Delhi to Lansdowne: A Complete Travel Route Map and Guide

Thick with oak and pine forests and sitting at the height of 1700 m in the Himalayas is the quaint little hill station named Lansdowne in Pauri, Uttarakhand. For Delhiites, when it comes to visiting hill stations, the top cities on their list are Manali and Mussoorie. But Lansdowne remains one of the places that are visited by comparatively fewer people. This makes it one of the towns that haven’t been properly explored, especially by Delhiites. Endowed with the beauty of nature and many must-visit places, Lansdowne is a town that you should visit at least once, even if it’s just for a weekend. It is clean, beautiful, and is home to the Garhwal Rifles of the Indian Army. And travelling from Delhi to Lansdowne is easy as well. You can travel by road, air, or rail and you will soon find yourself in one of the most beautiful towns in the Himalayas. Looking for a relaxing weekend getaway from Delhi? Consider travelling to Lansdowne. And if you are wondering how you can travel from Delhi to Lansdowne, here is a map guide for you.

Map Guide: Delhi to Lansdowne

You can travel from Delhi to Lansdowne via road, air, or rail.

By Road

You can travel from Delhi to Lansdowne by road via bus or driving. The total distance between Delhi and Lansdowne is approximately 280 Km. It’s a 6-8 hours’ drive. Start your journey by travelling to Ghaziabad, followed by Modinagar, and then Meerut.  Continue your drive from there to Khatauli, Miranpur, Bijnor, to Najibabad. From there, head towards Kotdwara and then Dogadda. From Dogadda, take right from the T-junction on the Lansdowne Road. The road will take you to Pauri, where Lansdowne is.

If you are not driving, you can also book a Delhi to Lansdowne bus that travels from Kashmiri Gate ISBT.

By Air

Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun is the nearest airport for Lansdowne. The hill station is only 148 Km from the airport. Exit the airport and take a cab directly to Lansdowne.

By Rail

Travelling from Delhi to Lansdowne by train is also easy. Lansdowne is only 40kms from there. You can take a bus or a cab to Lansdowne from there.

Or, to make it easy and convenient for yourself, book a Uttarakhand tour package with Veena World to reach Lansdowne without any hassle and enjoy your time there to the fullest.

Now that you know how easy to cover the distance from Delhi to Lansdowne, which are the places that you should visit once you’re there. Here they are:

Must-Visit Places in Lansdowne

Tip n Top

If you are a fan of camping, Tip N Top is just the place for you. It is one of the popular camping sites in Lansdowne. Further, it’s great for sightseeing. If you want to experience what it’s like to be at the height of 1700 metres and gaze at the world below, you can get that opportunity at Tip N Top. Observe the expansive and mesmerising Garhwal hills from the spot. Whether you want to take out your phone and click photos or keep it in your pocket and embrace nature, that’s up to you. Regardless, Tip n Top will give you an experience that you will take home and remember forever. Nothing beats the feeling of being at Tip N Top and observe the world below amidst all the rising mountains.

Snow Point

One of the reasons why many love to travel to hill stations is that they get to go on long hikes. There is no shortage of hiking trails in Lansdowne, either. From Snow Point, you can choose your hike based on how much time you have at hand. If you have a few hours, you can choose one of the short trails. And if you have 2-3 days, you can choose the longest hiking trail. Further, Snow Point offers one of the most majestic views of Lansdowne and all the nearby towns. If you are a fan of hiking, reach Snow Point as soon as possible after travelling from Delhi to Lansdowne.

Kalagarh Tiger Reserve

For the wildlife buffs, Kalagarh Tiger Reserve is a place that you should not miss in Lansdowne. If you are covering the Delhi to Lansdowne route and not visiting Kalagarh Tiger Reserve, you will be missing out on something. As the name suggests, you can see the most dangerous animal of the jungle live in action. Spanning over 300 acres, not only can you see tigers here, but also barking deer, porcupines, hog deer, and many other wild animals. It’s the perfect place to visit for those who love the wildlife.

Darwan Singh Museum

Lansdowne is not only replete with scenic places, hiking trails, and a tiger reserve, it also has a museum dedicated to the Garhwal Rifles. Lansdowne is home to the Garwhal Rifles of the Indian Army. In Darwan Singh Museum, you can watch and read the entire history of Garwhal rifles through photos, uniforms, and texts. The best part is that some of the best cottages in Lansdowne are located not far away from Darwan Singh Museum. So you do not have to travel a long distance to travel to the museum. Whenever you have some time at your hand, pay a visit to the museum. Although, we suggest that you take out some time to visit and explore the museum properly.

War Memorial

Darwan Singh Museum is not the only place in Lansdowne dedicated to the Garwhal Rifles. If you want to know about the history of the Garwhal Regiment, everything that it has achieved for India, and the sacrifices made by its soldiers for their country, visit War Memorial. War Memorial commemorates the soldiers who have given their lives for this country. It is considered one of the best places to visit in Lansdowne.

Tarkeshwar Mahadev Temple

No town in India is complete without an ancient temple. In Lansdowne, it is Takeshwar Mahadev Temple. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Here you will get to hear the story of how the Demon Tarkasur meditated here to be granted boons from Lord Shiva, and what happened with him when Lord Shiva finally heard his prayers. You will also see the beautiful Deoder trees surrounding the temple. A visit to the temple will refresh your soul. You will feel like you have stepped into another world altogether.

Lansdowne Trip Travel Café

Your visit to Lansdowne will always stay incomplete till you visit the Lansdowne Trip Travel Café. The café is known for its ambience, and here, it will be like you have stepped into another decade itself. Lansdowne Trip Travel Café is known for its retro vibes and it is one of the popular places to relax and eat some finger-licking delicious food. Travel here with your family, partner, or friends you will return home with loads of memories.

Lansdowne is one of the places that you can never get enough of. Visit Lansdowne once and you will want to visit it again and again. And now that you know the route to Lansdowne from Delhi, book your tour package today.