Cities Near Dehradun
Cities near Dehradun, India: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Mussoorie, Rishīkesh, Haridwar. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Dehradun, India is Mussoorie, about 10 mi (16 km) away — roughly 34 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MussoorieThe queen of the hills | 10 mi / 16 km | 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| RishīkeshYoga and the Ganges | 21 mi / 34 km | 41 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| HaridwarA holy city of the Ganges | 27 mi / 43 km | 51 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| RoorkeeCanals and a famous university | 32 mi / 52 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| SahāranpurWoodcraft and gardens | 38 mi / 61 km | 1 hr 8 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Jagādhri | 45 mi / 72 km | 1 hr 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Deoband | 48 mi / 77 km | 1 hr 26 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Najībābād | 52 mi / 84 km | 1 hr 33 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Kīratpur | 57 mi / 92 km | 1 hr 42 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Gangoh | 59 mi / 95 km | 1 hr 46 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Dehradun
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Mussoorie, Rishīkesh, Haridwar, Roorkee, Sahāranpur. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Dehradun include Mussoorie, Rishīkesh, Haridwar, Roorkee, Sahāranpur. The closest is Mussoorie, about 10 miles (16 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.