoorie Distance: Tour Packages, Places to Visit & More.

Want to get away from the holy ghats of Haridwar and head to the misty hills of Mussoorie,? The distance between Haridwar and Mussoorie is around 85 km and our AC taxis take just 2.5-3 hours to cover the distance taking the NH 34-NH 7 route, which is the best route from Haridwar to Mussoorie. Prefer train? Haridwar Junction has an available train every day that takes you to Dehradun, then take a picturesque 35-km drive down a hill to Mussoorie in less than an hour. Whether you want a stress free Haridwar to Mussoorie taxi, a shared cab, or a full weekend package, Vrindavan Mathura Tourism will arrange accommodation door to door trips with comfortable, safe and genuine local experience.

Distance, Route & Travel Information

Haridwar to Mussoorie

Distance & Time:

1. The road distance from Haridwar to Mussoorie is approximately 85 km, and usually takes between 2 to 2.5 hours by automobile via the NH34 → NH7 route - which is our recommended scenic drive with the Ganga-Ghats and mountain view.

Route Highlights

1. Leave Haridwar → Rishikesh Bypass → Shivpuri → Dehradun → ascend to Mussoorie. An optional route by train - Haridwar → Dehradun and then a hill drive of approximately 35 km (under 1-hour drive) to Mussoorie.

Toll Information

1. Anticipate one toll plaza on this route. According to current information there will not be toll charges on the road itself.

Map Plus Directions

1. Utilize Google Maps or your navigation service to follow the route identified as “Haridwar → Mussoorie via Rishikesh Bypass”— it is the most gorgeous route with easy terrain, light traffic, and plenty of opportunities to stop and take photos.

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Road Trip: Haridwar to Mussoorie - Stopovers, Food and Tips

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1. Route Summary

1. Distance of Travel: 82-90 Kilometers
2. Duration of Travel: 2 to 2.5 Hours by Car
3. Best Route to Take: Haridwar --> Rishikesh Bypass --> Shivpuri --> Dehradun --> Mussoorie

2. Stopover Places

1. Rishikesh Bypass Lookout: Ganga views & forest backdrop
2. Shivpuri: Peaceful riverside tea break
3. Kaudiyala/Byasi: Great selfie stop and a breath of fresh air
4. Malsi Deer Park (just outside Dehradun): Small nature break
5. Mussoorie Welcome Point: Impressive view entering from the hills

3. Local Food Stops

1. Chotiwala Dhaba (Rishikesh bypass): Nice, house of strong satvik meals
2. Tea stalls in Shivpuri and Kaudiyala: Scenic stop with chai
3. Rajpur Road (Dehradun): Great clean cafes and snacks before the climb

4. Travel Tips

1. Run early to avoid afternoon traffic in Rishikesh and Dehradun.
2. Pack light, woolens as it could be very cold in Mussoorie
3. Consider booking a taxi with an experienced hill surface driver
4. Carry water, snacks and try and fill up your fuel before the climb.

Mussoorie One-day Tour Itinerary

Pick-Up Haridwar or Nearby Cities (Rishikesh, Dehradun)

Private AC Cabs | Driver-Guides Trained for Hill Driving | Picturesque & Soulful Experience

Morning – The Start of Your Hill Getaway

With a doorstep pick-up (at your hotel, your home, the railway station, or your nearby city of preference: Haridwar, Rishikesh or Dehradun) in an AC cab with an experienced hill driver-guide, the one-day Mussoorie tour you’ve been dreaming about will soon become a real thing.

Morning highlights:

1. Kempty Falls – Your first stop for a photograph of this iconic waterfall and a spray of refreshing water on your skin.
2. Gun Hill Ropeway – Float up to Mussoorie at one of its famous look-out points for a generous 360° view of the Doon Valley and the higher ranges of the Himalayas.

Afternoon – Walk, Shop & Eat:

1. After getting your fill of the views, find more colonial features of Mussoorie.
2. Mall Road Walk - check out the woollen shops, handicrafts, and local candies.
3. Camel's Back Road (optional) - scenic easy walk with unique rock formations and views down the valley.
4. Company Garden (time-permitting) - colourful flower gardens, boating pond, lawn areas family-friendly.
5. Stop for a fulfilling vegetarian lunch at a hill-view café, with hot momos, Maggi, or North-Indian thali.

Late Afternoon - Coffee on Return Drive:

1. Landour Bakehouse or Mall Road Cafe - Fresh pastries or chai with a sunset view of the mountains.
2. Leave Mussoorie around 4:00 PM in order to reach Haridwar (or your drop city) around 7:00 PM, just in time for evening Ganga Aarti or onward connections.

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Top Places to Visit in Haridwar & Mussoorie

Places to Visit In Haridwar

1. Har Ki Pauri

1. The iconic ghat on Ganga River where the evening Ganga Aarti is a spiritual experience. A perfect spectacle of fire, chants, bells, and devotion.

2. Mansa Devi Temple

1. Located on a hill, the Mansa Devi Temple not only provides for ropeway rides but also amazing views of the city.

3. Chandi Devi Temple

1. Another important hilltop sacred temple which is accessible via a ropeway or a trek. Often cited for powerful blessings and feeling of peaceful vibes.

4. Bharat Mata Mandir

1. A multi-storey temple dedicated to the spirit of India. The colossal temple shows Freedom fighters, deities, and national heroes.

5. Daksha Mahadev Temple

1. A historical shiva temple that is registered to the story of Sati and lord Shiva, located short drive from the city center.

6. Local Bazaars & Food

1. Visiting Bara Bazaar at Haridwar for Rudraksha malas, sweets like peda and ghewar, and just sit down for simple satvik thali at Mohan Ji Puri Wale.

Places To Visit In Mussoorie

1. Kempty Falls

1. One of the most popular waterfalls in India. A great place to recharge, take photographs, and wet your toes in cold spring water.

2. Gun Hill Ropeway

1. A short cable car ride providing panoramic views of Himalayan Peaks, Doon Valley - a must do in Mussoorie.

3. Mall Road

1. The crowded area with shops selling loose woolens, handicrafts, local food, and touristy colonial cafes.

4. Camel's Back Road (optional)

1. A peaceful walk or pony ride down this picturesque road with views of the mountains and a rock formation shaped like a camel.

5. Company Garden

1. Great for families with flower beds, a pond for boating, and a small amusements area.

6. Landour Bakehouse (optional café stop)

1. Stop at this quaint European style café that makes great coffee, baked goods and watch the sunset.

7. Mussoorie Lake (if time)

1. Manmade lake where you can try paddle boating or relax and enjoy the view.

Conclusion:

Whether you are escaping from the spiritual chaos of Haridwar or just need a breath of that lovely crisp air in the hills, a weekend road trip to Mussoorie is the stress relief you need. At just 85 km, you can getaway to the Queen of Hills in under 3 hours, with plenty of stopovers, chai stops and views that you can capture while driving.

Let Vrindavan Mathura Tourism arrange your road trip so you never have to drive, whether it is one way taxi, roundtrip cab or custom day package, we make it easy for you. All the back roads and drives experience with our local drivers, AC vehicles prepared for the hills and the generous hospitality that will come naturally.

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