Getting There & Away: Mussoorie

Air Travel

Airport & Flight Connections

Jolly Grant Airport (DED), Dehradun, is the nearest commercial airport to Mussoorie, approximately 60 km away. It serves as the main air gateway. Domestic carriers like IndiGo, Vistara, SpiceJet, Air India, and Alliance Air operate flights to Dehradun. Routes connect Dehradun to major Indian cities: Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, and Lucknow. No direct international flights reach Dehradun. International travelers typically fly into a major Indian international airport first (e.g., Delhi, Mumbai), then take a domestic connecting flight to Dehradun.

Airport Info

Jolly Grant Airport (DED) is the closest.
Domestic flights connect to major Indian cities.
No direct international flights to DED; connect via Delhi (DEL) or Mumbai (BOM).

Seasonal Prices & Airport Transfers

Flight prices to Dehradun often increase during peak tourist seasons (May-June, Oct-Nov, major holidays, Indian festivals). Booking well in advance is a recommendation. Jolly Grant Airport has basic but sufficient facilities: food stalls, ATMs, car rental counters, and pre-paid taxi booths. For transfers, a pre-paid taxi from DED to Mussoorie is the most convenient: ₹1,800-₹2,500, 1.5-2 hours. Private taxis offer flexibility. A shared taxi/bus via Dehradun city is budget-friendly but involves more time and transfers (approx. ₹300-₹500 total).

Transfer Options

Prices surge in peak season; book flights early.
Pre-paid taxi from DED to Mussoorie: most direct.
Shared taxi/bus via Dehradun city: more economical.

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Car Rental

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Land Transportation

Train & Bus Connections

Nearest Major Railway Station: Dehradun Railway Station (DDN), 35 km away.
DDN connects to Delhi (Shatabdi Express, Mussoorie Express), Kolkata, Mumbai, Varanasi.
Regular direct bus services from Delhi's ISBT Kashmiri Gate to Mussoorie (7-9 hours).
More frequent buses from major cities to Dehradun; then local buses/shared taxis to Mussoorie (1.5 hours).

Self-Driving & Road Conditions

Self-driving: Requires valid Indian driving license or International Driving Permit (IDP).
Parking is limited.
Monsoon (July-Sept): increased landslide risk, road blockages.
Winter (Dec-Feb): Snowfall makes roads slippery, potential closures.

Departure Information

Exit Fees

No specific exit fees for departing India by air. Applicable taxes are usually included in flight ticket prices.

Departure Procedures

Airport (DED): Arrive 1.5-2 hours before domestic flight. Train (DDN): Arrive 30-45 minutes before departure. Bus: Arrive 15-30 minutes before departure.

Airport/Station Facilities

Dehradun Airport: Basic facilities; waiting areas, food kiosks, restrooms. Dehradun Railway Station: Waiting rooms, food stalls, restrooms.

Travel Timing Tip

If traveling during peak season or monsoon, allow extra travel time from Mussoorie to Dehradun airport/railway station due to potential traffic or road conditions.

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